The starting salary for this role is 42,958 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are seeking to appoint a Historic Buildings Officer , based within Surrey County Council's Historic Environment and Planning Team at Woking. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a qualified heritage specialist to develop, grow and put into practice their skills in the assessment, understanding and management of historic buildings and conservation areas within the context of the planning process, working within a small supportive team of dedicated buildings specialists. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time opportunities) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role As a Historic Buildings Officer, you will provide specialist conservation advice to a range of organisations and individuals, from the County Council's own planning functions, other local authorities within Surrey, charitable trusts as well as directly to homeowners. No two days are the same, with in-depth research, engaging projects and challenging casework all part of the role. You will be an experienced conservation and buildings specialist with a strong track record in local authority heritage teams, delivering timely, efficient and pragmatic planning related services. You will be familiar with British architecture in general, and the architectural history of Surrey in particular, and have thorough knowledge of the investigation, assessment, understanding, conservation and management of historic buildings and conservation areas. A degree in a suitable heritage-related subject (such as history, architectural studies, historic building conservation, archaeology etc.) is required, as is experience in the provision of advice, guidance and expertise in the management of a wide range of historic building types, as well as conservation areas and designed landscapes. The post will also involve a significant degree of stakeholder engagement, ranging from the general public, through to fellow professionals and elected Members. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Educated to degree level in a relevant subject, with a demonstrable passion for and a developed level of experience in, advising and managing various aspects of the built historic environment. A broad and detailed knowledge of architecture, designed landscapes and archaeology, and a deep and extensive understanding of the planning process surrounding heritage management. Demonstrable, or comparable, experience within local planning authority planning teams. Membership of relevant professional body (i.e. IHBC, MRITP). Excellent IT skills and be confident at using Microsoft Office and GIS applications. Full UK driving licence and access to their own car. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 18/10/2026 with interviews planned to follow in the w/c 02/11/2026. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs
30/09/2026
Full time
The starting salary for this role is 42,958 per annum, working 36 hours per week. We are seeking to appoint a Historic Buildings Officer , based within Surrey County Council's Historic Environment and Planning Team at Woking. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a qualified heritage specialist to develop, grow and put into practice their skills in the assessment, understanding and management of historic buildings and conservation areas within the context of the planning process, working within a small supportive team of dedicated buildings specialists. Our Offer to You 26 days' holiday, rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 31 days after 5 years' service (pro-rated for part time opportunities) Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave A generous local government salary related pension Up to 5 days of carer's leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year Paternity, adoption and dependents leave An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, and shopping A chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents About the Role As a Historic Buildings Officer, you will provide specialist conservation advice to a range of organisations and individuals, from the County Council's own planning functions, other local authorities within Surrey, charitable trusts as well as directly to homeowners. No two days are the same, with in-depth research, engaging projects and challenging casework all part of the role. You will be an experienced conservation and buildings specialist with a strong track record in local authority heritage teams, delivering timely, efficient and pragmatic planning related services. You will be familiar with British architecture in general, and the architectural history of Surrey in particular, and have thorough knowledge of the investigation, assessment, understanding, conservation and management of historic buildings and conservation areas. A degree in a suitable heritage-related subject (such as history, architectural studies, historic building conservation, archaeology etc.) is required, as is experience in the provision of advice, guidance and expertise in the management of a wide range of historic building types, as well as conservation areas and designed landscapes. The post will also involve a significant degree of stakeholder engagement, ranging from the general public, through to fellow professionals and elected Members. Shortlisting Criteria In order to be considered for shortlisting, your application will clearly evidence the following skills: Educated to degree level in a relevant subject, with a demonstrable passion for and a developed level of experience in, advising and managing various aspects of the built historic environment. A broad and detailed knowledge of architecture, designed landscapes and archaeology, and a deep and extensive understanding of the planning process surrounding heritage management. Demonstrable, or comparable, experience within local planning authority planning teams. Membership of relevant professional body (i.e. IHBC, MRITP). Excellent IT skills and be confident at using Microsoft Office and GIS applications. Full UK driving licence and access to their own car. The job advert closes at 23:59 on 18/10/2026 with interviews planned to follow in the w/c 02/11/2026. Local Government Reorganisation (LGR) Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two-tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. If you are employed by Surrey on 1st April 2027, your role will transfer with current terms and conditions to one of the new organisations, supporting local devolution and greater powers for our communities. Join our dynamic team and shape the future of local government. Make a lasting impact with innovative solutions and improved services for our community. Help us build a brighter future for our residents! Our Commitment We are a disability confident employer which means if you have shared a disability on your application form and have evidenced you meet the minimum shortlisting criteria, as displayed on the advert, we guarantee you an interview. Your skills and experience truly matter to us. From application to your first day, we're committed to supporting you with any adjustments you need, we value inclusion and warmly welcome you to join and help build a workplace where everyone belongs
