Building Surveyor – 7 Month Contract

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver expert Building Surveying services across the Council's property holdings.
  


• Facilitate building compliance, safety, maintenance, and asset management tasks.
  


• Oversee and execute capital improvement and refurbishment initiatives.
  


• Serve as Contract Administrator for various construction and maintenance projects.
  


• Conduct building inspections, condition surveys, and defect analysis.
  


• Develop specifications, work schedules, reports, and tender documents.
  


• Evaluate contractor performance and ensure project delivery.
  


• Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
  


• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external consultants.
  


• Support conservation and heritage projects involving historic buildings.
  


• Contribute to health and safety compliance and risk management efforts.
  

Essential

• RICS Chartered Surveyor (MRICS) qualification.
  


• Extensive experience in a Building Surveying or Property Services setting.
  


• Strong understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Building Regulations
    
  
  
  • Planning Policy
    
  
  
  • Conservation
    
  
  
  • Property Compliance
    
  
  
  • Health & Safety Legislation
    
  
  


• Proven experience as a Contract Administrator.
  


• Experience as a Principal Designer (CDM).
  


• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritise effectively.
  


• Exceptional report writing and communication skills.
  


• Capacity to work both independently and as part of a team.
  

Desirable

• Experience with:
  
  
  
  • Grade I and II Listed Buildings
    
  
  
  • Scheduled Ancient Monuments
    
  
  
  • Commercial and Industrial Properties
    
  
  


• Experience as:
  
  
  
  • Nominated Person for Asbestos Management
    
  
  
  • Nominated Person for Fire Management
    
  
  


• Previous experience in a Local Authority or Public Sector environment.
  

What's on Offer?

• £34.91 per hour (Umbrella)
  


• 7 Month Contract
  


• Location: Hereford
  


• Hybrid Working – 2 to 3 Days On Site
  


• Bi-weekly Pay
  


• Opportunity to work with a unique and varied property portfolio.
  


• Engagement in both compliance and capital project execution.
  


• An excellent opportunity for experienced Chartered Building Surveyors seeking a diverse public sector role.