Bruntwood SciTech is the UK’s largest property platform dedicated to the growth of the tech, innovation and science sectors. It is also the leading developer of city‑wide innovation ecosystems and specialist environments, helping companies – from start‑ups to global powerhouses – to form, scale and grow.
Valued at £1.6 bn, Bruntwood SciTech has a portfolio of 5.8 m sq ft across 11 campus locations and 31 city‑centre innovation hubs in Manchester, Cheshire, Birmingham, Leeds, Liverpool and Cambridge. It has plans to create a £5 bn portfolio by 2033 and has a 900,000 sq ft secured development pipeline.
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This role will be based at our head office in the heart of Manchester City Centre – Union on Albert Square, working on our city‑centre assets such as Pall Mall & Bloc.
Job purpose
This role is a key multi‑disciplined role that touches all aspects of looking after building assets within a wider portfolio. It is part of a team of seven within a matrix, but with the freedom to use specialist knowledge and creative thinking to solve problems that support the wider team to achieve ambitious goals.
What we’re looking for
* A degree or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying
* Some experience as a Building Surveyor, whether this be a placement year or some experience beyond study as a foundation – the role could suit you if you need wider APC support and want to work on multi‑use/industry led projects across pioneering office/lab and tech space.
* A positive collaborator; as a client‑side role you’ll work closely with internal development/operations and finance teams.
* A passion for developing sustainable and innovative spaces, enjoying the process of thinking creatively and problem solving.
What will you be doing
* Contribute to the delivery of projects within your cluster of buildings, using your knowledge of internal and external best practice, including life cycle analysis and preparation of service charge major project plans.
* Engage with a portfolio team delivering to a high standard, in line with customer expectations.
* Responsible for the delivery of projects from low to medium value and complexity, for assets and required Cat A & B fit‑outs, using innovative and progressive solutions.
* Focus on projects relating to fabric, M&E, suite refurbs, fit‑outs and minor aesthetic schemes.
* Consider budgets and costs, driving best possible value against a backdrop of in‑house benchmark data with support.
* Develop a full understanding of every element of the fabric and infrastructure of buildings in your portfolio, to provide joined‑up advice and decision‑making.
* Proactively manage the delivery of the portfolio strategic works/projects in line with asset plans.
* Support project handover from delivery to operations post‑PC as and when required and ensure all snagging is closed out by the delivery team.
Benefits
* 28 days holiday plus your birthday off work – you can also buy and sell holidays.
* Company bonus – paid annually.
* 24 hours a year volunteer time – endless opportunities for you to support the causes that matter most.
* Sabbatical of up to 12 months – you can take a career break after five years.
* Healthcare cash plan for all colleagues – you can claim back medical expenses like optical, dentist & physiotherapy. We also offer free private healthcare cover on an opt‑in basis.
* Life assurance cover for all colleagues.
* Up to 8% matched pension scheme.
* Discounts and cashback at leading retailers.
* Enhanced maternity / shared parental leave – 26 weeks fully paid leave.
* Interest‑free loans to pursue your passions and apply for up to £2000 towards learning a new skill.
On our careers page you’ll find our benefits calculator, where you’ll be able to select the benefits you’d use to calculate the savings you’d make.
It is also good to know that you’ll be working for a business that gives back – the Oglesby Charitable Trust has donated more than £30 m since 2001, supporting charities across arts and culture, education, environment, medical research and social & health inequality.
We’ll do our best to get back to you within a week of your application; however, if it has been longer than this please feel free to email talent@bruntwood.co.uk for an update.
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