Building Surveyor

Posted 4 days 17 hours ago by Carrington West

Permanent
Full Time
Other
Dorset, Bournemouth, United Kingdom, BH1 1
Job Description
Overview

Building Surveyor - BCP Homes (Facilities Management)

Location: BCP area (Civic Centre / Dalling Road + site visits)

Contract: Initial 6 months, Inside IR35

Hours: 37 hours per week

Rate: £34.08 per hour (via umbrella)

Start: ASAP

What You'll Do
  • Manage external and in-house contractors for planned, responsive and cyclical maintenance and refurbishment projects.
  • Carry out pre/post inspections, diagnose building defects and prepare budget estimates.
  • Produce drawings, specifications and tender documentation in line with current legislation and good practice.
  • Lead procurement activities and appoint suitably accredited contractors.
  • Administer contracts (verification of works, valuations, payments) to council procedures.
  • Oversee delivery to agreed quality, cost and time requirements; track KPIs with a strong H&S focus.
  • Undertake building and systems surveys; identify repair/refurb needs and recommend schemes.
  • Prepare and submit approvals (Building Regulations, Planning, structural calcs) as required.
  • Maintain accurate asset and project records to support consultation, audits and legal processes.
  • Liaise with residents, members and external bodies; represent the team at meetings and events.
About You
  • Degree (or significant equivalent experience) in Building Surveying / Construction Management, ideally with a relevant professional qualification (e.g., MCIOB/MRICS).
  • Strong contract & project management capability, including cost/quality control and programme delivery.
  • Advanced knowledge of construction regulations, building standards and health & safety legislation.
  • Proven experience across planned/cyclical programmes, responsive repairs and small improvement projects within housing/FM.
  • Confident communicator able to plan workload, manage competing priorities and direct contractor teams.
Working Arrangements
  • Base: BCP Civic Centre or Dalling Road, with travel across the BCP area for site inspections/meetings.
  • Flexible working in line with service needs.
Why Apply
  • Impactful, resident-focused work across a meaningful housing portfolio.
  • End-to-end ownership-from survey and spec through procurement and delivery.
  • Supportive FM environment with clear processes and governance.
How to Apply

Send your CV (and brief availability) to