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- Location: Rochdale
- Job Type: Full-time temporary contract
- Duration: 3 months
- Rate: £19.81 per hour
We are seeking a dedicated Building Surveyor to join our client's, a Local Authority, Property Services Team. This role involves a wide range of surveying duties, including condition and dilapidation surveys, whole life cycle costing, and managing post-survey construction works. The successful candidate will assist the Lead/Senior Building Surveyors in delivering high-quality services and act as a point of contact for clients, demonstrating excellent customer care skills.
Day-to-day of the role:- Undertake all types of building surveys, including condition, dilapidation, bespoke, and whole life cycle costing.
- Manage post-survey construction works from tender production to execution and completion on site.
- Provide technical advice, assistance, and guidance on issues relating to client needs and requirements within the function of planned maintenance and contract works.
- Evaluate the effects of, report on, and adjust contract specifications to accommodate changes in client needs and requirements.
- Supervise contracts, monitor progress, and maintain quality and cost control standards.
- Assist in the planning and programming of annual cycles of work, surveys, and work programmes, including costing.
- Maintain effective communication with management and staff across all services and ensure good record-keeping on the Council’s and Impact database.
- Proven experience in building surveying, preferably within a public sector environment.
- Strong technical knowledge in building construction, project management, and contract administration.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant software for drafting specifications, estimating, and producing building drawings.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Commitment to Rochdale Council’s Equality and Diversity Policy and public service orientation.
- Excellent working conditions
- Hybrid working
- Supportive work environment with a focus on teamwork and service excellence.
To apply for this Building Surveyor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.
