Senior Building Projects Manager

Mole Valley District Council; Dorking; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious local council is seeking an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor to lead diverse building projects and climate change initiatives. This exciting role within the Property & Regeneration Department involves managing budgets, procurement, and multi-disciplinary teams to deliver successful projects. The council promotes a hybrid working environment, allowing flexibility for employees to work from home. Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to sustainability and community development, where your expertise will drive impactful projects across various property types.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Surveyor or equivalent status.
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse building projects, including procurement and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements and maintain records.

Skills

Project Management

Contract Management

Budget Management

Procurement Procedures

Leadership

Education

Chartered Surveyor

Project Manager Certification

Job description

Happy to talk flexible working

Mole Valley District Council’s Property & Regeneration Department is looking for an experienced Chartered Building Surveyor to join the team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join an ambitious team and to lead major building projects and climate change initiatives across a variety of property types. Our portfolio includes shopping centres, football stadiums, listed buildings, offices, shops, and residential properties. There will also be opportunities to work on regeneration projects.

What will I be doing?

As a Senior Building Project Manager, you will be an integral part of the multi-disciplinary Property and Regeneration Team.

• You will manage and be responsible for delivering diverse and concurrent building projects, including procurement, programme, budget, and quality management, as well as the appointment and management of multi-disciplinary professional consultants.
• Providing a professional, efficient, and effective Project and Contract Management Service.
• Managing budgets, programmes, and reporting to senior managers.
• Ensuring all relevant statutory requirements are met and maintaining appropriate records.

What are we looking for from you?

We are seeking someone who can demonstrate leadership and extensive knowledge through substantial recent experience in:

• Project Management and Contract Management across a range of construction projects.
• Delivering capital and revenue projects with responsibility for their successful delivery.
• Budget management, contract administration, and project delivery of construction projects.
• Contracts for construction works and professional services.
• Procurement and procurement procedures.

Essential Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Surveyor, Project Manager, or Contracts Manager (Member or Fellow of RICS or equivalent qualification/status).
• Evidence of continuous professional development.

For you

Hybrid working with flexibility

We aim to reduce our carbon footprint and support our Climate Change Strategy. Our hybrid working policy allows many employees to work from home up to three days a week, pro-rata for part-time roles. We are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

Further info

About Us

For an informal chat about the role, please contact Amber Preston, Strategic Lead for Property and Regeneration, at 01306 879359.

Closing date for applications: Open until we find the right candidate.

Interview dates: To be confirmed.

Politically Restricted: Yes.

How To Apply

Click 'Apply now' and submit your CV along with a supporting statement explaining how you meet the required skills and experience outlined in the job description and person specification.

Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion for All