R2R105068 - 132157 - Pier Surveyor

South End City Council; Southend-on-Sea; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Flexible working

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS desirable) to lead the delivery of the Southend Pier Capital Programme and associated maintenance works. You will conduct condition surveys, prepare specifications, and oversee contractors to ensure safety and quality throughout the project lifecycle.

The role requires strong knowledge of Building Regulations, CDM, Health & Safety, and excellent stakeholder management.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Building Regulations, CDM Regulations and Health & Safety legislation.
• Experience preparing specifications and managing tender processes.
• Undertaking condition surveys and delivering projects from inception to completion.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of the Pier Capital Programme and planned maintenance works.
• Manage projects from design through to completion, preparing specifications and tender documentation.
• Oversee contractors and consultants to ensure safe, efficient delivery to high standards.
• Undertake condition surveys, inspections and risk assessments for asset management.
• Prepare and progress Marine Licence applications and other statutory consents.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

MRICS or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Your New Organisation

Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovative environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

Your new role

Are you an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor looking for a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on one of the UK's most iconic landmarks? Southend-on-Sea City Council is seeking a motivated and technically skilled Pier Surveyor to lead the delivery of capital projects, planned maintenance programmes and specialist surveying services for the world-famous Southend Pier.

This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in preserving and enhancing a nationally recognised structure while managing a diverse portfolio of projects that contribute to the city's future. You will manage projects from design through to completion, preparing specifications, tender documentation and contract information, while overseeing contractors and consultants to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to the highest standards. You'll also undertake condition surveys, inspections and risk assessments, providing expert advice to support the long-term management and preservation of Southend Pier. Working closely with the Pier Team, contractors, consultants, tenants and stakeholders, you will oversee the successful delivery of the Pier Capital Programme and planned maintenance works.

The role will involve undertaking detailed condition surveys, risk assessments and inspections, producing comprehensive reports and maintenance recommendations, and supporting the Council's long-term asset management strategy. You will also prepare and progress applications for Marine Licences and other statutory consents where required.

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you must have a solid understanding of Building Regulations, CDM Regulations, Health & Safety legislation and construction best practice. Experience preparing specifications, managing tender processes, undertaking condition surveys and delivering projects from inception to completion is essential.

It is crucial that you have strong communication, stakeholder management and organisational skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with colleagues, consultants and contractors. Experience with AutoCAD and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications would be advantageous.

This is an exciting opportunity to work on a landmark structure that sits at the heart of Southend's heritage and future.

CharteredBuilding Surveyor (MRICS) or an equivalent professional qualification would be highly desirable

What you'll get in return

• 25 days annual leave
• flexible working
• excellent training and development opportunities

They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

All applicants for this role will require aDBS check.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.