Building Surveyor

Summary We are looking for a Building Surveyor to join us in the East of England on a permanent contract. Your contractual location is flexible, we're happy for you to work at any of our regional hubs or properties, and we offer a hybrid working arrangement.  The majority of your time will be spent covering property portfolios in the Fenland and Essex & Suffolk Countryside areas although there will also be the opportunity to get involved in project work across the East of Engand.  You will be working alongside other building professionals to care for iconic properties. 
We support hybrid working and are happy to explore working arrangements that strike the right balance for you and the Trust. We are offering a salary of £40,000.
What it's like to work here Our portfolios are rich in culture, historically significant and all within exceptionally beautiful landscapes. It is a truly awe-inspiring place to work. You will join our multi-disciplinary team, which includes Building Surveyors, Facilities Managers, Project Managers and other specialists, working collectively to conserve, enhance and share our places for current and future generations. You will also be part of our wider regional and national networks of Building Surveyors. What you'll be doing You will apply your technical excellence to support and lead projects to conserve, maintain, repair and refurbish a wide range of properties across the portfolios; working with buildings and infrastructure ranging from Grade I Listed mansions and visitor facilities, through to other structures such as follies and monuments.
Working with our property and operational teams you will plan and deliver conservation-focussed repair and maintenance, as well as refurbishment and adaptive re-use. You will also contribute towards our ongoing programme of Conservation Condition Reports and Conservation Management Reviews.
You will procure and oversee external consultants and contractors as well as liaising closely with our internal specialists from Curators to Visitor Experience Consultants, Planning Advisors to Archaeologists and Ecologists.
You will bring your interest and knowledge of sustainable design principles to the projects and properties that you are involved with, looking for solutions that respond to the implications of climate change and that contribute towards our climate action ambitions.
Who we're looking for •Relevant professional qualification eg Chartered Surveyor MRICS, MCIOB, ARB •Direct experience of working as a Building Surveyor in a heritage context •Experience of undertaking surveys and inspections, diagnosing building defects and specifying repair and conservation works for a range of building types, including traditional and Listed buildings •Experience in preparing, co-ordinating and managing planned maintenance schedules and assisting clients in phasing and the delivery of the works •Experience of construction contract administration, including the JCT suite of contracts
The package

The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.

• Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary

• Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)

• Tax-free childcare scheme

• Rental deposit loan scheme

• Season ticket loan

• Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts

• Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.

• Flexible working whenever possible

• Employee assistance programme

• Free parking at most Trust places

• Independent financial advice

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