Commercial Building Surveyor

Beach Baker Property Recruitment; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading local recruitment agency is looking for a Commercial Building Surveyor to support maintenance across around 200 commercial properties for Cheltenham Borough Council. Candidates should have at least 3 years' experience and a degree in a related field. The role offers a competitive salary of £35,412 to £48,053 along with various employee benefits including a pension scheme, generous leave, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave plus BH

Employee Assistance Programme

Free annual Flu vaccinations

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted town centre parking

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years building surveying experience required.
• Possess or working towards a relevant professional membership.

Responsibilities

• Support across a variety of commercial buildings.
• Conduct property surveys and assist in program delivery.

Skills

Building surveying experience

Teamwork ethic

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or related field

Job description

Beach Baker is delighted to be working in partnership with Cheltenham Borough Council to recruit a Commercial Building Surveyor.

The Council

Cheltenham Borough Council is at the heart of the local community. The organisation own lots of buildings and assets including the iconic Grade I listed Pump Rooms, a wealth of renowned heritage properties which attract visitors from afar as well as recreational facilities, including a football stadium. They have key partnerships with The Cheltenham Trust, Ubico, Cheltenham BID and Cheltenham Festivals, to name a few. Whatever you do or wherever you go in Cheltenham, Cheltenham Borough Council will be involved somewhere!

The Position

You will be providing support across a wide variety of approximately 200 commercial buildings within the Councils Property Stock, including planning, procurement and delivery of high quality reactive and planned maintenance projects. You will contribute to effective and efficient asset management strategies through undertaking property surveys and assisting in development and delivery of programmes of work.

Why Work in Cheltenham

• Area of outstanding natural beauty and within 10-miles of the Cotswolds.
• Local and regional economic growth.
• Fantastic schooling system.
• World class festivals.
• Excellent transport links.

What's in it for you

• Working with an interesting and diverse portfolio of commercial properties, including several Grade I and II Listed buildings such as the Pump Rooms, Cheltenham Town Hall, the Art Gallery, and the Museum, among others.
• Flexible working hours and working from home policy.
• Working alongside like minded professionals, including Building Surveyors, M&E Engineers, a Facilities Team as well as H&S and Compliance colleagues.
• Joining a highly professional and driven team who are keen to make a difference, therefore the work you carry out will have a genuine impact to the local area and its population.
• Excellent job variety and working in fast paced environment – no two days are the same.
• The Council’s office is located at Municipal Office (Promenade) which is in the heart of the Town Centre, with easy access to local amenities including the train station, restaurants, cafes, etc.

The Candidate

• You will have minimum 3+years' building surveying experience.
• Degree in Building Surveying or Construction/Property related subject.
• Possess or working towards a relevant professional membership.
• The individual's character and teamwork ethic is most important.

Salary & Employee Benefits

• Basic salary range between £35,412 to £48,053.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• 26 days annual leave (plus BH) increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 31 days total (you have the opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days leave).
• 2 additional volunteering days paid per year.
• Employee Assistance Programme administered through Health Assured.
• Free annual Flu vaccinations.
• Free eye tests and a contribution towards glasses.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Discounted town centre parking.
• Local event offers and discounts.
• Enhanced special leave (maternity/paternity/adoption/sick pay etc).
• Payment of one professional subscription per year.
• Shower and bike storage facilities available at the office.

How to apply

Your application will be dealt with in the strictest confidence by Matthew Clackson. Please call our office on 07825 081 393 or alternatively send your CV (at this stage do not worry if it's not up-to-date) directly to [e-mail], and for many more property jobs please visit our website www.beachbaker.co.uk. All third party and direct applications, and unsolicited candidate introductions via other recruitment agencies will be forwarded to Beach Baker Recruitment for review.