Building Surveyor

Carrington West; Hertsmere; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government council in Hertsmere is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to manage diverse projects and maintenance contracts. Offering a salary of £48,000 - £51,992 plus excellent benefits, including annual leave and hybrid working options. Ideal for individuals with at least 3 years in social housing.

Benefits

27-32 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free gym membership

Cycle to Work scheme

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience as a Building Surveyor in social housing.
• Proven track record managing projects from procurement to completion.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to build strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage building maintenance and refurbishment projects.
• Coordinate capital and revenue works programmes.
• Oversee and procure service and maintenance contracts.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

Building Surveyor – Borehamwood, Hertfordshire (Hybrid - up to 3 days remote working). £48,000 - £51,992 per annum (+ £1,000 annual retention payment). Permanent, Full time (36 hours per week).

Carrington West are working with Hertsmere Borough Council, who are looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to join their Property Services team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a varied workload, delivering both capital and revenue maintenance projects while managing routine service and maintenance contracts. You\'ll be directly supporting the Property Services and Asset Manager to ensure works are completed to the highest standard.

What you\'ll be doing

• Managing a variety of building maintenance and refurbishment projects
• Coordinating capital and revenue works programmes
• Overseeing and procuring service and maintenance contracts
• Working collaboratively with internal teams, contractors and stakeholders

What we\'re looking for

• UK Resident
• Minimum 3 years\' experience as a Building Surveyor within social housing, ideally within maintenance and refurbishment
• A proven track record of managing projects from procurement through to completion
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships

What\'s on offer

Alongside a competitive salary, Hertsmere offers an excellent benefits package including:

• 27-32 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• £1,000 annual retention payment
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi-leave (up to 2 days per month)
• Free gym membership
• Cycle to Work scheme and free Beryl Bike rides for staff
• Wellbeing benefits including lunchtime yoga, flu jabs, and health MOTs
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Hybrid working - up to 3 days a week from home

Location & Transport Links

Hertsmere is based in southern Hertfordshire, just 13 miles from Central London and within the M25. With direct rail services into London Kings Cross St Pancras from Borehamwood (Zone 6), the area is also home to Elstree Studios, BBC Elstree and Sky Studios - making it a unique and vibrant place to work.

If you\'re an experienced Building Surveyor looking for your next challenge in a forward-thinking council, we\'d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Melanie at Carrington West on (url removed) for further information