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Posted 20 July, 2026

Senior Building Pathology Consultant

Pertemps Milton Keynes
Luton, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Senior Building Surveyor (Investigations / Building Pathology)\n
\n?? Leighton Buzzard\n
\n?? £41,000 £50,000 + Car/Allowance\n
Step into a role where you lead investigationsnot just reports.\n
\nIf youre a Building Surveyor or Engineer with investigation experience, or a Consultant, this is an opportunity to move into a role where youll own projects, advise clients, and progress into leadership.\n
\nYoull join a growing consultancy delivering complex defect diagnosis and structural investigations, with real influence over outcomesnot just ticking boxes.\n
Why apply?\n
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  • Move beyond standard surveys into specialist investigations
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  • Take full ownership of projects from start to finish
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  • Work on technically challenging, varied buildings
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  • Supportive, close-knit team environment
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The role\n
\nYoull lead and deliver a range of building investigation and pathology projects, acting as the key point of contact for clients.\n
Your work will include:\n
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  • Intrusive & non-intrusive condition surveys
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  • Defect diagnosis and root cause analysis
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  • Concrete investigations (corrosion, deterioration)
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  • Water ingress and faade issues
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  • Non-destructive testing (GPR, ultrasonic, etc.)
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  • Building investigations for repurposing and design input.
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  • Coordinating laboratory testing and interpreting results.
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Youll also:\n
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  • Produce clear, practical, client-facing reports
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  • Manage projects (programme, budget, quality)
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  • Build strong client relationships
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  • Deliver practical solutions.
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  • Plan resources, allocate tasks and monitor performance.
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  • Mentor junior team members
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  • Contribute to technical and process improvements
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What were looking for\n
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  • Background in Building Surveying, Structural Engineering, or similar
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  • Experience with building investigations / defect diagnosis
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  • Strong reporting and client-facing skills
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  • Ready to take ownership or step up into project leadership
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  • Commercial awareness and problem-solving mindset
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? RICS / ICE / CIOB (or similar) desirable, not essential\n
Who this suits\n
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  • A Building Surveyor wanting more technical/specialist work
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  • A Consultant stuck in delivery looking for progression
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  • Someone who enjoys understanding why buildings failnot just reporting it
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Package\n
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  • £41,000 £50,000 salary
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  • Car or car allowance
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  • Permanent
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  • 37.5 Hours per week.
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  • Monday Friday
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  • Opportunity to invest in share scheme after 6 months
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  • 2 paid volunteering days per year
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  • Access to a dedicated employee app with extensive retail discounts
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  • Employee Assistance Programme
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  • Annual flu vaccinations
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  • Eyecare scheme
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  • Cycle to Work scheme
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  • Refer a Friend incentive
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Apply now by emailing your CV to \n
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