Electrical Services Surveyor

St Albans City & District Council; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in England seeks a highly skilled Electrical Project Manager. The role revolves around managing various electrical installations and projects, requiring a degree in Building Surveying or equivalent experience. The successful candidate will benefit from competitive salary, pension contributions, and various flexible working options, making it an excellent opportunity to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

28.5 days annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working options

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Oversee implementation and management of electrical projects.
• Strong working knowledge of building defects and solutions required.
• Understanding of CDM and Building Regulations essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from start to completion.
• Prepare specifications and drawings for electrical works.
• Supervise electrical works within Council's housing stock.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Knowledge of housing legislation

Strong communication

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or equivalent

HNC/HND in Building Surveying/Construction

Relevant Electrical qualification

Job description

Location: St Albans, Hertfordshire, AL1 3JE -Flexible working options including Hybrid working

Salary: £42,500 up to £46,871 inclusive annual salary + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution plus essential car user allowance

Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

About the role

In this role, you will oversee the implementation, management, and delivery of all electrical, fire detection, door entry, lift, CCTV, and digital TV installations with the Council’s supply partners. Responsibilities include repair, maintenance, and major projects for both existing and new Council housing installations.

About you

You will oversee projects from start to completion with minimal supervision, including budget management, preparing specifications and drawings, contract procurement, and supervising electrical works for the Council’s housing stock.

A degree in Building Surveying or equivalent work experience in a similar role is preferred with i.e. HNC/HND in Building Surveying/Construction or relevant Electrical qualification. Strong working knowledge of building defects and solutions is also required. Knowledge of housing legislation, best practices for repairs and maintenance, CDM, and Building Regulations is essential.

St Albans is a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Our centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is a great place to live and work.

In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to:

• 28.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays. Please note: annual leave will be pro-rated for anyone who does not have a standard full-time pattern of 37 hours over 5 days, e.g. part-timers
• Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions
• Flexible working options
• Staff Parking Permit
• Reimbursement of professional fees
• Comprehensive development and training
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform

Additional Information

A detailed job description and person specification are published on the advert for this role. The person specification sets out the criteria we use to assess applicants. The Council reserves the right to reject applicants at the shortlisting stage, where the application process has not been completed correctly.

Closing date for applications: 08 December 2025

Interviews scheduled for week commencing: As soon as possible

NOTE:

Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. We reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date, and we strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

You may also have experience in the following: Electrical Project Manager, Building Services Engineer, Electrical Contracts Manager, Housing Electrical Engineer, M&E (Mechanical & Electrical) Project Manager, Building Surveyor (Electrical / M&E), Electrical Maintenance Manager, Electrical Compliance Officer, Property Services Manager, Electrical Engineer (Local Authority / Council Housing), Asset Manager (Building Services), Electrical Installation Manager, Building Services Surveyor, Repairs and Maintenance Manager, Fire and Security Systems Manager