Chartered Surveyor – Building

Glasgow Council for the Voluntary Sector; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Glasgow is looking for a Chartered Surveyor to support the Team Manager in delivering projects and providing expert Building Surveying services. The role includes preparing reports, ensuring health and safety compliance, managing maintenance programmes, and improving the sustainability of the investment portfolio. Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, along with the opportunity for continuous professional development.

Benefits

26 days annual leave, increasing to 29

12.5 public holidays

Staff Life Assurance

Payment of professional fees

Continuous professional development

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering Building Surveying services and contract administration.
• Strong network development and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
• Proficiency in preparing management and Committee reports.

Responsibilities

• Support project delivery using specialist Building Surveying knowledge.
• Prepare and deliver accurate management reports with professional recommendations.
• Ensure adherence to Health and Safety and risk management procedures.

Skills

Building Surveying expertise

Project management

Health and Safety knowledge

Sustainability improvement

Education

Relevant degree in Building Surveying

Job description

Job Title: Chartered Surveyor – Building.
Hours: 35 hours
Salary: Grade 7 £44,101.52 to £51,285.11
Contract: Permanent, Fulltime
Location: 229 George Street, Glasgow, G1 1QU
No. of Posts: One
Entitlements: 26 days annual leave, rising to 29 days after five years’ service, 12.5 public holidays, Staff Life Assurance, Payment of professional fees, Continual professional development, Purchase of annual leave scheme, Enrolment in an award‑winning local government contributory pension scheme (Strathclyde Pension Fund)

Key Responsibilities and accountabilities will include:

• Supporting the Team Manager in the delivery of projects and using professional specialist knowledge undertaking a wide range of Building Surveying services including, serving and negotiating dilapidations, schedules of condition, condition surveys, pre‑acquisition surveys, fire insurance/reinstatement valuations, feasibility studies and landlord consents.
• Working collaboratively with the City Property (LLP) stakeholders, Glasgow Family, and partners, developing networks that support decision making.
• Preparing and delivering accurate management and Committee reports providing specialist professional advice and recommendations.
• Contributing to the development and implementation of a robust Asset Management Rating system.
• Responsible for ensuring Health and Safety and risk management procedures are understood and adhered to.
• Procuring services and works contracts whilst achieving best value.
• Contract administer projects from inception to completion to programme, budget and quality.
• Prepare and manage planned preventative maintenance programmes.
• Stock condition rating of the investment portfolio on a rolling programme.
• Improve sustainability and energy performance of the investment portfolio.
• Providing support and due diligence to the Asset Maximisation and Investment teams.

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