Building Surveyor

A client within the Public Sector based in Greater Manchester is currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority.

The Role

Key purpose of the role is to work as part of the Building Services Team on response maintenance work and, when directed, on elements of the planned programme and capital works under the

direction of the Building Services Manager.

Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• assess and add detail to response repair requests, issue orders to appropriate contractors, monitor progress, monitor contractor's adherence to established response time targets, carry out quality checks of work on site and authorise payment
• prepare specifications and tender documentation, as necessary, for works related to the maintenance, alteration, improvement, extension and construction of Council property
• produce tender and contract drawings using appropriate computer aided design packages
• place orders with the relevant contractors, including the adequate inspection of on-site works and the validation of accounts for works completed, up to and including the final account.

The Candidate

To be considered for this role you will require to have an ONC / OND in Building Studies as well as provide evidence of using similar computer-based programmes such as AutoCAD, NBS, NSR, word processing, spreadsheets, databases.

It will be essential to be in experiences in the below:

• Demonstrate a detailed knowledge of construction, current design standards, cost control and procurement practices
• Demonstrate a high level of drawing, oral and written communications skills in order to effectively converse with clients and contractors
• Provide evidence of co-ordinating and leading multi-disciplinary building projects from inception to completion

The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering between £30 - £32 p/h Umbrella Ltd. (£24 - 26 p/h PAYE)

How to Apply

If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to or call Amy at Service Care Construction on to discuss the vacancy in more detail.

Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.

Referral Bonus

If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.