Head of Estates Location: London Working Pattern: On Site Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permeant Salary: £70,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Estates to join a well-established healthcare organisation with a complex and diverse estate, comprising both historic and modern healthcare facilities. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, this newly created role has been established following an organisational restructure and offers the opportunity to lead all hard FM and engineering services across the estate. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of critical infrastructure that directly supports patient care. This is a highly visible leadership position requiring a strong engineering background, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to balance operational delivery, compliance, and long-term estates planning. The organisation places significant emphasis on teamwork, community engagement, and patient experience, making this an excellent opportunity for a personable and collaborative leader. Key Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day operation of the Estates function, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of engineering services across the estate. Oversee all planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, statutory compliance, and contractor management activities. Ensure the reliability and resilience of critical engineering systems, including electrical, mechanical, water hygiene, fire safety, and medical gas infrastructure. Manage and monitor an Estates budget of approximately £8 million, ensuring effective financial control and value for money. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, Healthcare Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Health & Safety regulations, and industry best practice. Lead contractor procurement, contract management, and performance monitoring. Act as the key Estates lead for refurbishment and capital projects, providing operational and technical input throughout project lifecycles. Maintain robust risk management procedures, including Permit to Work systems and Estates risk registers. Utilise CAFM systems to monitor maintenance performance, compliance, and operational effectiveness. Build strong relationships with clinical teams, senior stakeholders, contractors, and external partners. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, safety, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. Ideal Candidate Profile: To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have: Significant experience within Estates, Engineering, Building Services, or Hard Facilities Management leadership roles. A strong technical engineering background, ideally with a mechanical bias . Previous experience within healthcare, hospitals, or similarly complex and highly regulated environments. Medical Gas Authorised Person (AP) qualification, or significant experience working with medical gas systems. Legionella and Water Safety qualifications, with a strong understanding of healthcare compliance requirements. Extensive knowledge of statutory compliance, Health & Safety legislation, and engineering best practice. Experience managing operational and maintenance budgets. Strong contractor and stakeholder management experience. Experience working across complex estates, ideally including both historic and modern buildings. Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. A collaborative and approachable management style with a genuine commitment to patient care and service excellence. Benefits: Private healthcare scheme NHS Pension Enhanced family leave policies 25% hospital staff discount Free on-site gym Blue Light Card discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Interest-free season ticket loan Employee Assistance Programme Significant autonomy and influence within a senior leadership role Opportunity to work across a unique and complex healthcare estate supporting exceptional patient care.
10/10/2026
Full time
Head of Estates Location: London Working Pattern: On Site Hours: 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permeant Salary: £70,000 An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Estates to join a well-established healthcare organisation with a complex and diverse estate, comprising both historic and modern healthcare facilities. Reporting directly to the Chief Finance Officer, this newly created role has been established following an organisational restructure and offers the opportunity to lead all hard FM and engineering services across the estate. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of critical infrastructure that directly supports patient care. This is a highly visible leadership position requiring a strong engineering background, excellent stakeholder management skills, and the ability to balance operational delivery, compliance, and long-term estates planning. The organisation places significant emphasis on teamwork, community engagement, and patient experience, making this an excellent opportunity for a personable and collaborative leader. Key Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day operation of the Estates function, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of engineering services across the estate. Oversee all planned preventative maintenance (PPM), reactive maintenance, statutory compliance, and contractor management activities. Ensure the reliability and resilience of critical engineering systems, including electrical, mechanical, water hygiene, fire safety, and medical gas infrastructure. Manage and monitor an Estates budget of approximately £8 million, ensuring effective financial control and value for money. Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, Healthcare Technical Memoranda (HTMs), Health & Safety regulations, and industry best practice. Lead contractor procurement, contract management, and performance monitoring. Act as the key Estates lead for refurbishment and capital projects, providing operational and technical input throughout project lifecycles. Maintain robust risk management procedures, including Permit to Work systems and Estates risk registers. Utilise CAFM systems to monitor maintenance performance, compliance, and operational effectiveness. Build strong relationships with clinical teams, senior stakeholders, contractors, and external partners. Drive a culture of continuous improvement, safety, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. Ideal Candidate Profile: To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have: Significant experience within Estates, Engineering, Building Services, or Hard Facilities Management leadership roles. A strong technical engineering background, ideally with a mechanical bias . Previous experience within healthcare, hospitals, or similarly complex and highly regulated environments. Medical Gas Authorised Person (AP) qualification, or significant experience working with medical gas systems. Legionella and Water Safety qualifications, with a strong understanding of healthcare compliance requirements. Extensive knowledge of statutory compliance, Health & Safety legislation, and engineering best practice. Experience managing operational and maintenance budgets. Strong contractor and stakeholder management experience. Experience working across complex estates, ideally including both historic and modern buildings. Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. A collaborative and approachable management style with a genuine commitment to patient care and service excellence. Benefits: Private healthcare scheme NHS Pension Enhanced family leave policies 25% hospital staff discount Free on-site gym Blue Light Card discounts Cycle to Work Scheme Interest-free season ticket loan Employee Assistance Programme Significant autonomy and influence within a senior leadership role Opportunity to work across a unique and complex healthcare estate supporting exceptional patient care.
