Director - Building Surveyor An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Building Surveyor to join one of the UK's fastest growing property consultancies in the role of Director. This is an opportunity to help shape and grow a thriving Building Surveying team, influence the direction of a successful regional business, and play a key role in its continued expansion across the North West and beyond. The Opportunity Joining an established Manchester team of Building Surveyors, you'll sit within the leadership team and help to drive the next phase of growth. With a strong pipeline of work there's a genuine opportunity to make your mark whilst enjoying the backing of a highly respected consultancy. This role offers the perfect blend of leadership, client engagement, and project delivery. The Role You'll be responsible for: Leading and delivering a diverse range of building surveying commissions across both public and private sectors. Developing and mentoring the next generation of surveyors. Building and strengthening client relationships whilst identifying new business opportunities. Supporting the continued growth and success of the Manchester office. Working collaboratively with architects, project managers, valuers and other specialist teams. Projects You'll Be Involved In No two days are the same. You'll work across an exciting and varied portfolio including: Education and local authority projects Commercial office refurbishments Retail and shopping centre schemes Technical Due Diligence Dilapidations Contract Administration Insurance reinstatement works High rise residential projects About You We're looking for someone who can inspire others whilst remaining technically strong. You'll ideally have: MRICS Chartered status Strong client facing Building Surveying experience Leadership and mentoring experience A passion for developing teams and growing client relationships A commercial mindset and ambition to help drive a successful business Why Join? Join a business investing heavily in its future Lead a talented and growing Building Surveying team Work on a varied, high quality project portfolio Modern Manchester city centre offices Collaborative, supportive culture Excellent bonus and benefits package Clear opportunities to influence the direction of the business and progress your career If you're looking for a genuine leadership opportunity where your ideas, experience and ambition will have a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Gemma at Calibre Search. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
04/08/2026
Full time
Director - Building Surveyor An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Building Surveyor to join one of the UK's fastest growing property consultancies in the role of Director. This is an opportunity to help shape and grow a thriving Building Surveying team, influence the direction of a successful regional business, and play a key role in its continued expansion across the North West and beyond. The Opportunity Joining an established Manchester team of Building Surveyors, you'll sit within the leadership team and help to drive the next phase of growth. With a strong pipeline of work there's a genuine opportunity to make your mark whilst enjoying the backing of a highly respected consultancy. This role offers the perfect blend of leadership, client engagement, and project delivery. The Role You'll be responsible for: Leading and delivering a diverse range of building surveying commissions across both public and private sectors. Developing and mentoring the next generation of surveyors. Building and strengthening client relationships whilst identifying new business opportunities. Supporting the continued growth and success of the Manchester office. Working collaboratively with architects, project managers, valuers and other specialist teams. Projects You'll Be Involved In No two days are the same. You'll work across an exciting and varied portfolio including: Education and local authority projects Commercial office refurbishments Retail and shopping centre schemes Technical Due Diligence Dilapidations Contract Administration Insurance reinstatement works High rise residential projects About You We're looking for someone who can inspire others whilst remaining technically strong. You'll ideally have: MRICS Chartered status Strong client facing Building Surveying experience Leadership and mentoring experience A passion for developing teams and growing client relationships A commercial mindset and ambition to help drive a successful business Why Join? Join a business investing heavily in its future Lead a talented and growing Building Surveying team Work on a varied, high quality project portfolio Modern Manchester city centre offices Collaborative, supportive culture Excellent bonus and benefits package Clear opportunities to influence the direction of the business and progress your career If you're looking for a genuine leadership opportunity where your ideas, experience and ambition will have a real impact, we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact Gemma at Calibre Search. Calibre Search promote equality in the workplace and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified candidates regardless of their sex, race, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age. We act as both an employment agency and employment business.
