At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage small-scale projects and property refurbishments to enhance community living.
- Company: Cheltenham Borough Council, dedicated to quality homes and thriving communities.
- Benefits: Generous holiday, flexible working, excellent pension, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a supportive team with a commitment to employee wellbeing and community impact.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your career in surveying.
- Qualifications: Degree in Building Surveying or 5 years relevant experience required.
The predicted salary is between 35412 - 48053 £ per year.
Are you ready to make a real difference to people's homes and communities? Cheltenham Borough Council has an exciting opportunity!
Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50
Salary: £35,412 - £48,053 (pay award pending wef 1 April 2026)
Job Type: Full-time, permanent
About Us: Cheltenham Borough Council Housing Services is dedicated to delivering safe, quality homes and supporting residents to build thriving communities. Across Cheltenham, we manage over 4,500 homes and deliver investment programmes that enhance the quality of life for our residents. The Technical and Investment team is responsible for planned maintenance, capital investment and statutory compliance, ensuring our housing stock is safe, sustainable and maintained to a high standard for current and future generations.
The Role: As a Small Works Surveyor, you will take ownership of a varied portfolio of small-scale projects, property refurbishments and individual property renovations, ensuring that repairs, improvements and adaptations are delivered efficiently, safely and to a high standard. Working as part of the Technical and Investment team, you will help maintain and enhance our housing stock. You will undertake property inspections and surveys, develop specifications and scopes of work, obtain quotations, and manage projects from inception through to completion. This includes overseeing contractors on site, monitoring quality, programme and costs, and ensuring all works are delivered in accordance with health and safety legislation, statutory compliance requirements and Council policies.
The role requires strong customer focus and stakeholder engagement, as you will work closely with residents, contractors and colleagues to resolve issues, minimise disruption and achieve positive outcomes. You will also maintain accurate property records and ensure that asset information is updated to support effective investment planning and decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive and organised surveyor who enjoys managing projects, solving problems and making a tangible difference to residents' homes and communities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Carry out property inspections to identify defects and recommend solutions, including works to major voids, housing disrepair cases, and damp and mould assessments
- Deliver and oversee improvement, refurbishment and maintenance projects typically up to £40k in value
- Develop clear project scopes, obtain competitive quotes, and ensure compliance with procurement policy and building legislation
- Instruct, manage and monitor contractors to deliver projects to agreed specifications, budgets, timescales and KPIs
- Conduct regular site inspections, sign off completed works and maintain accurate property records
- Ensure all projects meet health and safety and statutory compliance requirements, including acting as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations where required
- Engage with customers and stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and satisfaction throughout projects
You:
- Degree in Building Surveying or at least 5 years of relevant experience in building surveying or project management
- Experience delivering or supporting small works or refurbishment projects
- Strong technical knowledge of building construction and compliance requirements
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Great communication skills and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service
- Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel around the Cheltenham area
Benefits:
- An excellent pension scheme. You will be eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
- A generous holiday entitlement of 26 days (pro rata) rising to 31 days (pro rata) after five years (excluding Bank Holidays)
- A flexible and agile working environment. We aim to provide opportunities to work from home or elsewhere and offer flexibility in working hours
- A comprehensive programme of learning and development
- Two days (pro rata) paid time off for volunteering
- Enhanced maternity and paternity schemes
- Access to free counselling services
- Upon successful completion of your probation period, you will then have access to our Healthcare Cashback Plan
- A cycle to work scheme
- Low-cost town centre parking
- A commitment to employee wellbeing
To submit your CV for this exciting opportunity, click Apply today!
Small Works Surveyor employer: Hiring Wizard
Cheltenham Borough Council is an exceptional employer, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for residents through safe and sustainable housing. With a strong commitment to employee wellbeing, generous benefits including a robust pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and a focus on professional development, this role as a Small Works Surveyor offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work culture. Join us in making a difference in Cheltenham, where your contributions will be valued and recognised.
