Building Surveyor

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Swindon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority is seeking a Building Surveyor to oversee capital and planned maintenance projects across various buildings. The role involves designing, developing, and delivering maintenance schemes while ensuring compliance with regulations and stakeholder engagement. Candidates should have relevant qualifications, strong project delivery skills, and knowledge of construction safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact community modernization efforts.

Qualifications

• Proven track record delivering capital and planned maintenance projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction health & safety and building regulations.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of capital maintenance schemes.
• Prepare technical designs and contract documentation.
• Conduct building surveys including condition assessments.

Skills

Project Delivery

Stakeholder Engagement

Budget Management

Health & Safety Knowledge

Education

HNC in Building Studies or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Building Surveyor – South West Council (Communities & Housing Directorate)
£37 per hour PAYE - £47perhour/ Umbrella / Deemed LTD (Inside IR35)
37 hours per week
3–6 Month Contract

We are currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor on behalf of a local authority in the South West. The successful candidate will join a dedicated team within the Communities & Housing Directorate, reporting to the Corporate Buildings Manager. You’ll take the lead in delivering capital and planned maintenance projects across a varied portfolio of corporate and listed buildings.
This role offers a rewarding opportunity to make a visible impact on the community, supporting the Council’s drive for modernisation, compliance, and customer-focused delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and delivery of capital and planned maintenance schemes.
• Prepare feasibility studies, technical designs, specifications, and contract documentation.
• Administer construction contracts from inception to completion, ensuring value for money.
• Conduct a range of building surveys, including condition, dilapidation, and structural assessments.
• Maintain budgetary control and ensure works comply with relevant legislation and CDM 2015 regulations.
• Engage with tenants, leaseholders, and service users through public meetings and consultations.
• Respond to correspondence from stakeholders including tenants, councillors, and MPs.
• Supervise junior staff, placements or agency workers as required.
• Champion health and safety and support equality, diversity, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• HNC in Building Studies (or equivalent).
• Accredited training in AutoCAD and Health & Safety.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Proven track record delivering capital and planned maintenance projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction health & safety, CDM 2015, building regulations, and listed building consent processes.
• Skilled in budget management, project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and risk resolution.
• Competent in building pathology, identifying deterioration, and specifying remedial works.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.

Desirable Experience

• Experience with local authority frameworks and procurement processes.
• Familiarity with asbestos regulations and survey responsibilities.
• Confident chairing meetings and presenting technical information to varied audiences.

Contact:
James at Service Care Solutions on 01772 208967 - [e-mail]