Building Surveyor – Housing & Capital Projects

Redditch Borough Council; Crossgates; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days leave

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme

Discount platform

Job summary

Redditch Borough Council is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to manage capital contracts for Council housing. You will conduct inspections, prepare tender docs, and supervise delivery of capital works with a focus on resident engagement and service excellence.

The role requires post-qualification experience in building/surveying and an HNC or equivalent qualification, with a strong grasp of regulations and contract administration. Hybrid working options may apply in some cases.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in building/surveying.
• HNC or equivalent building construction qualification.
• Experience with capital contracts and project management.
• Good knowledge of building regulations and standards.

Responsibilities

• Undertake feasibility studies, stock condition surveys, and prepare works specifications.
• Provide regular updates on capital budgets and maintain records for capital works.
• Identify properties for future planned maintenance and carry out surveys.
• Carry out pre/post inspections of void properties and prepare schedules for contractors.

Skills

Statutory regs

Repairs & maintenance

Contract admin

Planned maintenance

Capital contracts

Project management

Education

HNC in Building Construction

Job description

Redditch Borough Council is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to manage capital contracts for Council housing. You will conduct inspections, prepare tender docs, and supervise delivery of capital works with a focus on resident engagement and service excellence.

The role requires post-qualification experience in building/surveying and an HNC or equivalent qualification, with a strong grasp of regulations and contract administration. Hybrid working options may apply in some cases.