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Building Surveyor

Job Description

A client within the Public Sector based in West Yorkshire is currently recruiting for a Surveyor to join their Building Services team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full-time, temporary position on an ongoing basis, with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority in a housing and property maintenance environment.

The Role
Key purpose of the role is to provide technical expertise on all aspects of building maintenance and surveying, including the preparation of detailed specifications, planning and monitoring of work, and contributing towards the Asset Management Plan. The role involves managing specialist works and providing advice on structural defects, damp, and compliance across domestic and commercial properties.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
  • Preparing detailed specifications for projects and monitoring work to ensure quality standards.
  • Acting as Supervising Officer and providing technical supervision of building works.
  • Carrying out stock condition surveys and supporting the development of asset and investment plans.
  • Delivering Quantity Surveying and estimating functions, including contract valuations and final accounts.
  • Project management of maintenance and compliance programmes.
  • Liaising with internal stakeholders and external contractors to deliver high-quality outcomes.
The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require:
  • ONC or equivalent (Level 3 BTEC or relevant City & Guilds in Construction and the Built Environment) 
  • HNC or equivalent (Level 4) or equivalent experience in a Building Surveying environment 
  • Knowledge and application of CDM Regulations 2015 
The below skills would be beneficial for the role:
  • Experience in managing and delivering building maintenance programmes.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders.
  • Excellent IT skills and the ability to use various software packages and databases.
  • Knowledge of damp, timber infestations, structural defects, and specialist compliance areas such as gas and electrical services.
  • Ability to travel across the borough (driving licence preferred).
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £28 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35 (approx. £23 per hour PAYE).

How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967
 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Referral Bonus
 If this role is not suitable for yourself but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.