Head of Surveying
UK – Senior Leadership Opportunity
A leading organisation operating across the UK property sector is seeking an experienced and commercially driven Head of Surveying to lead and grow a high-performing national function.
This is a key leadership role, responsible for shaping the direction of a well-established surveying business, driving service excellence, and delivering sustainable growth. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in strengthening client relationships, improving operational performance, and positioning the business as a recognised leader in its field.
The Role
Reporting into senior leadership, this position will take full responsibility for the surveying function, with a focus on people leadership, operational delivery, and strategic growth.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture
- Provide clear direction and leadership to a multi-disciplinary surveying team
- Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture focused on service quality and growth
- Coach, mentor and develop direct reports, building capability across the function
- Promote an inclusive environment that encourages accountability and results
Operational & Project Delivery
- Oversee the end-to-end delivery of surveying projects, ensuring quality, efficiency, and adherence to timelines and budgets
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure consistent and successful project outcomes
- Define and track key performance metrics, driving continuous improvement
Technical & Professional Oversight
- Maintain strong technical credibility across surveying practices and methodologies
- Ensure teams are equipped with the tools, systems, and support needed to deliver at a high standard
Governance, Risk & Compliance
- Ensure all activities comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards
- Identify and manage operational and commercial risks effectively
Stakeholder & Client Engagement
- Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and senior leadership teams
- Act as a trusted partner to clients, instilling confidence in service delivery
- Establish and embed clear service standards and agreements
Financial & Commercial Management
- Take ownership of departmental budgets, including forecasting, cost control, and resource planning
- Drive profitability and identify opportunities for improved commercial performance
Technology & Innovation
- Champion the adoption of new technologies and ways of working to enhance efficiency and service delivery
Business Growth
- Contribute to the growth strategy through new opportunities, service development, and market expansion
- Support and lead business development activity to secure new work
About You
- Degree qualified in Building Surveying (or equivalent)
- MRICS or FRICS qualified
- Significant experience operating at a senior level within a surveying or property environment
- Strong track record of leading teams and delivering operational and commercial success
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage at senior level
- Commercially astute, with a proven ability to drive growth and win new business
- Highly organised, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment
- A natural leader who can inspire, motivate and bring people on a journey of change
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