Principal Surveyor

Principal Surveyor 

Serco - Justice & Immigration FM 

Hybrid Working with regular national travel 

Band 2: Permanent, Full Time 

Up to £70,000 per annum + Car + Corporate Benefits Package 

We’re recruiting for a qualified experienced Surveyor to join our Justice & Immigration (J&I) FM team. 

You will play a key role in the management and delivery of detailed condition reports, identification of defects and advise/guide on repair, maintenance and upgrade options and strategies across the Serco J&I estate. 

Being a chartered building surveyor, you will assess the estate and provide project management support on associated capital works initiatives including advice, guidance, support with safety and energy efficiency/sustainability improvements and wider capital expenditure. Developing lifecycle models for asset replacement programmes and actively support project management of dilapidation activities and the scoping and delivery of capital projects, preparing project briefs, works scope, specifications and tenders. 

As part of the Senior Management Team (SMT) you will report directly to the Head of PMO, managing a Team of Surveyors and QS/Estimators and will be required to work closely with and take direction on occasion from Head of Asset Management (HoAM), and Senior Project Management Team 

You will have comprehensible commercial awareness and have worked in a similar role managing and motivating others. A concise understanding of modern quantity surveying principles and techniques including preparation of BQ’s and PTE’s will stand you in good stead for success on delivering accountabilities such as: 

• Advise on lifecycle/dilapidation projects and determine/manage contractual/financial requirements aligned to the Risk. 

• Manage, develop and organise comprehensive documentation for competitive tender activities and advise on appointing contractors, designers and procurement routes. 

• Determine the condition of existing buildings and building services, identify and analyse defects, including proposals for repair to manage operational and dilapidation risk. 

• Advise on lifecycle/dilapidation projects and determine/manage contractual/financial requirements aligned to the Risk. 

• Support J&I FM Bid team with new bids and re-bid opportunities and procurement colleagues with management of tender RFI’s, supplier clarifications and tender adjudication activities. 

• Champion working towards gaining ISO 19650 for Building Information Modelling (BIM) including the creation and development of digital modelling of the existing J & I Estate. 

• Support and contribute to FM SLT’s mission to implement and continually improve on a positive H & S culture. 

What you’ll need to do the role  

First and foremost, you will hold the relevant building surveying degree or construction related professional qualifications and RICS chartered building surveyor with minimum 5 years’ experience. 

As with any skilled role at this level, you will evidently have the required technical knowledge, competence and understanding of building construction, fabric and building services. 

Excellent understanding of CDM Regulations and can demonstrate ability to apply its principles to coordinate/advise Client, PD and PC duties. 

Finally, flexibility is a must - this is a mobile role covering locations nationally across the UK therefore must have a flexible approach to travel to/from sites and be prepared to stay away from home, potentially this could be up to 2-3 nights a week. 

Why Serco 

A place you can make an impact - The nature of our business means you will do interesting work that matters – delivering essential services that touch people’s lives. 

A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways. 

A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed within a supportive and safe culture. 

What we offer 

• Company car. 

• Company bonus. 

• Private Medical cover.  

• Salary: Competitive salaries with annual reviews. 

• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme. 

• Holidays: 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays. 

• Training and development: We offer a wide range of learning opportunities with over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships, mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression. 

• Wellbeing: 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, BUPA Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, Simplyhealth cash plans to claim back money towards healthcare costs, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres. 

• Discounts: Save across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel. 

• Employee networks: Dedicated networks where colleagues can come together to find support, share challenges, discuss ideas, network and be part of a community 

• Charity: Support a charity or organisation with a paid volunteering day each year. You can also choose to donate to your favourite charity tax-free, through our Payroll Giving Scheme