Senior Building Surveyor

HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL; Winchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in Winchester is seeking a talented Senior Building Surveyor to lead the design and delivery of modular building projects. This role requires a qualified professional with extensive experience in building surveying and project management, alongside strong communication skills. You will manage several projects up to £2 million while ensuring quality service delivery and fostering positive relationships with multiple stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity to make a real difference in the community while advancing your career.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in building surveying and project management.
• Thorough understanding of statutory requirements such as Health and Safety and Building Regulations.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods and materials.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of modular building construction projects.
• Provide high quality and effective building surveying service.
• Manage multiple projects ranging from £0.5 to £2 million.

Skills

Building surveying

Project management

Communication skills

AutoCAD or similar software

Client relationship management

Education

HNC in Building Studies or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a talented Senior Building Surveyor to join our Modular Building team.

Based in Winchester, Hampshire County Council's Property Services is a pioneering team with a national reputation for inspirational, practical, and resilient public buildings, winning awards over many years. We are a thriving multi-disciplinary property team of some 100 designers with an ever‑increasing portfolio of exciting and varied projects.

Managing the design and delivery of modular building projects across Hampshire, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference to the communities we serve.

We are looking for high‑calibre professionals to join our team and deliver modular buildings as part of an ambitious annual programme of work. This is your chance to embrace innovation and contribute to our commitment to caring for the people of Hampshire.

Joining our team will provide you with an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and further your professional career. Based in the historic city of Winchester, we are confident you will find Hampshire a great place to live and work.

You can find out more about our work via our website.

The Role:

To lead the design and delivery of modular building construction projects, providing a service of the highest quality. Delivering successful projects safely, on time, on budget and with good client feedback.

What you’ll do:

• Provide a building surveying service that is high quality, creative and effective, planning, designing, and delivering successful projects safely, on time and budget, with good client feedback.
• Be responsible for the leadership and management of a multiple projects ranging from £0.5 to £2 million, including contract administration.
• To lead, coordinate and inspire multi-disciplinary design teams to achieve the efficient and effective delivery of projects and programmes, aligning their progress at all stages and meeting financial fee targets.
• Undertaking surveys, inspections and investigations where necessary, preparing reports on the findings
• Exercise a balance of conservation, design, construction technology and project management to create and deliver appropriate solutions that achieve the client’s aims, offer best value and are fit for purpose.
• Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, users and other stakeholders – sometimes in sensitive and/or challenging situations, to build and maintain positive and productive relationships and achieve successful outcomes.
• Demonstrate and maintain a high level of competence, technical and specialist knowledge.
• Support the development of design and construction best practice across Property Services, through your own commitment, initiative and example.

What we’re looking for:

We’re looking for a qualified professional with an HNC in Building Studies or equivalent, and extensive experience in building surveying and project management. You should have a thorough understanding of statutory requirements such as Health and Safety and Building Regulations, alongside strong knowledge of construction methods and materials.

Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential, as is proficiency in AutoCAD or similar software. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, well‑organised, and able to make sound judgements in complex situations while demonstrating strong customer focus and resilience. Experience in the Principal Designer role, report writing, and leading multi-disciplinary teams is desirable.

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