Building / Project Surveyor Ref: 8bse11a

**Building / Project Surveyor**

**Ref: 8BSE11A**

Closing date: Monday 27th February at 5pm

SALARY RANGE: Grade 7 (£35,333 to £42,155)

TYPE OF CONTRACT: Permanent

WORK PATTERN: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

REPORTS TO: Director of Estates

**JOB DESCRIPTION/KEY DUTIES OF THE POST**:
**Purpose of Job**
Principally working within the Capital Project Team undertaking Estate and Facilities
Management tasks including the planning and organisation of capital work projects under the supervision of the Director of Estates.

**Key Tasks / Responsibilities**
The following is a guide of duties commensurate with this role; it is not exhaustive. The levels of competence needed are expected to be at a professional level;
Typical duties will include:

- Take responsibility for the planning, programming and coordination of building projects of a minor nature (up to c. £250,000.00), within an active higher education environment. Were applicable, act as Project Manager, Principal Designer and Contract Administrator for minor works projects
- Provide appropriate design solutions, procurement strategies and cost control measures for project work undertaken
- Preparation and collation of pre-construction information and tender documentation, along with managing the administration of the tender process via Intend
- Assist with the management of major capital projects where appropriate and as directed by the Director of Estates
- Liaise and negotiate with Architects, Contractors and other professional consultants and advisers
- To work within a defined risk management approach in compliance the CDM

Regulations and other relevant legislation. Contribute towards the further development and review of departmental risk management procedures
- To plan, programme and coordinate asbestos re-inspections, training and abatement works. Regularly review the Asbestos Management Plan and ensure the University’s asbestos register is kept up-to-date utilising the online database.Provide technical advice regarding the management of asbestos to others within the Estates team or wider University community.
- To plan, programme and coordinate fire risk assessments and assist the Fire SafetyGroup in managing and closing-out any significant findings identified as part of the risk assessment process
- To assist with the management and programming of other legislative compliance matters within the department e.g. working at height procedures or water hygiene management in line with ACoP L8
- To act as the Estates Department Health & Safety Coordinator in line with the Code of Practice for Safety Coordinators. Attend the University’s Health & SafetyConsultative Committee. Undertake regular reviews (at least annually) of departmental risk assessments to ensure adequacy and that they are up-to-date
- To provide additional AutoCAD support within the Estates Department
- To act as a pro-active member of the wider Estates Team, reporting wants-of-repair and making recommendations to improve services, procedures, and systems
- To undertake regular training in order to maintain an appropriate level of skills and understanding of changes in legislation
- Advising University Senior Management and determining requirements by carrying out feasibility studies and budget costings.
- Support the wider Facilities Management business with technical support and advice as and when required.
- Preparing documents for tender and advising on appointing contractors, designers and procurement routes.
- Act as contract administrator maintaining contractual and fiscal control through to the completion of projects
- Carry our snagging inspections in a methodical manner in order to monitor quality and workmanship during building projects.
- Carry out defect diagnosis inspections and prepare associated reports and recommendations where necessary.
- Pursue personal development of skills and knowledge necessary for the effective performance of the role.

**Regular contacts (internal / external)**
Director of Estates
Estates Services Manager
Head of Maintenance
Finance & Accommodation Manager
Other Estates Team Members
Professional Consultants
External Contractors
City Council Officers (Planning/Building Control/Trees/Conservation).

**Staff Reporting to Post holder**
None.

**PERSON SPECIFICATION**

**Educational Requirements**
Degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline

**Professional/Technical & Occupational Training**
RICS membership.
Project Management qualification / training
Commitment to continuing professional education and development
Construction Health and Safety to IOSH Level 3
Construction Health and Safety to NEBOSH Level 2
Recognised AutoCAD training /experience
Asbestos P405 qualification

**Skills and Experience**
Previous experience of working within a Higher Education Environment
Knowledge of appropriate Regulations and Legislation.
Good report writing skills with the ability to explain complex/technical 3 issues in a clear concise format.
Ability