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£46,871 to £50,998 inclusive annual salary + £5,000 market supplement + up to 19.7 percent employer pension contribution Permanent, Full-time (37 hours per week) Flexible working options (including hybrid) About the role If you're passionate about improving homes, delivering high-quality building surveying services, and making a difference to the lives of residents in their community, our client would love to hear from you. They are looking for an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join their Housing Repairs team. This opportunity has arisen following the internal promotion of the previous postholder, demonstrating their strong commitment to staff development and progression. You will carry out building surveys and diagnose complex defects, manage repair, maintenance and investment projects up to £3m and prepare specifications, tenders, and act as Contract Administrator under JCT forms. You will also lead on estate inspections, minor improvement works, and communal area issues and provide technical advice to colleagues, contractors, and residents. In addition, as a Snr Surveyor you will supervise junior surveyors and support their development. You will also ensure robust health & safety compliance, including CDM and asbestos regulations, support insurance and compensation cases and support in resolving formal complaints. You will be participating in the out-of-hours repairs standby rota and supporting emergency planning when required. About you With a degree or professional qualification in Building Surveying (or substantial equivalent experience), you must have strong technical knowledge of building defects, housing and construction legislation, health & safety and landlord obligations. Previous experience of managing projects, preparing tenders and JCT contract management is also essential for this role. You will also be managing complex budgets, supervising staff and handling challenging customer situations. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and high standards of customer service to our customers are key for this role. A valid UK driving licence with access to a vehicle and an IOSH qualification (or willingness to achieve within 6 months) are also required. RICS / CIOB membership and working knowledge of HHSRS would be desirable. Join them in making the district carbon neutral by 2030, guided by their Sustainability and Climate Crisis Strategy, they put the environment at the heart of every decision. They live their values-trust, care, confidence, collaboration, and customer focus-while delivering sustainable services, reducing environmental impact and making a difference. You will be working in a unique English Cathedral City with a colourful history which can be seen in the Roman remains and variety of beautiful architecture, heritage sites and conservation areas. Set within green belt, off the M25, A1M and M1 the District includes a cathedral, vibrant city centre and thriving villages. Their centrally located offices in the city are near to the station (London St Pancras 20 minutes), shops and restaurants. In short it is a great place to live and work. In addition to working within a great team and a comprehensive salary you will have access to: 30.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays. Local Government Pension Scheme with current employer contribution up to 19.7 percent employer contributions Flexible working options Staff Parking Permit Reimbursement of professional fees Comprehensive development and training Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres Access to discounts and benefits via online platform Additional Information Disability Confident: They are proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post. Safeguarding: This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check. English Fluency: The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required). A detailed job description and person specification are published on the advert for this role. The person specification sets out the criteria they use to assess applicants. They reserve the right to reject applicants at the shortlisting stage, where the application process has not been completed correctly. Closing date for applications: 19th April 2026 Interviews are scheduled for w/c: 27th April 2026 NOTE: Interviews are conducted throughout the application process. They reserve the right to close the vacancy at an earlier date and they strongly encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible. REF-

Job Title: Parsonage Inspector Type: Permanent Location: Cardiff (hybrid working) Salary: £54,812 - £62,014 + £3,600 yearly car allowance + mileage Hours: 34.75 hours per week BRC are working closely with a charity in Wales. The Diocesan Parsonage Inspectors play a central role in ensuring the effective care, maintenance, and improvement of parsonages, Bishop's housing, and provincially held property, operating within the Parsonage Board Scheme and the wider provisions of the Constitution. Duties: Identify, specify, plan, cost, tender, and coordinate planned maintenance, repair, and improvement projects for the parsonage and other provincially held property portfolio. Create and monitor budgets for related properties and projects, promptly reporting any need for variation Board and Finance colleagues. To support line management by the Secretary, provide supervision and monitor workloads of the Board Administrator, Assistant Board Administrator, and Property Custodian. Provide line management and monitor workloads of the Assistant Parsonage Inspector, including 121 meetings and performance reviews, in accordance with policies and procedures of the Representative Body. Identifying properties where maintenance costs are likely to be substantial and where replacement may be appropriate. Allocate maintenance and service tasks to approved contractors and consultants. Establish and monitor contracts for routine recurring services. Inspect and provide a report for parsonages at least every five years and or on occurrence of a vacancy or at the request of the Parsonage Board or Representative Body. Inspect and provide a report for other properties, as requested by the Head of Building Surveying. Inspect new properties purchased, or properties requested to be brought within the Parsonage Board Scheme and to recommend (or otherwise) the acceptance of potential parsonages into the scheme. Liaise with external consultants to ensure the purchase of appropriate new property and the sale of surplus property. Provide surveys, reports, and advice on property maintenance, repairs, and condition, to ensure properties are safe and meet required standards. Liaise with planning and other statutory authorities including the preparation of consent applications and related negotiations. Liaise with suitable external agents, consultants, and contractors, and act as Client under CDM Regulations where additional support is required to obtain consents or plan and complete larger projects. Ensure best value work is undertaken, as defined within the Procurement Policy. Liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, including clergy, colleagues, and local volunteers, taking account of their needs and the practical and pastoral impact of property-related decisions. Monitor and supervise delivery of works to agreed standards and timescales, ensuring safe and compliant working practices at all times. Support contractors to ensure suitable documentation and processes are in place to cover Health and Safety and CDM requirements. Manage assigned properties and tasks to ensure they are safe and compliant with relevant legislation and policies. Where appropriate and necessary, act as Principal Designer and or Principal Contractor for project