About the Company Our client is a highly respected specialist contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering some of the most prestigious heritage, restoration, and conservation projects across the UK. With decades of experience, they have built a reputation for exceptional delivery, technical expertise, and collaborative project delivery. Their portfolio includes listed buildings, historic landmarks, ecclesiastical projects, conservation schemes, and complex refurbishment works, working closely with architects, conservation officers, private clients, and public sector organisations. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their established pre-construction team. The Role As Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a diverse range of heritage and conservation projects. Working closely with directors, operational teams, specialist subcontractors, and clients, you will play a key role in securing future work while ensuring commercial viability and project success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is genuinely passionate about preserving historic buildings and delivering projects of exceptional quality. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for heritage, conservation, restoration, and refurbishment projects. Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and tender documentation. Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing exercises. Obtain and analyse quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options where appropriate. Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings. Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal teams throughout the tender process. Support bid presentations and negotiations when required. Maintain accurate cost databases and market intelligence. Contribute to continuous improvement within the estimating and pre-construction function. About You We are seeking a commercially aware estimator who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent attention to detail. You will ideally have: Previous experience as an Estimator within the construction industry. Experience pricing refurbishment, restoration, or specialist construction projects. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and procurement routes. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical information. Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
08/10/2026
Full time
About the Company Our client is a highly respected specialist contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering some of the most prestigious heritage, restoration, and conservation projects across the UK. With decades of experience, they have built a reputation for exceptional delivery, technical expertise, and collaborative project delivery. Their portfolio includes listed buildings, historic landmarks, ecclesiastical projects, conservation schemes, and complex refurbishment works, working closely with architects, conservation officers, private clients, and public sector organisations. Due to continued growth and a strong pipeline of secured and upcoming projects, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their established pre-construction team. The Role As Construction Estimator, you will be responsible for preparing accurate and competitive tenders for a diverse range of heritage and conservation projects. Working closely with directors, operational teams, specialist subcontractors, and clients, you will play a key role in securing future work while ensuring commercial viability and project success. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business that is genuinely passionate about preserving historic buildings and delivering projects of exceptional quality. Key Responsibilities Prepare detailed cost estimates and tender submissions for heritage, conservation, restoration, and refurbishment projects. Review drawings, specifications, schedules, and tender documentation. Conduct quantity take-offs and pricing exercises. Obtain and analyse quotations from suppliers and specialist subcontractors. Identify project risks, opportunities, and value engineering options where appropriate. Attend site visits and pre-tender meetings. Liaise with clients, architects, consultants, and internal teams throughout the tender process. Support bid presentations and negotiations when required. Maintain accurate cost databases and market intelligence. Contribute to continuous improvement within the estimating and pre-construction function. About You We are seeking a commercially aware estimator who combines strong technical knowledge with excellent attention to detail. You will ideally have: Previous experience as an Estimator within the construction industry. Experience pricing refurbishment, restoration, or specialist construction projects. Strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and procurement routes. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and technical information. Excellent numerical, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities. Proficiency with estimating software and Microsoft Office applications. A proactive and collaborative approach to work.
