Building Surveyor

London Borough | 6-Month Contract | -400 per day Inside IR35

A London Borough is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join their Property Services team on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension.

This is an excellent opportunity to work across a diverse property portfolio, delivering a broad range of surveying responsibilities including project management, repairs and maintenance, condition surveys, and contract administration.

• Undertake inspections and condition surveys across the council''s operational and corporate estate.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of works and technical reports.
• Manage planned maintenance and capital improvement projects from inception through to completion.
• Oversee external contractors and consultants, ensuring compliance with statutory and contractual obligations.
• Monitor project budgets and programme delivery.
• Provide professional advice on building defects, refurbishment works and asset management initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation including health and safety regulations and building standards.

• Proven experience working as a Building Surveyor within a local authority, housing association, consultancy or public sector environment.
• Strong knowledge of building pathology, maintenance and refurbishment projects.
• Experience administering contracts and managing contractors on site.
• Good understanding of CDM Regulations and health and safety requirements.
• Ability to produce clear technical reports and specifications.
• Membership of RICS, CIOB or equivalent professional body is desirable but not essential.

• Initial 6-month contract
• -400 per day
• Inside IR35
• Hybrid working available
• Immediate start available
• Potential for contract extension

To discuss this opportunity further, please apply with an updated CV.

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