Senior Building Surveying Manager — Hybrid/Public Sector

Construction, Property and Engineering; Ipswich; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Public sector pension

Flexible/hybrid working

Job summary

Construction, Property and Engineering in Ipswich is seeking a Building Surveying Manager to lead a technical surveying team on behalf of a public sector organisation.

The role focuses on capital projects, maintenance, and building pathology, with responsibility for contract administration and budget management. A driving licence and MRICS/MCIOB/AssocRICS or equivalent public sector experience are required. The position offers hybrid working and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• MRICS, MCIOB, or AssocRICS (or equivalent public sector surveying experience).
• Strong background in contract administration and building pathology.
• Proven team management and budget handling experience.
• Full UK Driving Licence and proximity to Ipswich.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of building surveyors and technical officers.
• Oversee capital projects, planned maintenance, and structural compliance across property and housing portfolios.
• Act as Contract Administrator / Employer's Agent on major works (JCT/NEC).
• Diagnose structural defects and manage damp/mould remediation programmes.
• Manage capital budgets, gateway reports, and contractor performance.

Skills

Team management

Budget management

Contract administration

Building pathology

Driving licence

Education

MRICS/MCIOB/AssocRICS

Job description

Construction, Property and Engineering in Ipswich is seeking a Building Surveying Manager to lead a technical surveying team on behalf of a public sector organisation.

The role focuses on capital projects, maintenance, and building pathology, with responsibility for contract administration and budget management. A driving licence and MRICS/MCIOB/AssocRICS or equivalent public sector experience are required. The position offers hybrid working and a competitive salary.