Building Surveyor

Tesco UK; Aldershot; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesco UK is looking for a Surveyor to conduct building surveys and diagnose defects across its sites. This field-based role offers flexible working arrangements with 60% time in offices and competitive benefits, including an annual bonus and healthcare support. Ideal candidates will be Chartered or working towards qualification.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme up to 20%

25 days holiday plus personal day and bank holidays

Private medical insurance

26 weeks maternity leave at full pay

Free 24/7 virtual GP service

Qualifications

• Chartered RICS/CIOB or working towards this qualification.
• Degree or equivalent in Building Surveying or Construction.
• Experience in retail or related fields desirable.

Responsibilities

• Conducting building dilapidation/defect diagnosis inspections.
• Carrying out building surveys to identify risks.
• Leading maintenance projects related to building improvement.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Data Management

Technical Articulation

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or Construction

Chartered RICS/CIOB qualification

Job description

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Tesco UK • Southampton / Reading / Basingstoke / Aldershot • Apply by 08-May-2025

About the role

At Tesco, we believe in the power of spending more time together, face to face, than apart. During your working week, you can expect to spend 60% of your time in one of our office locations or local sites and the rest remotely. We recognize that life looks different for each of us, whether you're starting your career, seeking flexibility, or going through life-changing moments. We welcome conversations about flexible working options.

As part of a national team of Surveyors, you will carry out building condition and risk surveys on Tesco stores, offices, and distribution centers. This is a regional, field-based role supporting the wider building maintenance strategy and collaborating with development and maintenance teams, including structural engineers and specialists, to diagnose building defects and develop standards.

What is in it for you

• Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary
• Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day and Bank holidays
• Private medical insurance
• 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year's service) at full pay, plus statutory maternity and adoption pay, and 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
• Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and mental wellbeing support

You will be responsible for

• Conducting building dilapidation/defect diagnosis inspections and liaising with the maintenance team to ensure appropriate solutions
• Carrying out building surveys and inspections to identify risks and support remedial works
• Quality and cost assurance of maintenance works
• Reviewing contractor estimates for value for money
• Supporting the development of planned maintenance regimes
• Providing technical input into building fabric maintenance
• Collaborating with maintenance teams to ensure compliance and effective solutions
• Leading maintenance projects related to building improvement and safety
• Ensuring statutory compliance (CDM, Work at Height, Asbestos)
• Contributing to design standards and survey processes

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You will need

Operational skills:

• Excellent influencing and communication skills
• Ability to articulate technical information
• Strong collaboration and leadership skills
• Data management abilities
• Excellent organizational skills

Experience:

• Chartered RICS/CIOB Building Surveyor or working towards this qualification
• Degree or equivalent in Building Surveying or Construction
• Experience in retail or related fields desirable

About us

We are a diverse company committed to helping customers and communities worldwide. We support work-life balance and flexible working arrangements. We are an inclusive, accessible employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.