Senior Building Surveyor
Bristol - North Somerset
Rate: circa £325 per day Umbrella

Job Overview:

As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will play a critical role in managing and delivering maintenance programmes, overseeing minor capital projects, and ensuring the efficient and compliant operation of building services. You will work on a variety of projects, including listed buildings, and contribute to public sector decarbonisation efforts. This role requires a combination of technical expertise, project management skills, and a commitment to sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

Planned Maintenance Programme Contribution:

• Develop and implement a robust planned maintenance programme.
• Regularly update maintenance schedules and preempt potential issues.

Project Management for Minor Capital Projects (up to £1-2m):

• Manage all phases of minor capital projects from conception to completion.
• Develop project specifications and secure necessary planning permissions and listed building consents.
• Ensure compliance with building control regulations.
• Oversee the awarding and management of build contracts, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery.

Responsive and Remedial Repairs Management:

• Appoint and coordinate contractors for minor repairs.
• Prepare detailed repair specifications and secure necessary consents.
• Monitor and ensure the quality and timeliness of repair works.

Mechanical and Electrical Systems Replacement and Renewal:

• Secure expert advice and perform calculations for M&E system replacements and renewals.
• Ensure systems meet current standards and future needs.

Specification and Management of New M&E Systems:

• Develop and manage specifications for new M&E systems in new construction projects.
• Oversee contract awards and ensure the installation meets project requirements.

Decarbonisation and Net Zero Contributions:

• Secure advice and perform calculations for replacement systems aligned with decarbonisation goals.
• Develop specifications that support public sector decarbonisation and Net Zero targets.
• Facilitate bidding for public sector decarbonisation initiatives.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Relevant degree in Building Surveying or related field.
• Professional membership with RICS or similar.
• Extensive experience in building surveying, particularly in managing maintenance programmes and minor capital projects.
• Proven track record in securing planning and building control consents.
• Strong project management skills.
• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Experience with listed buildings and public sector decarbonisation projects is desirable.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily rate of £325 per day Umbrella.
• Opportunity to work on diverse projects, including listed buildings.
• Contribution to significant sustainability initiatives.
• Collaborative and dynamic working environment.

If you are a highly skilled and motivated Building Surveyor with a passion for project management and sustainability, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in and around Bristol.