Job Details:
Job Reference: HCC622997
Salary Range: £48,948 - £54,423 per annum
Work Location: Elizabeth II Court, Winchester
Hours per week: 37
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 26 January 2026
Interview Date: w/c 9 Feruary 2026 (second Interview (if applicable) 16 February 2026)
We are looking for a talented Senior Building Surveyor to join our planned maintenance team within our Property Services Operations function.
Based in Winchester, Hampshire County Council's Property Services is a pioneering team with a national reputation for inspirational, practical, and resilient public buildings, winning awards over many years. We are a thriving multi-disciplinary property team of some 100 designers with an ever-increasing portfolio of exciting and varied projects.
Managing the design and delivery of a variety of building projects across Hampshire, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a real difference to the communities we serve.
We are looking for high-calibre professionals to join our team and deliver planned building projects as part of an ambitious annual programme of work. This is your chance to embrace innovation and contribute to our commitment to caring for the people of Hampshire.
Joining our team will provide you with an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience and further your professional career. Based in the historic city of Winchester, we are confident you will find Hampshire a great place to live and work.
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The Role:
To lead the design and delivery of a variety of planned building projects, providing a service of the highest quality. Delivering successful projects safely, on time, on budget and with good client feedback.
What you’ll do:
1. Lead the design and delivery of a variety of building projects including planned maintenance works, internal alterations and extensions to existing buildings. You will work on multiple projects at any time ranging from £5k to £
2. Lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary design teams to achieve the efficient and effective delivery of projects and programmes, aligning their progress at all stages and meeting financial fee targets.
3. Undertake surveys, inspections and investigations where necessary, preparing reports on the findings.
4. Provide a building surveying service that is high quality, creative and effective, planning, designing, and delivering successful projects safely, on time and budget, with good client feedback.
5. Exercise a balance of design, construction technology and project management to create and deliver appropriate solutions that achieve the client’s aims, offers best value, and is fit for purpose.
6. Communicate effectively with clients, contractors, users and other stakeholders – sometimes in sensitive and/or challenging situations, to build and maintain positive and productive relationships and achieve successful outcomes.
7. Demonstrate and maintain a high level of competence, technical and specialist knowledge.
What we’re looking for:
We’re looking for a suitably qualified and/or experienced Building Surveyor with an HNC minimum or equivalent in building, ideally RICS, CIOB, CIAT or equivalent. You should have extensive, recent experience in building surveying, project management and the Principal Designer role in relation to the CDM and Building Regulations. You should have a thorough understanding of statutory requirements such as Health and Safety and Building Regulations, alongside a strong knowledge of construction methods and materials.
Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, well-organised, and able to make sound judgements in complex situations while demonstrating strong customer focus and resilience. Experience in AutoCAD or similar software, report writing, and leading multi-disciplinary teams is desirable.
Why join us?
Hampshire County Council is recognised nationally as one of the highest performing local authorities in the UK. A modern, forward-looking local authority, it offers a pleasant, supportive, and collaborative working environment.
Hampshire County Council offers a competitive salary and benefits package, please see our website for details: .
The Property Services Team at Hampshire work on a wide variety of projects throughout the RIBA Plan of Work stages. Fully supported with your training, we ensure your professional experience is varied, rewarding and a great foundation for your onward Building Surveying career.
Hampshire is a beautiful place to live, with vibrant cities, miles of coastline and two National Parks. If you enjoy outdoor activities, you’ll find world class walking, cycling, sailing and much more. For more information, please go to .
Additional Information:
Senior Building Surveyor
Vetting Requirements:
This post is subject to a Criminal Records Check