Job Description

Senior Building Surveyor

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This role plays a key part in shaping a safe, sustainable and high-performing campus for Cardiff Met. As

Senior Building Surveyor

, you'll help drive the condition, compliance, and quality of the University's built estate--ensuring that student experience, energy efficiency, and statutory responsibilities are at the heart of every decision. Our approach is multi-award winning; focusing on making the most of what we have, and we are looking to expand the capacity and capability of our in-house team.

You'll lead the way by:

Delivering and validating building condition surveys across a large, multi-site estate. Developing and prioritising rolling programmes of planned maintenance and remedial works. Designing and managing minor refurbishments to improve safety, comfort, and sustainability. Commissioning and validating surveys and works undertaken by our supply chain Providing a reactive response to assess and address estate issues impacting our operations. Acting as Principal Designer under CDM and ensuring works meet all relevant regulations. Ensuring compliance, accessibility, and building performance improvements are considered in all you do. Collaborating with academic, professional and contractor teams to support Strategy 2030 and net zero goals.

What you'll bring

You'll bring a technical depth and a forward-thinking mindset to building pathology, with the ability to influence and lead programmes of work across a diverse University environment. An expert in condition and compliance, you'll combine data-driven insights with hands-on experience to improve building condition, performance and user satisfaction.

A degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline and MRICS chartered status. Significant experience in delivering and managing building condition surveys and planned works. Strong knowledge of CDM regulations, statutory compliance, and project delivery. Experience in remedial and minor projects design, specification, procurement and contractor management. Understanding of sustainable materials, retrofit solutions and circular economy principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences. A demonstrable personal commitment to addressing climate change Ideally, experience in a higher education or complex estates environment.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values-based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you'll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.


We offer excellent benefits such as:

Annual leave of 35 days, plus 12 bank holiday / concessionary days. Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous monthly contributions. Excellent family friendly policies - take a look on our Policy Hub page. Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities. Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership. Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Graham Lewis on glewis2@cardiffmet.ac.uk, or feel free to contact Aleks Janusiewicz, the Recruitment Advisor supporting this vacancy on ajanusiewicz2@cardiffmet.ac.uk


All applications must be submitted online.


The person specification will be used as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our

Application Guidance

page.

If you would like to discuss your advert with a member of the recruitment team please contact

staffrecruitment@cardiffmet.ac.uk

for guidance and support.

Further details:

Swydd Ddisgrifiad





Applications may be submitted in Welsh, and an application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.


Should a high volume of applications be received, we may need to close this vacancy early. We therefore encourage you to apply as early as possible.


We use the person specification as a tool for shortlisting; so please make sure you use this information when writing your application. You can find useful hints and tips about how to apply by visiting our Application Guidance page.


The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.

Why Work Here?

We invite you to join our collaborative community!


Dating back to 1865, we remain rooted in Wales with a global reach, offering you a world of opportunity. Our education, research and innovation deliver positive impact for equality, social inclusion and environmental sustainability, locally, nationally and internationally.

Are you ready to contribute to something remarkable?

Join us in helping us to progress and deliver real change.

Job Details

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School/Unit

Environment and Estates

Location

Cyncoed Campus

Salary

44,263 to 49,794 per annum


Permanent

Post Type

Full Time

Closing Date

Wednesday 30 July 2025

Reference

UE7