Major Projects Surveyor

Major Projects Surveyor

Salary: £58,000 – £60,600 + 10% performance bonus

Working location: Nationwide, London based office, Hybrid

Employment type: full time, permanent

Job summary:

As a Major Projects Surveyor, you'll lead high-profile construction projects shaping London’s skyline. Working closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and stakeholders, you'll ensure project success with your expertise. This role requires Class 3 (3H) Registered Building Inspector status. However, we welcome candidates progressing through the RBI process and offer support to help you qualify.

Note: This is a Nationwide opportunity working remotely with flexible working, which requires frequent travel to our London office.

What you’ll be doing

You will lead the building surveying assessment of complex, high-risk, and high-value new build and conversion projects, coordinating input from other building surveying specialists.

At the proposal stage, you will engage with developers and their design teams, offering expert technical and professional advice on NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, and relevant codes, to influence and negotiate compliant solutions that align with NHBC’s acceptable technical risk criteria.

• Carry out site inspection of building work as part of the risk management strategy for high-risk projects and provide planned and responsive support to inspectors and engineers in the project team.
• Provide technical support and assistance to others in Operations within an area of specialism.
• Undertaking quality monitoring and peer reviews of staff as part of the quality management process, including team training, career development, coaching, and mentoring as required.
• Guide builders, their consultants, and NHBC on Building Regulations, NHBC Standards, and building technology as appropriate.
• Proactively resolve customer complaints & manage conflict and disagreement by effective and appropriate escalation.

What we’re looking for

• Good communication skills both verbal and written with appropriate interpersonal and presentational skills with a positive outlook and attitude.
• IT literate with the ability to use a range of software programs.
• Able to work independently with a minimum of supervision in line with established policies and procedures.
• Experience in plan appraisal of residential developments and associated non-residential uses. preparing fee proposals and managing budgets/finances.
• Able to build rapport, establish credibility and build effective working relationships internally and externally.
• Extensive experience in the construction industry with relevant experience in Building Control.
• Chartered membership of an appropriate professional body/institution, e.g. CABE, FCABE, MCIOB, RICS etc.
• Desirable to have a construction-related degree, e.g. Building Surveying BSc/MSc etc.
• Must be of Class 3 (3H) Status, Registered Building Inspector (if you are working towards, please provide detail in your application i.e. portfolio, awaiting interview).

What we offer

Our benefits package includes:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• holiday purchase scheme
• enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• life assurance
• subsidised private medical insurance
• employee discounts platform
• two days volunteer leave
• enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents

+ many more!

Who we are

At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go-to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

Why you should join us

As a modern, family-friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey.

Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey.

We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

Our inclusive culture

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea-sharing.