Building Surveyor – Residential Surveys

Cowie Consulting is a growing independent surveying practice based in Darlington, working across the North East and North Yorkshire.



Due to continued growth, we are looking for an experienced Building Surveyor / Residential Surveyor to join our team, primarily undertaking RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys.

We place a strong emphasis on the quality of our inspections, reports and client advice. Our surveyors are not expected to work to high-volume inspection targets.

What we're looking for:

• AssocRICS, MRICS or FRICS qualified, or a suitably experienced SAVA graduate
• Experience undertaking residential property surveys
• Good knowledge of traditional residential construction and common building defects
• Strong written communication and report-writing skills
• Confident communicating directly with clients
• Able to manage their own inspections and workload
• Professional, thorough and reliable approach

The role:

• Undertake RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys
• Inspect a varied range of residential properties across the North East and North Yorkshire
• Prepare clear, practical and comprehensive reports
• Provide post-survey advice to clients where required
• Work within Cowie Consulting's established inspection and reporting procedures

What we offer:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• One survey per day – no volume targets
• GoReport digital reporting software
• Administrative support, allowing surveyors to focus on inspections, reporting and clients
• Professional development and training
• Supportive independent practice with a strong focus on quality
• Opportunity to develop as the practice continues to grow

Full-time and part-time applicants will be considered.

If you are interested, please send your CV to andrew@cowieconsulting.net, or contact us for an informal and confidential conversation about the role.