Associate Chartered Building Surveyor

Associate Chartered Building Surveyor – Kendall Kingscott Ltd

Join our growing Bristol office as an Associate Chartered Building Surveyor at Kendall Kingscott Ltd, a multidisciplinary construction consultancy with 200 staff offering specialist services across the UK.

Kendall Kingscott (KK) is a UK‑based, multidisciplinary construction consultancy. We employ a team of architects, building surveyors, project managers, quantity surveyors and engineers, delivering projects for clients in education, healthcare, residential and retail sectors. With a culture of innovation and continuous learning, we focus on high‑quality work and sustainable business growth.

• Pre‑contract advice on construction, contract or cost aspects of building surveying work including feasibilities.
• Conduct detailed inspections and assessments of existing buildings, identifying defects, preparing detailed reports and providing expert advice on maintenance, repair and refurbishment strategies.
• Lead building surveying projects, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and client requirements.
• Prepare specifications, obtain tenders and prepare contract documents.
• Provide advice to clients and junior team members on effective procurement approaches.
• Contract administration, valuation and certification, including chairing meetings with associated document preparation.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients – offering strategic guidance on properties, dilapidations, party wall matters and other building‑related issues.
• Manage project timelines, budgets and resources effectively.
• Stay updated on industry regulations and best practices.
• Liaise with stakeholders, including clients, contractors and regulatory authorities.
• Manage and develop a small team of existing Building Surveyors to deliver new and existing work programmes.
• Mentor and coach new and existing graduate team members towards their professional qualifications, assisting where necessary.
• Develop and maintain new and existing client relationships, contributing to growth of the team and wider department.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions and drive successful project outcomes.
• Regular client exposure on a specific job level across multiple sectors.
• Lead and coordinate project teams in the successful delivery of construction schemes as part of our 1 Team ethos.
• Develop technical knowledge to give guidance to others across a variety of sectors.
• Mentor and support junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the organisation.
• Develop new work streams and client opportunities through both innovation and repeat business arising from effective project delivery.

• MRICS status.
• Recent experience in Building Surveying within the construction industry.
• Experience required for the delivery of a wide range of project‑based work.
• Experience in client‑facing roles, ideally with a private consultancy background.
• Proven leadership abilities with a collaborative and team‑oriented approach.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present to audiences both in person and virtually.
• Aptitude for establishing, building and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high‑quality work under tight deadlines.
• Valid UK driving licence.
• Strong work ethic with appetite for agile working in and around the West Region.

• MS 365.
• JCT / NEC Contracts.
• AutoCAD / Vectorworks design software.
• UK building regulations and construction standards.
• Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
• Building Safety Act 2023.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type:

Full‑time.

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing;
Industry: Construction.