Interim Building Surveyor – Schools PortfolioLocation: LondonDuration: 12 weeks (strong possibility of extension)Day Rate: £350 UmbrellaInterviews to take place ASAP with a start thereafterWe are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join a dynamic Surveyor Team on an interim basis, supporting a portfolio of schools and education buildings across London. This is an excellent opportunity to make a direct impact on the delivery, safety, and improvement of children’s services facilities while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.As the link surveyor for a group of schools and education sites, you will act as the key point of contact for headteachers, business managers, site managers, contractors, consultants, building control, planning, and health & safety teams. You will be responsible for managing planned and urgent works, ensuring projects are delivered to a high standard, on time, and within budget.Key responsibilities include:

• Assessing condition issues and developing practical, cost-effective solutions
• Preparing and reviewing planned maintenance programmes with individual schools
• Supporting the development of specifications, quotes, and ITTs
• Assisting in bid evaluations and contractor/consultant appointments
• Project managing works from inception through to delivery
• Contributing to the delivery of major capital projects and external funding bids
• Maintaining project management, financial and asset management systems
• Ensuring works align with the Council’s climate and ecological emergency commitments

About YouTo succeed in this role, you will bring:

• A degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent professional experience)
• Proven experience in building surveying and project management
• Strong knowledge of building condition assessments, maintenance, and capital works
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage confidently with a wide range of stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Familiarity with MS Office products such as Word and Excel

This role would particularly suit a surveyor who enjoys a mix of hands-on surveying, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery, and who is motivated by the chance to support schools and children’s services.If you are an experienced Building Surveyor with a background in education or public sector property, and you are available for an immediate start, we would love to hear from you.