Interim M&E Building Surveyor

Summary: The Interim M&E Building Surveyor role is a part-time, fixed-term position focused on conducting mechanical and electrical condition surveys across a large university estate. The successful candidate will manage a phased survey program over two years, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while providing actionable reports for strategic planning. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional with experience in M&E building surveying. The position requires on-site presence at a single university campus with no travel involved.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct mechanical and electrical condition surveys across a diverse estate of 180 buildings, ranging from small ancillary structures (eg, bin stores) to complex laboratory facilities.
• Deliver a phased survey programme:
  • Year 1: 20 buildings
  • Year 2: 80 buildings
  • Year 3: 80 buildings
• Assess and document the condition of M&E systems, identifying maintenance needs and repair priorities.
• Collaborate with the Estates team to determine and report on current and projected spend on maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure all surveys are carried out in line with health and safety regulations and university standards.
• Provide clear, actionable reports to inform strategic estate planning and budgeting.

Key Skills:

• Proven experience in M&E building surveying, ideally within large or complex estates.
• Strong understanding of building services systems and maintenance requirements.
• Ability to work independently and manage a phased workload over a multi-year programme.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in survey reporting tools and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working in higher education or public sector estates (desirable).
• Knowledge of CAFM systems and asset management planning (desirable).

Salary (Rate): £30.00 Hourly

City: undetermined

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other