EC Property Recruitment

Building Surveyor - Embedded Estate & Traditional Consultancy Mix Location: City of London Join a boutique consultancy delivering a rare blend of retained client-side estate work and traditional surveying instructions. This role offers variety, autonomy, and strong project ownership within a quality-driven, highly respected practice. About the Role This is a dual-track position, ideally suited to a building surveyor who enjoys balancing structured project delivery with hands-on professional work. You'll split your time equally between: Client-Side Estate Projects (c.50%) Delivering external decorations, planned maintenance, and life-cycle projects on commercial, retail and residential buildings for one of the London 'Great Estates' Acting as embedded surveyor for a prestigious estate client Carrying out site inspections, managing contractors, and overseeing project quality Liaising directly with the client and reporting progress to the Director Traditional Consultancy Surveying (c.50%) Conducting pre-acquisition surveys and defect analyses Preparing schedules of condition and dilapidations reports Supporting party wall instructions and contract administration Managing diverse commercial and residential instructions across London About You You'll need: At least 12 months' experience in a building surveying role Strong professional and project-based technical knowledge Excellent client-facing presence and communication skills Ability to work independently and manage your own diary Comfortable working full-time from the office and attending site regularly Ideally, you'll also have: Chartered MRICS status or be on the APC pathway (support provided) Experience with estate or block portfolio surveying Knowledge of leasehold property and traditional construction Why Apply? Meaningful mix of retained and consultancy clients Early responsibility and strong project variety Mentorship and full APC support (100% pass first time record) Clear career development path Structured hours and a supportive team culture Understandably, you will not have all of the skills required, but they value people with a willingness to learn and a good work ethic, that's the main requirement! Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

Quantity Surveyor Location: West End Salary: £55,000 - £85,000 + Benefits Overview A leading multi-disciplinary construction consultancy in Central London is looking for a Quantity Surveyor to join their growing team. This role is open from Surveyor to Associate level and offers the opportunity to work across a diverse portfolio of projects, including commercial, residential, retail, industrial, and hotel developments. Projects will cover both new build schemes as well as refurbishment and fit-out. MRICS accreditation is preferred, though candidates on the pathway will also be considered. Responsibilities Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets across a variety of projects Advise on procurement strategies and administer construction contracts Perform risk assessments and implement value engineering techniques Collaborate with internal teams and clients to ensure cost control and accurate financial reporting Requirements MRICS qualification (or actively working towards it) Experience in a construction consultancy environment Solid understanding of construction contracts and procurement routes Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills Day-to-Day You'll manage the financial lifecycle of construction projects, from cost planning and estimation through to final account. This includes overseeing contract negotiations, monitoring project budgets, and working alongside project teams to ensure successful delivery. Company UK-wide consultancy with 200 staff 40 employees in the London office Multi-disciplinary team offering a collaborative working environment Benefits Salary from £55,000 to £85,000 depending on experience Excellent benefits package Clear route for career progression Supportive and dynamic team culture Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is and you can find all my details on LinkedIn.

Head of Building Surveying Construction Consultancy - £120,000 to £150,000 + benefits Location: City of London / Hybrid The Opportunity A leading construction consultancy is launching a new Building Consultancy division and is seeking a Director to lead it. This is a rare chance to establish and grow a business function within an established, successful practice. Some building surveying work is already present, providing a base to build from. Additionally the firm has established long term framework agreements with a number of corporate clients including supermarkets, hospitality venues, retailers and gym chains, with a plan to formally offer Building Surveying services to these existing clients. This will generate hundreds of thousands in fees and will provide the initial phase of growth. Beyond that the incoming leader will be expected to set the direction, further grow the client base, and ultimately lead a high-quality Building Surveying service line. Key Responsibilities Lead and grow the Building Consultancy department Define the service offering and set a clear strategy Nurcher existing client business relationships Set the direction for the second pahse of growth Recruit, mentor and manage a team About You Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) Senior experience (Director or Partner level) Proven cross-selling experience in a multi-disciplinary setting Proven business development and fee generation skills Leadership and people management experience Commercially minded and entrepreneurial What's on Offer Salary from £120,000 - £150,000 plus benefits A rare "greenfield" leadership role with real autonomy Strategic position with clear progression potential Equity stake in the future Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. Call me on for an informal discussion or find me on LinkedIn.

Senior / Associate Project Manager commercial / Retail Salary: £65,000 - £80,000 + benefits This expanding consultancy is strengthening its project management capability following significant growth across the UK. They're now seeking a Senior or Associate Project Manager to take the lead on major new-build developments including new build food retail units. The Role You'll take ownership of major commercial and retail projects from inception to completion, guiding multidisciplinary teams through design, procurement, and delivery. Expect variety, autonomy, and high levels of visibility within the regional leadership team. Typical responsibilities include: - Leading end-to-end delivery of new-build schemes valued £10m-£70m+ - Managing client relationships and stakeholder groups across design, construction, and local authorities - Overseeing Section 278 and highways interface works - Driving risk, programme, and cost management to ensure successful outcomes - Mentoring junior project managers and contributing to regional best practice About You You'll be a confident project leader who enjoys the challenge of large-scale delivery and stakeholder coordination. You'll bring: - Proven experience managing high-value new-build projects, ideally within consultancy or client-side settings - Strong understanding of project governance, procurement, and commercial drivers - Experience with Section 278 or other infrastructure-heavy elements (advantageous) - Professional qualification (RICS, CIOB, or PMP) desirable but not essential Chartership isn't mandatory here - capability and delivery track record come first. Why Apply? This is a strategic opportunity to help shape a growing regional PM offering. You'll have direct access to senior decision-makers, freedom to influence delivery approaches, and a clear pathway toward further leadership. The team is open, technically strong, and genuinely flexible - typically two to three days in the office or on site, depending on project demands. Travel is supported by a car allowance. Package & Benefits - £65k - £80k + Benefits - Hybrid working with genuine flexibility - Exposure to large, complex, high-profile new-build schemes - Defined career progression within a modern, growing consultancy Click Apply or get in touch for a confidential conversation with Andrew Pearson at EC Property Recruitment. My contact number is and you can find all my contact details on Linkedin