Building Surveyor

North West Leicestershire District Council; Coalville; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

North West Leicestershire District Council is seeking a Building Surveyor to lead on defect diagnosis and resolution within the Responsive Repairs team. The role focuses on improving housing standards and tenant engagement, offering a competitive salary and benefits, including a Local Government Pension Scheme and opportunities for continued training.

Benefits

Agile working scheme

34 days holiday increasing to 38 after 5 years

Local Government Pension Scheme

Employee benefits programme

Continued training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced in housing or construction sector.
• Confident in engaging with residents and stakeholders.
• Skilled in technical surveying and project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead defect diagnosis and resolution through accurate surveying.
• Prepare specifications and manage contracts for domestic repairs.
• Engage with tenants to explain works and gather feedback.

Skills

Building pathology

Contract management

Housing standards

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Building Surveyor

Here at North West Leicestershire District Council, we are investing in our communities, and the homes of our council tenants are key to that. This new Building Surveyor role goes beyond the technical. We’re looking for someone who brings a blend of building expertise, planning know-how and a genuine commitment to customer engagement. We’re working not just on our tenants’ homes; we are working with our tenants. We want to empower and educate our tenants as we make their homes more energy efficient, safe and a place they call home and thrive and enjoy living in.

About the Role

You will be the senior professional and technical advisor within the Responsive Repairs, Voids, and Minor Works Team, leading on defect diagnosis and resolution (including damp and mould) through accurate surveying, scoping, and reporting, while supporting the preparation of specifications and contract documents to ensure the effective delivery of the work to the council’s domestically rented portfolio in line with consumer standards.

Your day could include:

• Undertaking condition surveys and diagnostic inspections.
• Preparing specifications, tender documents, and managing contracts from start to finish.
• Engaging with tenants and leaseholders to explain works, gather feedback, and ensure satisfaction.
• Hosting workshops to educate staff, tenants, and elected members.

About You

You’re an experienced professional in the housing or construction sector, with a strong grasp of building pathology, contract management, and housing standards. You’ll be comfortable working independently, taking initiative, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment. We’re particularly interested in people who are:

• Confident in engaging with residents and stakeholders
• Skilled in both technical surveying and project delivery
• Passionate about housing sustainability and improving people’s lives
• Experienced in local authority or social housing settings (desirable but not essential)

Interested...? Take a look at the job pack online or please feel free to get in touch with Megan Hodgett (Responsive Repairs, Voids and Minor Works Team Manager) by email to [e-mail] or call on 01530 454511, and she will be happy to discuss this important and exciting role.

• 36.25 hrs per week with an annual salary of £40,476 - £44,711 (pay award pending)
• Agile working scheme with a combination of home and office working (this job requires a minimum of 3 days per week working from the office)
• 34 days holiday (including bank holidays) increasing to 38 days after 5 years (full time equivalent)
• Attractive Local Government Pension Scheme with at least 25% employer’s contribution
• Employee benefits programme’ including payback on medical, dental and optical expenses
• Continued training and development opportunities

The successful applicant must undertake a basic DBS check

You can apply for any of our posts online at https://www.nwleics.gov.uk/pages/jobs_and_careers

Applications must be made using the on-line application process.

Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job will be guaranteed an interview.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing Date: Sunday 8 June 2025