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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a busy Local Authority based in Wiltshire, are looking for an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to join their team and play a crucial role within their Economy & Sustainability operations. 

Position: Senior Building Surveyor
Rate: £300 per day (Umbrella) 
Contract Duration: Temp (Feb 2027) Possible Extension  
Working Arrangement: Hybrid

Purpose:

• To act as the subject matter expert in the inspection, repair, maintenance, and improvement of the Council’s housing and corporate property portfolio, applying advanced professional expertise within the relevant discipline.

Job Responsibilities:

• Undertake and lead detailed, complex inspections and condition surveys of housing and corporate property assets and systems, applying advanced technical expertise to identify risks, defects, and compliance issues. Ensure all findings are documented to a professional standard, aligned with statutory requirements, technical guidance (e.g. Building Regulations, HHSRS, British Standards), and best practice. 
• Undertake comprehensive condition surveys, diagnosing complex building or engineering defects, preparing detailed technical specifications, and managing high-value or technically demanding contracts or work packages.
• Represent the Council in formal proceedings, including housing disrepair and property-related litigation, by providing expert technical evidence, impartial testimony, and professionally prepared documentation to the judiciary. 

Job Requirements:

• Previous experience working within a local authority or a similar organisation - Desirable. 
• Educated to degree level or equivalent qualification with relevant post graduate experience. (Postgraduate MA or Diploma in Building Surveying is desirable but not essential). 
• Membership (or eligibility for membership) of RICS & MCIOB is desirable but not essential.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development. 

Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review. 

How to Apply:
If you are interested in applying, please press the button below, send your CV to james.fernandez@temptingrecruitment.co.uk or contact James on 020 3854 4907 to discuss further.

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