Fixed term contract for 2 years.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious building professional to work on a wide and interesting range of projects.

There has never been a better time for you to join Surrey County Council, as we embark on a £30m maintenance programme and your role will be integral to the work. Gaining experience of our diverse property portfolio, you will deliver full feasibility and design services within maintenance and minor works projects.

It’s a chance to develop your place within an expanding and hard working team. The role will see you responsible for contract administration on NEC contracts, applying your knowledge of technical developments in property, and providing performance data to other EPM teams.

You will gain valuable experience as you assist in the provision of feasibility studies and design solutions for maintenance and minor works projects. As well as leading some projects, you will take responsibility for contract administration, keep abreast with market developments, and develop relationships with stakeholders.

The requirements:

With a minimum qualification standard of HNC/HND in building or equivalent and working towards chartered status with RICS/CIOB, you will share our commitment to developing levels of customer satisfaction. Fully aware of construction methods and materials, you will have experience of buildings systems and their contribution to cost savings and a sustainable future.

We’re looking for a team player with the ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. What’s more, you will be keen to work on projects that can make a difference to people’s lives.

An enhanced CRB check will be required.

About Surrey:

Estates Planning and Management at Surrey County Council is an expanding team. It’s a great environment to work in, as we have a £30m maintenance programme. This is your chance to be part of a hard-working team focused on maintaining excellent levels of customer satisfaction.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Peter Beasley on 020 8541 8009.

Surrey County Council 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.

Closing Date: 13 February 2012