We currently have an exciting vacancy for an experienced Building Surveyor to join our busy and friendly team here at Entrust. As the Senior Property Surveyor, you will be responsible for working with our clients in the education sector to implement and manage planned repairs, breakdown repairs and improvement/renewal schemes.

This is an exceptionally varied role covering a broad spectrum of public sector properties including primary schools, high schools, academies and some swimming pools. This role offers great scope for career progression and exposure to high profile clients.

This role is based in Staffordshire and covers properties across the area.

Job title:

Senior Property Surveyor (Building)

Job Description:

We’re truly committed to building a diverse and representative workforce and as part of our strategic plans we are aiming to accelerate gender and ethnic representation in leadership. As such we would particularly welcome applications from people who are female and/or are from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds.

What you’ll be doing:

Undertake planned maintenance programmes including the design and specification of projects using standard documents where applicable, the raising and issuing of orders, the supervision of work on site and the verification of invoices for payment.Provide routine advice and support to schools and other properties on day to day and planned maintenance repairs.Implementation, diagnosing and managing works for the repair and maintenance within various buildings that are assigned to the successful candidate.Undertake project management/supervising officer duties while liaising with the establishment representative which involves the initiation and completion of maintenance and minor improvement works.As an expanding organisation, the successful candidate may be required to work out of county.Projects shall be carried out within approved budgets, with particular reference to health and safety procedures.Ensure the use of and adherence to appropriate health and safety risk assessments and precautions commensurate with the complexity of the project, with particular reference to the CDM 2015 regulations.Provide an effective liaison with Head Teachers and property site managers to deliver a comprehensive building maintenance service thus retaining the consultancy’s customer base.

What we're looking for :

Minimum of an HNC / HND in Building Studies or equivalent qualification. Qualified trades people within an appropriate trade with suitable supervisory experience will be considered.Experience in the management and organisation of building maintenance project works, working to budgets and deadlines.Experience in the provision of building specifications/drawings (AutoCad Lt is preferred) for maintenance and minor improvement works.Must be able to diagnose buildings defects, identify solutions and communicate these effectively to the relevant parties.Knowledge of building and planning regulations and other statutory requirements in relation to the design and construction of minor improvement projects.Knowledge and understanding of engineering services (mechanical and electrical) in relation to the overall maintenance of buildings. Including heating, lighting gas, fire and intruder alarms and domestic water services is desirable but not essentialCurrent Full Driving licenseDBS enhanced disclosure will be required

About Entrust

Entrust is a joint venture company between Capita and Staffordshire County Council and has supported educational establishments across England to improve outcomes since 2013.

‘Excellence in education’ is the heart of our business. Our passion is inspiring futures and improving outcomes for children, young people and adults.

We work in partnership with schools, academy trusts and Local Authorities to provide specialist expertise, ensuring every child and young person;

receives a good education; is in a safe and healthy environment; and is given expert guidance to realise their full potential.

We also work with clients across a range of other sectors including central government, health, and the private sector.

Our achievements are underpinned by our vision ‘to inspire futures’ by being Open, Ingenious, Collaborative and Effective. By building on our reputation for excellence and delivering what we promise, we want to help make every school in England a good school, ensuring every child and young person gets the education they deserve.

What’s in it for you?

A competitive basic salary of up to £45,000 plus a Company Car 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leaveThe opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choiceAuto-enrolment to our company pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty moreVoluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technologyAccess to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform

You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.

What we hope you’ll do next:

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

Equal Opportunities

At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss. For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.

If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - CPScareers@capita.com

Location:

Stafford

,

United Kingdom

Time Type:

Full time

Contract Type:

Permanent