• A Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or the Chartered Institute of Buildings (CIOB)• Experience of undertaking surveys and inspections, diagnosing building defects and specifying appropriate remedial works to traditional buildings, following best practice • Produce work schedules and obtain quotes from contractors.• Competent in contract management and contract administration• Demonstrate experience of financial responsibility for projects and cyclical work with exemplary data management, delivering agreed work programs/projects within budget• Engage contractors and manage the works through to completion, ensuring risk assessments are undertaken, and all work is compliant with the relevant legislation and policies. • Time management and organisation skills• Confident communicator who can adjust their approach to ensure we build and maintain positive relationships with our tenantsLet Estate Building SurveyorAs a Let Estate Building Surveyor for London and Surrey you will be part of a thriving and busy team which looks after a wide range of residential, commercial and agricultural properties as well as holiday cottages, across some of the Trust’s finest estates, from Morden and Osterley in London to the River Wey in Guildford, with cross over of works in various parts of Surrey including Polesden Lacey, Hatchlands Park and the wider Surrey Hills.Your contractual location will be Polesden Lacey Estate Office and there will be an expectation for you to attend the office. However, there is flexibility on where you are based at other times. You will be required to work at a National Trust location for 40-60% of your working week. This will be discussed in more detail at interview. We have big plans to improve the condition and energy efficiency of our Let Estate properties. You will set up, carry out and coordinate works, working closely with the Senior Building Surveyor, Building Supervisors and Estate Managers.You’ll be technically proficient in conservation, maintenance, and current building regulations You will be hands on, proactive and responsive to issues to ensure a high-quality, successful service is delivered. You have responsibility for the delivery of small and medium scale works across our let portfolio with opportunities to work on large developments in the future. You will provide practical building related supervisory support on repairs and maintenance in your portfolios. You will plan and deliver a programme of short and long-term cyclical buildings work, compliance works, and improvements for which you’ll have financial responsibility. At times you may also act as project manager, lead consultant or commercial client on small to medium projects. You’ll be dealing with conservation issues on historic and listed buildings, undertaking surveys across the portfolio, producing work schedules, obtaining quotes from contractors and liaising with tenants to ensure works are planned and coordinated, managing works through to completion.Each of your working day will be unique. You will be adaptable, flexible and will need to think outside the box. A flexible working method will be required at times. You will need to be focused, organised and skilled in prioritising your work to deal with the unexpectedThe National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)• Rental deposit loan scheme• Season ticket loan• EV car lease scheme • Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.• Flexible working whenever possible• Employee assistance programme• Free parking at most Trust places Click here to find out more about the benefits we offer to support you. Closing Date: 6 July 2025 *Internal Applicants only* Our colleagues work for the National Trust in many locations and sometimes don't have easy access to internal vacancy listings. Using the internet ensures we can reach as many of our colleagues as possible. We appreciate that this can be frustrating for external talent. Do note that some roles are released externally after an initial period of time. To apply for this vacancy simply click the 'apply' button in the top right hand side of the page.If you need any help with your application, i.e. due to technical difficulties, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at recruitmentenquiries@nationaltrust.org.ukIf you require an adjustment to the application process, for example due to disability or medical condition, please call us on 0370 240 0274 or email us at adjustments@nationaltrustjobs.org.uk and we'll support you as best as we can. For examples of how, please see our supporting you page.Equal Opportunities Statement The National Trust celebrates diversity and is committed to creating a fair and equal society, free from discrimination. You can read more about our commitment to inclusion and diversity here. Safeguarding Statement The National Trust is committed to a safe recruitment processes to help the organisation attract and appoint the right staff/volunteer for the role and responsibilities as set out in the vacancy advert. We will not accept applicants who are not suitable to work with children, young people or adults at risk. If you have any questions around your suitability for this vacancy, please contact the people service centre. Please note we reserve the right to close this advert early and therefore we encourage you to apply for this position early. 165103IRC165103DorkingFixed Term f/t (37.5 hrs pw for 24 mo)Ends: Jul 6th INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLYWe have one of the largest and most diverse let estates in the UK and we’re looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to join the Let Estate Management Team who can bring their knowledge of building conservation, coupled with their people skills to manage the maintenance and repair across our London and Surrey portfolios, based out of the Polesden Lacey Estate Office. Due to the travel required for this role, you must hold a full driving license with access to your own vehicle, (business mileage is claimable through expenses).We support hybrid working; a combination of home and site/office workingThis is a full-time opportunity offering a salary circa £41,000 per annum dependent on experience.Polesden Lacey, Great Bookham, Dorking, RH5 6BDCompliance.Eligibility to Work in the UK41,000 pa