works. Monitor changes in legislation and best practice to support the Head of Building Surveying and Director of Property Services in developing relevant policies and procedures. Advise the Head of Building Surveying and Director of Climate Change of opportunities to work towards Net Zero Carbon goals. Resolve boundary disputes with the help of appropriate external consultants. Monitor and assess performance of external consultants and contractors. Regularly update shared records to enable collaborative case work management. Provide feedback for working systems and processes to ensure they are efficient and best meet needs. Identify, recommend, and support new ways of working to improve cost effectiveness, reliability, efficiency, and quality of service provided. Support the work of the Parsonage Board and RB Property Committee and provide reports as required. Attend meetings of the Parsonage Board and other such meetings as may be necessary. Complete annual training and additional CPD hours in line with current RICS requirements for Building Surveyors. Maintain, or work towards, construction related chartered qualification. Liaise with Parish representatives to explain maintenance and security issues. Deputise for the Head of Building Surveying in their absence. Certify invoices for payment. Submit insurance claims. Bring to the attention of the Parsonage Board and RB vacancies of properties of greater than 60 days. Ensure vacant properties are compliant with insurance requirements. Provide access to vacant properties for viewings or repairs as necessary. Where available and if appropriate, secure the maximum amounts of grant funding for house repair and improvement from government bodies, local authorities and charities. Other duties as reasonably required. Requirements: A chartered construction professional, or similarly qualified person, with strong experience of managing building works and a varied property portfolio. Up to date knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, CDM regulations and other relevant statutory requirements. Excellent interpersonal skills with the diplomacy necessary to deal with sensitive matters in a complex stakeholder environment. Experience of property management and associated legal frameworks. Up to date knowledge of property management legislation and best practice. Experience of managing contractors, consultants and agents. Well organised but with the flexibility necessary to manage planned projects and emergency situations. Sound knowledge and experience of building surveying, property management, insurance, and related matters. Sound knowledge and experience of managing property and construction related budgets. An understanding of the importance of proportional risk management. Excellent communicator both written and oral. Reliable record keeping. Good computer skills and the ability to learn new software. Driving licence. For more information, please call Meg Smith on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed). To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Building Surveyor Fire Safety Orpington Building Surveyor Fire Safety: Our client is an award-winning multi-disciplinary practice. Established as market leaders in the social housing sector and wider public sectors providing outstanding services to clients. Commitment to excellence, innovation and client satisfaction has positioned them as a trusted partner. Role Overview: The Building Surveyor will work with our clients to build, maintain and develop buildings, which are not only fit for purpose, but for the good of residents and the wider community. You will be responsible for creating longstanding relationships with our clients and enjoy working in a collaborative way to produce the finest results. Key Responsibilities: • Prepare and apply for planning and building regulations approval • Preparation of specifications for tender, undertake tender analysis and issue tender reports • Support Senior members of staff in undertaking the role of adjoining owner s surveyor, building owner s surveyor or agreed surveyor under the Party Wall etc Act 1996. • Ownership for the project management of specific projects to include stock condition surveys and energy performance certificates • Support Senior Surveyors in all duties of contract administration under various forms of JCT Contracts. • Diligently complete inspections for allocated projects within agreed timeframes. • Undertake inspections to diagnose defects. Carry out site investigations including opening up, testing and sampling to confirm diagnosis. • Have an eye for detail and produce accurate and timely reports incorporating the condition of buildings and recommending remedial work to be undertaken. • Comply with Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times. • Provide professional Health & Safety advice to clients and internal teams, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and best practices. • Undertake Fire Risk Assessments and fire safety surveys in residential and public buildings, identifying hazards and recommending remedial actions. • Advise on fire safety design and compliance during refurbishment and new build projects. • Liaise with fire authorities and other stakeholders to ensure fire safety measures are appropriately implemented and maintained. • Monitor and report on H&S compliance across projects, including site inspections and audits. • Assist in the development and implementation of H&S policies and procedures within the surveying team. • Deliver training or briefings on H&S and fire safety topics to clients or colleagues as required. The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks within the organisation and in line with the overall business objectives of the organisation. Skills and Qualifications: With demonstrable experience as a consultant building surveyor you will have: • Qualified as a Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) or working towards • Comprehensive knowledge of materials and construction types • Experience in writing preparing specifications and writing schedule of works • Detailed knowledge and good experience acting as a contract administrator, particularly with the JCT form • Thorough understanding of planning and building regulations approval process • Significant site inspection experience to monitor and record progress on active sites • Confident in attending and chairing progress meetings with clients, contractors and other stakeholders • Ability to independently produce reports including feasibility, defect, condition and defect reports • Some prior experience of party wall services would be beneficial • Full UK Driving Licence • NEBOSH General Certificate or equivalent Health & Safety qualification (desirable). • Experience conducting Fire Risk Assessments and knowledge of fire safety regulations (e.g., Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005). • Familiarity with CDM Regulations and their application in construction projects. • Strong understanding of building fire protection systems and passive fire safety measures. • Ability to interpret and apply H&S legislation and fire safety standards in practical surveying contexts. Key Competencies: Accuracy: high attention to detail Communication: effective communication skills, adept at building relationships Decision making: ability to work autonomously and prioritise own workload Proactive: anticipate and flag areas for concern Problem solving: ability to foresee and resolve issues with practical guidance Project Management: ensure deadlines are achievable and adhered to Thorough: attention to detail On offer is a highly competitive package, a good work/life balance and CPD. For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact Danny on (phone number removed) / (url removed)