Structural Building Surveyor
Location: Dale Barracks, to cover other sites across the North West and Wales
Salary: £50,000 + Company Car / Car Allowance
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Mainstay Recruitment is supporting a client in the recruitment of a Structural Building Surveyor to join their team at Dale Barracks. This is a highly technical and professional role, offering the opportunity to maintain and safeguard critical defence infrastructure across multiple sites. The Structural Building Surveyor will be responsible for ensuring the safety, compliance, and longevity of a range of structures, including wide-span buildings, WW2 hangars, explosive storage facilities, and masts/towers. You will deliver detailed technical surveys, provide actionable remedial recommendations, and contribute to the strategic management of estate assets in line with Safe Systems of Work and JSP375 processes. This role combines technical expertise, project coordination, and stakeholder engagement to support the Defence Infrastructure Organisation and site teams in the safe and efficient management of critical buildings.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct thorough structural surveys and inspections of a variety of buildings and infrastructure, including steel-framed, reinforced concrete, masonry, and timber structures.
Produce detailed, high-quality technical reports with practical, cost-effective recommendations for remedial works and lifecycle management.
Develop and maintain Risk Assessments and Method Statements to ensure compliance with Safe Systems of Work and JSP375 processes.
Advise site teams, supply chain partners, DIO representatives, and end users on structural integrity, remediation options, and maintenance strategies.
Record all inspections, activities, and recommendations accurately in the Maximo system.
Supervise and coordinate site operations as required, including planning, allocating resources, and supporting other surveyors or technical staff.
Engage with compliance managers to maintain up-to-date knowledge of site conditions and statutory requirements.
Identify opportunities to support sustainability and carbon reduction objectives through innovative structural solutions.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, promoting value for money and operational efficiency.
Candidate Profile
HND (or equivalent) in Building, Building Surveying, Structural or Civil Engineering, or demonstrable equivalent experience.
RICS membership is desirable.
Extensive experience in surveying large-span structures, including steel-framed and reinforced concrete buildings, with familiarity across multiple construction materials.
Proven ability to assess building conditions, recommend effective remedial actions, and estimate asset lifespans.
Experience producing accurate, technically precise reports suitable for decision-making by senior stakeholders.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, safety-critical environment.
Experience supervising site operations, managing personnel, and coordinating resources effectively.
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Commitment to compliance, safety, and delivering value for money.
Eligibility to pass SC Security Clearance