Building Surveyor

Contract to start ASAP until 26-01-27 with a possible extension.

Full job descriptionBuilding Surveyor

Warwick District Council

Hours: Full-time (37 hours per week)

Contract: Temporary – ending 26 January 2027

Help Maintain Safe, Well-Managed Buildings and Deliver Property Improvements

We're recruiting a proactive and detail-focused Building Surveyor to support Warwick District Council. This role combines property inspections, defect identification, technical advice and the coordination of repairs and improvement works to help maintain buildings in a safe and serviceable condition.

You'll work closely with property colleagues, contractors and building occupiers, helping to identify maintenance needs, develop practical solutions and monitor the quality and progress of works.

About the Role

As Building Surveyor, you'll undertake surveys and inspections of allocated properties, assess their condition and recommend appropriate repairs or improvements. You'll contribute to the preparation of specifications, estimates and maintenance programmes, supporting works from initial assessment through to completion.

The role requires sound technical knowledge, clear communication and the ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accurate records and a strong focus on quality and safety.

What you'll be doing:

• Carrying out building inspections and condition surveys, identifying defects, maintenance requirements and potential safety concerns.
• Investigating reported property issues, assessing likely causes and recommending proportionate repairs or further specialist investigation.
• Preparing clear survey reports and technical recommendations, recording findings and identifying priorities for action.
• Producing specifications, schedules of work and cost estimates for repairs, maintenance and improvement projects.
• Supporting planned maintenance programmes, using inspection findings to help prioritise works and inform future requirements.
• Coordinating repairs and improvement works, liaising with contractors and colleagues to support delivery within agreed timescales and budgets.
• Monitoring work on site, checking progress and workmanship against agreed specifications and raising concerns where necessary.
• Liaising with building occupiers and other stakeholders, arranging access, explaining proposed works and providing updates.
• Supporting completion inspections and follow-up actions, identifying outstanding defects and checking that agreed work has been addressed.
• Maintaining accurate property and project records, including inspection findings, correspondence, costs and completion information.
• Following relevant health and safety procedures, escalating risks and seeking specialist advice where work falls outside your competence.
• Contributing to service improvements, identifying opportunities to strengthen maintenance planning, communication and the management of property information.

Requirements

We're looking for an organised, practical and solutions-focused individual with relevant surveying or property maintenance experience and the ability to provide clear, well-supported technical advice.

You'll ideally have:

• Experience in building surveying, property maintenance or a comparable construction-related role.
• Experience inspecting buildings and identifying defects, with an understanding of appropriate repair methods.
• Knowledge of building construction, materials and maintenance practices.
• Experience preparing survey reports, specifications, schedules of work or cost estimates.
• Experience coordinating contractors and monitoring the quality and progress of building works.
• Awareness of relevant building standards and health and safety responsibilities.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to non-specialists.
• Good organisational and IT skills, with confidence maintaining accurate records and managing several tasks at once.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, using sound judgement and escalating issues appropriately.
• Eligibility to work in the UK and the ability to provide employment references and complete the required pre-employment checks.

Why Apply

• Opportunity to contribute to the maintenance and improvement of council-managed properties.
• Varied role combining inspections, technical assessment and project coordination.
• Chance to work with property professionals, contractors and building users.
• Opportunity to apply and develop your surveying experience within a local authority setting.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay
• Company Pension
• Ongoing Agency Support

Benefits are subject to confirmation of agency and payroll arrangements and individual eligibility.

Additional Information

Client: Warwick District Council

Location: Saltisford, CV34 4UL

Working Arrangement: To be confirmed; no hybrid or remote-working arrangement has been specified.

Start Date: 26 October 2026

End Date: 26 January 2027

Contract Duration: Temporary assignment from 26 October 2026 to 26 January 2027.

Hours: 37 hours per week

Positions Available: 1

Driving Required: Any driving, vehicle access and travel requirements are to be confirmed.

Pay Rate: £16.95 per hour — Umbrella

IR35: Status to be confirmed.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: £16.95 per hour — Umbrella

Application question(s):

• Can you describe your experience undertaking building inspections, identifying defects and recommending repairs?
• What experience do you have of preparing specifications or schedules of work and monitoring contractors?
• Please confirm your current location, your ability to attend the Saltisford location and undertake property visits as required, and your availability to start on 26 October 2026.

Experience:

• Building surveying, property maintenance or relevant construction experience preferred.
• Local authority or public-sector property experience would be advantageous.

Qualifications:

• A relevant qualification in building surveying, construction or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience, preferred.
• Any mandatory qualifications or professional memberships are to be confirmed by Warwick District Council.

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom — right to work required.

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