Project Monitoring Surveyor - Midlands (fully remote, home-based)

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Job TitleProject Monitoring Surveyor

LevelAssociate Director(Senior candidates ready to step up will be considered; Director-level appointments may also be considered with scope and remuneration aligned accordingly)

LocationBirmingham or anywhere in the Midlands (fully remote, home-based)

The OpportunityA specialist project monitoring consultancy operating at the senior end of the development finance market is expanding its regional capability across the Midlands.The workload is focused on lender-funded developments of scale, including complex, long-term and multi-phase schemes where professional judgement, clarity of advice and credibility with funders are critical. Instructions are typically strategic in nature rather than transactional, providing strong visibility of work and sustained involvement on major projects.This role is suited to an experienced Project Monitoring Surveyor seeking a home-based position with genuine regional ownership and meaningful input into lender decision-making. It will suit those already operating at Associate Director level, as well as senior surveyors ready to step up into a broader, more influential remit.

The RoleYou will act as Project Monitor on lender-funded developments across the Midlands, from initial due diligence through delivery, providing clear, commercially focused advice to lenders and project teams.This is a judgement-led role. You’ll be expected to interrogate proposals, identify and articulate risk, and support lender confidence throughout the lifecycle of each project. You’ll operate with autonomy, supported by an experienced senior peer group rather than a leveraged, junior-heavy structure.

Key ResponsibilitiesActing as Project Monitor on lender-funded developments across the MidlandsProducing robust monitoring reports relied upon for credit and risk decisionsAdvising lenders on development risk, cost, programme, procurement and delivery strategyEngaging directly with lenders, developers, funders and professional teamsMonitoring compliance with funding conditions and professional appointmentsProviding informed input on EPC considerations, Building Safety Act requirements and construction riskManaging a live portfolio of projects, including long-term and multi-phase schemesApplying professional judgement rather than operating to a checklist-led or process-driven model

Candidate ProfileProven experience as a Project Monitoring Surveyor within development financeBackground from a recognised project monitoring or building consultancyComfort operating on mid-to-large scale developments and complex funding structuresStrong lender-facing report writing skillsCommercial mindset with the confidence to challenge assumptions and advise senior stakeholdersAbility to work autonomously in a fully remote, regionally focused roleCandidates ready to step into an Associate Director-level role will be consideredDirector-level candidates may also be considered where experience and capability support a broader remitMRICS preferred

Why This RoleExposure to significant lender-backed developments across the MidlandsDirect influence on lender confidence and long-term project outcomesOpportunity to take ownership of a strategically important regional portfolioSenior peer group with no junior management burdenClear scope to build long-term influence within a growing, profitable consultancyStrong pipeline of work with long-term project visibility

PackageBase salary aligned to Associate Director level, typically around £85,000 (flexible depending on experience and seniority)Bonus of 25%Total annual remuneration comfortably in excess of £100,000Private healthcareProfessional fees paidFully flexible, home-based working arrangementsNo mandated office attendance

Ways of WorkingThis is a fully remote, home-based role. Day-to-day work is focused on site inspections across the Midlands and report production from home. Occasional travel for team meetings is required, but there is no expectation of regular office attendance. The working model is built on trust, experience and accountability rather than presenteeism.

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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.