Your new company
Somerset Council is a unitary authority, governing the district of Somerset in the Southwest of England. A dynamic vision puts the people of Somerset at the heart of what we do, a council who will be there for residents whenever needed. As a recently formed council, there is an opportunity to be harnessed by bringing together experience, expertise, assets, and networks from five predecessor councils, creating a stronger position to advocate for Somerset on regional, national, and international platforms.
Your new role
As a Senior Building Surveyor, you will lead a team of Building Surveying professionals who deliver a range of project work to deliver strategic outcomes for the council. You will oversee and lead the development and implementation of major building projects as well as lead the council's condition surveying programme.
Ensure that the council meets legal responsibilities in relation to CDM regulations, where these apply to projects and programmes.
Providing building surveying services for internal council services (schools and education).
Supporting to develop major maintenance projects across school and non-school estates, making recommendations to prioritise work proposals which minimise risk.
Supporting or leading on bids for external funding or building condition and decarbonisation projects.
Managing a team of c. 3 professional staff....