Building Surveyor

Our client is seeking a skilled Building Surveyor for a contract position based in the Midlands. This role will initially be for three months, with the potential to extend.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting and supplying recommendations for improvements/maintenance requirements to Council properties, taking into account listed buildings and conservation areas.
• Undertaking planned and ad hoc repairs and maintenance of Council properties, including drawing up specifications, repairs orders, and contract documents for works.
• Managing contractor performance to deliver works on time, on budget, and to the required standard, including effective contract administration.
• Inspecting works prior to acceptance and payment at practical completion and end of defects liability stages, incorporating the production of comprehensive snagging sheets.
• Preparing accurate and achievable programmes of work stages and monitoring progress against these.
• Providing support and advice on CDM projects for various service areas.
• Remaining up to date with changes to CDM & Building regulations, IOSH, and HSE Guidance.
• Ensuring compliance with all Council policies and procedures, including Health and Safety of employees, contractors, and visitors.

Job Requirements:

• Experience in building surveying, including a good basic knowledge of building construction.
• Ability to prepare reports and contribute to contract documentation such as Bills of Quantities.
• Working knowledge of JCT standard forms of contract law and ability to act as Contract Administrator.
• Experience in carrying out and vetting risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
• The ability to ensure a pro-active approach is taken to equality and diversity issues.
• Proficiency in providing regular service reports.
• Competence in maintaining standards of safety as required by current legislation.

Benefits:

• Contract position with the potential to extend.
• Opportunity to work with council properties, including listed buildings and conservation areas.
• Challenging and varied work responsibilities.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Working within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

If you are an experienced Building Surveyor ready to take on a new contract opportunity in the Midlands, we invite you to apply now to join our client's dedicated team.