Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Council are looking to recruit a Civil Engineering Surveyor to join ourteam based in Great Wenham. You will be working on a full time, permanent basis. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £42,403 - £49,498 per annum (pro rata for part time).
Full time, part time and job share opportunities will be considered
What we are looking for
We are looking for a Civil Engineering Surveyor to join our Investment and Compliance Team. The successful person will share our values, commitment, and motivation to make a difference for our residents, clients, and communities.
About the role
Reporting to the Head of Investment and Compliance, you will be responsible for the civil engineering function across BMSDC housing and corporate stock, which includes but not limited to, sewage treatment works, pumping stations, drainage works and car parks.
The role will be part of an out-of-hours call-out rota.
About you
- You will Ideally hold an RICS accredited surveying degree or a minimum HNC standard and a NEBOSH Certificate in Health and Safety.
- We are looking for experienced Surveyors with a thorough working knowledge of current and appropriate building works legislation, including CDM and Health and Safety.
- You will have a good technical knowledge of housing properties and their building and service components as well as sound knowledge of building defects and solutions and the ability to estimate building costs.
- A team player, you will need to be an effective problem solver, demonstrating attention to detail in your work and strong organisation and communication skills.
- A full valid driving licence is essential to carry out the duties of this role.
You will demonstrate:
- significant experience of working across both housing and corporate stock
- experience of using design software, such as Autodesk, AutoCAD Civil 3D, and MicroStation
- experience of working in a civil engineering service area within social housing or a related sector
- experience of delivering civil engineering work programmes in accordance with the RIBA Plan of Work Framework
- experience of managing multiple high value budgets
- Knowledge of map creation software and photo imaging software
- knowledge of statutory, regulatory, and best practice requirements in relation to civil engineering work
- knowledge of contract law, building construction and regulations
- experience of procuring and mobilising contracts
- highly developed numerical and data analytical skills
- excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as a highly effective decision maker
- excellent project and contract management skills.
About us
Working together across our councils and with our partners in the public, private and voluntary sectors, we provide excellent services to our 190,000 residents across Babergh and Mid Suffolk
We are proud of the role we play in creating the environment, economy, and communities for our districts. We believe that the heart of Suffolk is an incredibly special place to live and work. With picturesque market towns, 60 conservation areas and with two National Landscapes within our districts, it is little wonder that we are consistently within the top 50 places to live in the UK.
Benefits of working for us
- Great opportunities for learning and development.
- Generous leave entitlement (equivalent to 26 days a year, increasing to 31 days after 5 years' service, plus bank holidays).
- Competitive Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Wellbeing Support Programme
- Employee Assist Programme
- Health Care Options
Our ways of working:
Work is what we do, not where we go! We are committed to working in a more Hybrid way, with a mix of office, home, and remote based working (business needs permitting). This has worked well for us and is something we will be continuing with.
We are committed supporting equality and diversity, Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils provide opportunity and ambition for all, supporting and enabling our people to deliver the best possible service for our residents.
Closing date: 5pm, 26 August 2024.
If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Civil Engineering Surveyor role, please click 'apply'. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.