Building Surveyor (Housing) - Waverley Court

City of Edinburgh Council; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council is seeking Building Surveyors to join their Area Based and Low-Rise Block Management team. The role involves implementing innovative strategies for capital works and sustainability, alongside managing renovation projects for high-rise buildings. Candidates should have strong communication and project management skills and a commitment to enhancing tenant experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience in project management and supervision.
• Knowledge of tenement legislation and report writing.
• Confidence in explaining technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and implementing low-rise block management services.
• Deliver building surveying and contract management for high-rise blocks.
• Collaborate with external teams on large retrofit and safety projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Customer-Centred Approach

Initiative

Innovation

Education

Relevant qualifications in Building Surveying

Job description

Building Surveyor - Housing and Homelessness
Waverley Court

Salary: £44,257 - £52,373
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks

We have an exciting opportunity for Surveyors to join the Area Based and Low-Rise Block Management team and the High Rise Management and Investment team. The successful applicants will join newly formed teams developing these Service areas. Find out more here: Work for the City of Edinburgh Council - Surveyors

Low Rise Block Management Service

The Building Surveyors will assist in developing and implementing this Service, planning and delivering workloads and programmes. Managers aim to use innovative approaches, leveraging data to inform plans, develop strategies, and consider policy changes to improve tenants' homes. The Surveyors should have a customer-centred approach and, depending on experience, may supervise and mentor Surveying Assistants and Apprentices.

The low-rise block management service handles diverse tasks, including capital works for sustainability, fabric improvements, cyclical replacements (kitchens, bathrooms, windows, doors, entry systems), estate improvements, and adaptations. The team collaborates closely with local Housing teams to ensure communication and engagement.

High Rise Management & Investment

The successful candidate will deliver building surveying and contract management services to 50 high-rise blocks, using innovative construction methods as part of the Whole House Retrofit Strategy, ensuring sustainability and quality improvements. You will work with external design teams and contractors on large retrofit and upgrade projects, including ongoing projects valued at around £250m and a £60m fire safety programme.

We seek candidates with initiative, innovation, and a desire to support tenants and owners during works. You should be confident in supporting a busy team, possess strong communication skills, and have relevant qualifications, knowledge of tenement legislation, and experience in project management, procurement, surveys, and report writing. You should be comfortable explaining technical reports and attending occasional evening meetings.

If you enjoy new opportunities and want to work on major infrastructure programmes promoting best practices in retrofit and safety, and demonstrate respect, integrity, and flexibility, we would love to hear from you.

A copy of the organisation structure for the role is available upon request.

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all feel valued and able to perform their best. We aim to bring in diverse talent with different values, backgrounds, and experiences.

We are changing our interview approach from competency-based to a behavioural and technical skills assessment to better understand how you work and embody our core behaviours.

Our salary range typically reflects the starting salary, with annual increases until it reaches the top of the range.