Director of Building Surveying - Dilapidations

  • Thomas Search
  • City, London
  • May 21, 2026
Full time Consultant

Job Description

Director of Building Surveying - Dilapidations (National Role)
London

Thomas Search are working on behalf of an independent consultancy to appoint an outstanding opportunity for a commercially focused Dilapidations specialist to step into a national leadership role within one of the UK's leading independent Built Asset, Engineering & Sustainability consultancies.

Due to sustained growth and strong client demand, our client is appointing a Director of Building Surveying (Dilapidations) to lead, scale and shape the dilapidations service line across the UK.

You'll work with a high-profile investor and institutional client base delivering market-leading advice across industrial, office, PBSA and BTR portfolios.

You will:
  • Lead and grow the national dilapidations service line
  • Drive business development, consistency and best practice across offices
  • Be a visible internal and external champion for the service
  • Deliver hands-on, high-quality technical advice on major portfolios
  • Influence strategy, innovation, and service line performance
  • Mentor and develop the next generation of surveying talent
You'll bring:
  • MRICS qualification with deep dilapidations expertise
  • Proven track record in commercial building surveying delivery
  • Existing client relationships and business development capability
  • Strong leadership presence and credibility with institutional investors
  • Commercial acumen with a fee-earning, growth mindset
Why this role stands out:
  • National profile with genuine influence over service direction
  • Access to blue-chip clients and complex, high-value instructions
  • Clear progression within a people-focused, values-led consultancy
  • Hybrid working, competitive salary, car allowance and bonus
  • BCorp-certified business committed to sustainable growth and wellbeing
Confidential conversations now open.

If you're a Dilapidations specialist ready to step into a true leadership role, message me directly or apply in confidence.

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