Your newpany
Southend-on-Sea City Council is a unitary authority based in the heart of the town centre offering traditional seaside living that makes it a great place to live and work. This diverse and busy town has great public parks and leisure activities,petitive house pricing and excellent travel links.
The Council is looking to appoint a Building Surveyor to support the maintenance and refurbishment of public buildings within the borough.
Your new role
As the Building Surveyor you will carry out condition surveys of the council’s corporate property estate including schools, leisure centres, theatres, museums, seaside shelters and the world’s longest pleasure pier. You will also be involved in building repairs which will include the design and production of specifications. The planned maintenance projects will be managed from inception topletion including managing contractors and ensuring the project is delivered on time and within budget. You will also be involved in reactive repairs from time to time. This role is offered on a full-time basis, with flexible working patterns (includingpressed hours) available.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful for this role you will need a minimum of an HNC, HND, BEng or BSc and should have experiencepleting condition surveys and project management, ideally withinmercial property. Contract management experience is beneficial. Strongmunication skills and the ability to work on your own or as part of a team is essential. A driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes is essential.
What you'll get in return
This is a permanent position, paying up to £47,774 PA. When joining in a permanent position, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: flexible working, salary sacrifice scheme and excellent training and development opportunities. A full list of benefits provided by Southend-on-Sea City Council can be found on the “Jobs at the council” webpage.