Posted 07 August, 2026
Building Surveyor / Employers Agent - Oxford/Cambridge Arc - upto £90k
Woodhouse Property Recruitment Limited
Milton Keynes, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Building Surveyor / Employers Agent (MRICS)OxfordCambridge Arc (North London to South Birmingham flexible location depending on candidate)An opportunity has arisen with a well established multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy undergoing a period of strategic regional expansion. Having built a strong reputation and delivery track record across London and the South East, the business is now successfully extending its reach into the wider OxfordCambridge Arc and surrounding regions.This appointment forms part of a key growth phase linked to a significant uplift in secured workload across a new geographical area.The OpportunityThe organisation is seeking either a project focused Building Surveyor or an experienced Employers Agent, with a clear emphasis on delivering within the social and affordable housing sector, primarily through new build framework agreements.This is a role suited to someone who enjoys both delivery responsibility and the opportunity to influence how services are shaped in a developing regional market.Role OverviewThe successful candidate will be responsible for a broad and varied workload including:Employers Agent duties on new build social and affordable housing schemesProject led building surveying across all key stages (pre and post contract)Framework based delivery for housing associations and registered providersFull client facing responsibility from early stages through to completionCoordination with internal multidisciplinary teams for technical and commercial inputA key feature of the role is the level of autonomy and trust, with scope to operate independently while supported by a wider established London based team.What Makes This Role AttractiveOpportunity to join a business expanding beyond its established London baseSignificant autonomy in delivery and client managementGenuine scope to contribute to the development of a new regional presenceOpportunity to help shape and grow an office, team and service line over timeAccess to a strong multidisciplinary platform for support when requiredEstablished pipeline of secured social and affordable housing framework workThe Bigger PictureThis position sits within a wider strategic expansion programme, with the business leveraging its success in established markets to grow into new regions. The successful individual will play a key role in building presence, strengthening client relationships and helping to establish long term regional capability.This is a chance to be part of a growth story rather than simply joining an established structure.PackageSalary up to £90k (dependent on experience)Comprehensive benefits package including:Pension schemeEnhanced annual leavePerformance related bonusAdditional benefits aligned with senior level appointmentsCandidate ProfileMRICS qualified Building SurveyorStrong experience in Employers Agent and/or project-led building surveying rolesBackground in social housing / affordable housing or residential frameworksComfortable managing clients and delivering projects independentlyInterested in long term progression and influencing regional growthThis is a strong opportunity for an individual seeking a high degree of autonomy, meaningful responsibility, and the chance to help shape a developing regional presence within a well supported consultancy environment.To apply, simply click the link and submit your CV.If this role isnt quite the right fit but youd like to have an initial, informal conversation about your next move or even just how the market is, feel free to give me a call on 07511 759123. You can also connect with me on LI Rory Thompson.Im currently working on a range of opportunities across the property and construction consultancy space, so even if this role isnt the one, there may be others that align more closely with what youre looking for.TPBN1_UKTJ
