Commercial Building Surveyor - Cheltenham Borough Council

Cheltenham Borough Council; Bristol; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Bristol is seeking a Commercial Building Surveyor to manage a diverse portfolio of buildings, including several Grade I and II Listed properties. Responsibilities include property surveys, asset management strategies, and project delivery. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Building Surveying and at least 3 years of experience, alongside a commitment to teamwork. This position offers a competitive salary and numerous employee benefits like local government pension, annual leave, and more.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

26 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Free annual Flu vaccinations

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted town centre parking

Enhanced special leave

Payment of one professional subscription per year

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years’ building surveying experience.
• Possess or working towards a relevant professional membership.
• Strong character and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across a variety of commercial buildings.
• Undertake property surveys and assist in project development.
• Contribute to asset management strategies.

Skills

Teamwork ethic

Building Surveying experience

Property management

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or Construction

Job description

Commercial Building Surveyor

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 owns 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.

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.

Additional Facilities

Shower and bike storage facilities available at the office.

Application Information

All third party and direct applications, and unsolicited candidate introductions via other recruitment agencies will be forwarded to Beach Baker Recruitment for review.

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 directly to [e-mail] and for many more property jobs please visit our website www.beachbaker.co.uk.