Building Surveyor

We're looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to manage major refurbishment and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with building safety legislation and delivering capital investment programs on time and within budget. The role includes conducting detailed surveys, managing contractors, overseeing compliance audits.

Client Details

The client is a well-established not-for-profit organisation specialising in providing quality housing and support services for older people. They are committed to delivering safe, sustainable, and well-maintained homes, focusing on asset management and compliance with building safety regulations to enhance residents' quality of life.

Description

• Manage major capital investment and refurbishment projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget

• Lead and coordinate mechanical and electrical installations, cyclical maintenance, and statutory compliance

• Perform detailed building surveys, condition assessments, and defect inspections

• Prepare tender documentation, cost estimates, and manage contract administration

• Oversee fire risk assessments and ensure compliance with building safety legislation

• Act as Principal Designer under CDM regulations, ensuring robust health and safety management on site

• Monitor and report on contractor and supplier performance against key performance indicators

• Support energy performance assessments and contribute to sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives

• Deliver professional presentations and reports to a range of stakeholders

• Collaborate with teams to integrate new developments with maintenance and investment plans

Profile

• Responsibilities of the successful candidate:

  • Take ownership of project management for major investment and refurbishment contracts

  • Lead and motivate delivery teams, contractors, and suppliers to ensure high performance

  • Maintain strong financial control, including budgeting, cost estimation, and value engineering

  • Ensure all work complies with relevant legislation, planning authorities, and statutory requirements

  • Perform the Building Safety Manager role, managing compliance with the Building Safety Bill/Act

  • Conduct fire risk assessments and monitor the resolution of identified risks

  • Undertake comprehensive building surveys and inspections to assess defects and stock condition

  • Manage energy performance compliance, including SAP assessments and sustainability initiatives

  • Prepare and deliver clear, professional reports and presentations to internal and external stakeholders

  • Collaborate closely with other teams to align maintenance and investment programmes effectively

  Qualifications required:

  • Degree in a construction-related discipline or relevant experience

  • Full contract administration experience, including tender preparation and site management

  • Strong knowledge of health and safety legislation, including CDM regulations and Principal Designer experience

  • Proven experience in building safety and compliance practices

  • Qualified Fire Risk Assessor with up-to-date training

  • Desirable: Membership of RICS, CIOB, or similar professional body

Job Offer

• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within a well-established not-for-profit organisation

• A chance to work on meaningful projects focused on building safety, sustainability, and quality asset management

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including pension scheme and flexible working option