Technical Building Surveyor

Your new company
Sandwell Council is a forward-thinking local authority committed to delivering high-quality services across the borough. As part of its property and asset management team, the council is seeking a skilled Technical Building Surveyor to support a range of surveying and mapping tasks, with a focus on property boundaries, land use, and capital investment planning.
Your new role
In this role, you will be responsible for a variety of technical surveying duties including mapping out property boundaries using CAD, measuring and drawing on maps, and working with land registry data. You will respond to email enquiries, conduct property inspections, and produce detailed reports. A key part of your role will involve supporting 'Right to Buy' sales by reviewing property layouts and drawing up plans. You will also be involved in resolving boundary disputes, assessing land use constraints, and contributing to asset management and capital investment strategies.You will work on a hybrid basis, with office attendance at Roway Lane and property inspections twice per week. The rest of your time can be managed flexibly to suit the needs of the role.
What you'll need to succeed
The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of CAD software and experience dealing with 'Right to Buy' processes. You should also have a background in handling boundary disputes, understanding land use constraints, and contributing to asset management and capital investment planning. Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to write clear, professional reports are essential.
What you'll get in return
This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a progressive local authority on a varied and impactful assignment. You'll benefit from flexible hybrid working, a collaborative team environment, and the chance to contribute to meaningful property and land management projects. There is also the potential for contract extension based on performance and service needs.
What you need to do now
If you're a technically skilled surveyor with a passion for property and land management, apply now to join Sandwell Council's dedicated team.If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
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