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Interim Building Surveyor
Job Posted: 4 hours ago
Salary: £ 35 - 40 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Hampshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Building Surveyor
Location: Based on the Hampshire coast
Contract: Initial 6-month contract, 37 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Rate: £35-£40 per hour (dependent on experience)
Working Hours: In line with the Council's flexible working hours scheme
Potential: Strong likelihood of contract extension with excellent opportunities for internal progression into more senior roles within the Council
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Building Surveyor to join our Property Services team based on the Hampshire coast. Reporting to the Senior Building Surveyor, you will work across a diverse property portfolio, including over 3,000 residential homes and a range of corporate, commercial, and community assets.
Your key responsibilities will include attending to day-to-day repairs, updating stock condition data, diagnosing faults, assessing repair options, and issuing work orders. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to make a real impact within the community.
What You'll Be Doing
Inspecting and diagnosing day-to-day repair issues within residential and commercial properties
Advising on the best approach to resolve repair and maintenance problems
Updating and maintaining accurate stock condition data through surveys
Managing response repairs, ensuring quality and value for money
Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and health & safety standards
Working with contractors, managing contracts, and resolving disputes as needed
Producing cost estimates, controlling budgets, and analysing repair history for performance and efficiency
Communicating effectively with tenants, clients, and colleagues to ensure a customer-focused service
Who We're Looking For
You will need to:
Have demonstrable experience in general day-to-day repairs, ideally in housing or commercial settings
Possess strong knowledge of building construction and pathology, with the ability to accurately diagnose and specify repairs
Be familiar with relevant building legislation and its application
Understand and apply health & safety requirements, particularly the Working at Height Regulations and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
Have practical surveying experience, including carrying out measured and stock condition surveys
Be able to manage and negotiate with contractors, resolving disputes where necessary
Demonstrate commercial awareness through effective cost control and value-for-money assessments
Be proficient with Microsoft Office applications and capable of learning new software to record and update data
Be highly organised with effective time management and planning skills
Communicate clearly and professionally, with the ability to build relationships and manage customer expectations in both residential and commercial environments
Special Conditions
A full current driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential
A car user allowance will be provided while the duties of the post require it
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