Great homes start with great people. At Keepmoat our purpose is clear, we create communities and transform lives. Every year we build thousands of high-quality homes that help more people and families find a place to call their own. As we continue to grow, we re looking for talented people who want to do meaningful work, develop their careers and help shape the future of housebuilding. Job description We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join our MCI Developments business - part of the Keepmoat group, based from Wigan. It's a great time to join as we encounter a period of growth for this region. Reporting to the Architectural Manager, the Senior Architectural Technician plays a vital role coordinating all design information between external consultants and internal departments ensuring that all approvals are obtained in a timely manner and that high quality and correct information is issued to other departments. Duties stretch from site feasibility stage throughout the sites development and to completion and handover to the relevant authorities/discharge of obligations. Key Accountabilities • To work with the Land Department to ensure smooth transition of all architectural information takes place • To check all architectural drawings and details for accuracy, correctness and commercial suitability • To liaise with external consultants to ensure deadlines are met • To apply for and secure planning permission for all architectural design and relevant regulation approval • To attend site visits and meetings in order to solve any problems that arises during the construction process • To attend design meetings with planning departments to ascertain requirements from a council perspective for new developments • Ensure that new regulation requirements are anticipated and incorporated as required HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Essential: • Providing proactive support to operational business units • Worked within a Technical New build environment and can demonstrate a high level of experience • Previous experience of building relationships with clients/customers • IT skills including Microsoft packages (advanced knowledge) • First rate communication and influencing skills • Highly organized and able to work under pressure • Professional attitude and approach to work Education and Qualifications • Engineering related qualification, degree or equivalent. • Degree or higher education course which is accredited by Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) • A high level of proficiency in relevant design and technical based software like AutoCAD Why work for us? Competitive rates of pay Smart Holidays Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme 5% discount on a Keepmoat home Exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance and Health Assessments Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering Day and Payroll Giving Development opportunities to progress your career
31/07/2026
Full time
Great homes start with great people. At Keepmoat our purpose is clear, we create communities and transform lives. Every year we build thousands of high-quality homes that help more people and families find a place to call their own. As we continue to grow, we re looking for talented people who want to do meaningful work, develop their careers and help shape the future of housebuilding. Job description We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Architectural Technician to join our MCI Developments business - part of the Keepmoat group, based from Wigan. It's a great time to join as we encounter a period of growth for this region. Reporting to the Architectural Manager, the Senior Architectural Technician plays a vital role coordinating all design information between external consultants and internal departments ensuring that all approvals are obtained in a timely manner and that high quality and correct information is issued to other departments. Duties stretch from site feasibility stage throughout the sites development and to completion and handover to the relevant authorities/discharge of obligations. Key Accountabilities • To work with the Land Department to ensure smooth transition of all architectural information takes place • To check all architectural drawings and details for accuracy, correctness and commercial suitability • To liaise with external consultants to ensure deadlines are met • To apply for and secure planning permission for all architectural design and relevant regulation approval • To attend site visits and meetings in order to solve any problems that arises during the construction process • To attend design meetings with planning departments to ascertain requirements from a council perspective for new developments • Ensure that new regulation requirements are anticipated and incorporated as required HS&S Responsibilities To take care of your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your work and adhere to the Keepmoat Health, Safety and Sustainability standards. Skills, Experience and Qualifications Essential: • Providing proactive support to operational business units • Worked within a Technical New build environment and can demonstrate a high level of experience • Previous experience of building relationships with clients/customers • IT skills including Microsoft packages (advanced knowledge) • First rate communication and influencing skills • Highly organized and able to work under pressure • Professional attitude and approach to work Education and Qualifications • Engineering related qualification, degree or equivalent. • Degree or higher education course which is accredited by Institution for Chartered Surveyors (RICS) • A high level of proficiency in relevant design and technical based software like AutoCAD Why work for us? Competitive rates of pay Smart Holidays Company Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme 5% discount on a Keepmoat home Exclusive offers and discounts Life Assurance and Health Assessments Employee Assistance Programme Volunteering Day and Payroll Giving Development opportunities to progress your career
