Senior Major Projects Surveyor - Hybrid & Car Allowance

Place North West; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/agile working from day one

Local Government pension

Healthcare Cash Plan

Car allowance

Free parking

25 days annual leave

Volunteering days

Job summary

Chorley Council is seeking a Building Surveyor to support the Major Projects Delivery Manager in managing the capital programme and delivering a comprehensive surveying service across Chorley and South Ribble. You will manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring schemes align with priorities, funding requirements and statutory obligations, with opportunities to work towards MRICS or MCIOB.

The role involves preparing technical and financial reports for Senior Leadership, coordinating with external

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level, vocational or professional qualification or equivalent experience.
• Professional qualification (Desired).
• A current full driving licence and able to visit sites across the borough.
• Experience of inspecting and surveying a range of buildings and properties.
• Experience of the management of maintenance and refurbishment projects.
• Experience of liaising with external consultants/contractors.

Responsibilities

• Manage a comprehensive capital programme service for all property development and refurbishment.
• Support business-as-usual and improvement projects to maximise building value.
• Oversee routine planned maintenance and supervise contractors.
• Manage delivery of condition surveys to ensure compliance.
• Inspect repair and renewal works on corporate property.
• Support and advise on new council development projects.
• Prepare technical and financial reports for Senior Leadership and committees.
• Carry out other duties within the post as required.

Skills

Building surveying

Project management

Contractor liaison

Driving licence

Education

Degree level qualification or equivalent

MRICS/MCIOB (desirable)

Job description

Chorley Council is seeking a Building Surveyor to support the Major Projects Delivery Manager in managing the capital programme and delivering a comprehensive surveying service across Chorley and South Ribble. You will manage a diverse portfolio, ensuring schemes align with priorities, funding requirements and statutory obligations, with opportunities to work towards MRICS or MCIOB.

The role involves preparing technical and financial reports for Senior Leadership, coordinating with external