Project Surveyor

Manchester City Council; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual car allowance

Job summary

Manchester City Council is seeking a Project Officer to support the Design & Development Team at Manchester Town Hall, delivering the council's capital programme through professional construction services and strong contract administration. The role requires solid project management skills and the ability to liaise with contractors, residents and agencies.

Proficiency in MS Word/Excel and organised information sharing are essential, with qualifications such as ONC/HNC/BSc preferred and two

Qualifications

• Experience in contract administration and project management for construction projects.
• Ability to liaise with contractors, residents, and external agencies.
• Proficiency with common IT tools and ability to share information daily across software platforms.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional construction services to support the council's capital programme.
• Manage information, update records and share across teams daily.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives are met.

Skills

Contract administration

Project management

Stakeholder liaison

Education

ONC/HNC or BSc in building/construction management related subject or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

About The Role

Working Hours: 35 Hours Per Week

Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Additional Payments: Casual Car Allowance

Closing Date & Closing time: 11.59pm, 07 October 2026

Interview Method: Face to Face

Legal Right to Work: In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action

This role is subject to -

References - where possible we require 3 years' history.

Qualification - ONC, HNC or BSc in building/construction management related subject or has equivalent demonstrable related experience

Casual Car Documentation - The successful candidate will be a designated Casual Car User which means that car journeys may be necessary on an occasional basis, but are not essential to the role. If you do drive, you must always hold a full valid driving licence and provide your own car for use at work, as well as provide all the appropriate documentation. You will receive an allowance per mile of business use.

An opportunity has arisen for a Project Officer to work in the Design & Delivery Team based at Manchester Town Hall to help deliver Manchester City Councils capital programme by providing a range of professional construction related services

This role requires excellent contract administration and project management skills together with the ability to liaise effectively with contractors, residents and internal and external agencies.

You should be proficient in IT packages such as MS Word and Excel and have to ability to manage, update and share information daily through various software packages.

You will be working in a multidisciplinary team and will need to have the ability to work collaboratively with all team members and demonstrate a personal commitment to continuous self-development and service improvement.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of building construction, building regulations and planning applications and be qualified to HND, HNC or equivalent, or a degree in a building construction related subject with at least 2 years' experience and it would be desirable if you are if you are pursuing corporate membership of a recognised body such as the RICS, CIOB or equivalent.

Through personal example, open commitment and clear action, ensure diversity is positively valued, resulting in equal access and treatment in employment, service delivery and communications.

About the Candidate

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of building construction, building regulations and planning applications and be qualified to HND, HNC or equivalent, or a degree in a building construction related subject with at least 2 years' experience and it would be desirable if you are if you are pursuing corporate membership of a recognised body such as the RICS, CIOB or equivalent.

About Us

Working for Manchester City Council is a chance to make a real difference in a diverse city that leads change and improves lives. Whether you're supporting communities or improving public services, you'll help create opportunities and shape a better future for everyone

Benefits we offer

• Up to 26 days' annual leave, rising to 31 days after five years' service
• Buy up to two extra weeks' leave
• Up to 3 days' volunteering leave
• A 35-hour work week for full-time roles
• We review pay each year and recognise three trade unions
• The UK's largest local government pension scheme
• Enhanced parental and carers leave
• Employee discounts and perks
• Good Employment Charter member

For more information about working for Manchester Council, please visit Careers - Manchester City Council

Creating an Inclusive Team at Manchester City Council

Manchester City Council values equality and works to provide a fair and inclusive environment for a workforce that is as diverse as the communities it serves. We want to further increase the diversity of our workforce, in particular the number of Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic staff and disabled staff at all levels of the Council. This advert is open to all applicants, and we would particularly welcome applications from candidates identifying with one or both of those characteristics.

Guaranteed Assessment Scheme

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care.
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term condition
• Have you completed the GM Elevate (Leadership Development) Programme or any MCC positive action programmes?

When You Join Us

• A workplace adjustment hub which provides specialist support, advice and guidance to ensure you have the adjustments needed to thrive at work.
• Disabled Staff Network, Neurodiversity Staff Network and Mental Health Staff Network that provides a safe inclusive space to share experiences and opportunities to influence council practice.
• A strong commitment to ensuring all information adheres to accessibility standards and that our workplaces are accessible and disability-friendly.

For more information about the role or any adjustments, email [email protected].

What we will need from you if you're successful

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. This is not a role we consider to be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route based on Manchester City Council policy. Candidates are therefore encouraged to consider their own right to work options without the requirement for Manchester City Council sponsorship.

Other relevant information

We want everyone to be able to be themselves at work and give their best. If you need additional support to undertake the duties of the role, we'll make every effort to source any necessary aids, adaptations or equipment. If, however, any task proves to be unachievable, we will look at redesigning parts of the role.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application. However, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

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