Job Summary
Working Pattern:
Full time
Advert Start Date:
26/01/2026
Advert End Date:
Closed for applications on 08/02/2026 23:59
Salary:
Grade 16 £56,554 to £60,680 per annum
Job Category:
Architects / Surveyors / Engineers
Employment Location:
Corten House, Aykley Heads (hybrid working arrangements available)
Further Information
We are looking for a motivated and experienced individual for the position of Consultant Surveyor within the Corporate Property and Land Service. With a large, varied estate spread throughout County Durham and ambitious regeneration schemes underway, now is an exciting time to join us and be part of this delivery.
WHAT IS INVOLVED?
As the Consultant Surveyor focusing on Property Projects and Information you will ensure the team can respond to capital and revenue project requirements that sit outside the business-as-usual work of the wider team as well as managing the information collected and held.
You will also lead and support continuous improvement and development of policies, procedures and processes associated with projects, capital accounting and information. Leading the team responsible for this area you will need a strong grasp of the local authority environment, with experience in understanding and facilitating technical responses to project requirements. Knowledge and experience of capital accounting valuations, CIPFA and IFRS requirements, data collection, landlord and tenant, and property management is essential. You will lead and oversee the delivery of various corporate requirements and objectives, ensuring the Council’s property and land portfolio is managed effectively and efficiently. Also, you will lead the team responsible for collecting and holding data and other information including effectively managing the information held for the Council’s estate.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the role, we encourage you to contact Jack Marshall, Asset Strategy and Property Manager via email at jack.marshall@durham.gov.uk to arrange.
WHAT WILL I NEED?
You will need the following:-
- Educated to Degree level or equivalent in a relevant subject, or relevant professional qualification
- Full Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
- Evidence of continued professional development
You will have a proven track record of delivery of measures to improve and delivery property and land-based functions as well as experience of managing budgets.
Please refer to the attached person specification for the full criteria.
INTERVIEWS
Interviews will be held week commencing 16 February 2026.
We operate a guaranteed interview scheme for applicants that can show they meet all the essential criteria and have indicated they have a disability, are a looked after young person, care leaver or a veteran.
OUR OFFER TO YOU
We offer a competitive rewards package that includes attractive salaries, a generous annual leave entitlement of 27 days (rising to 32 after five years’ continuous local government service), membership of the excellent contributory career average Local Government Pension Scheme, and a range of flexible working arrangements including hybrid working (home and office) where applicable. Explore the full range of rewards and benefits on our website (https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/26895/Rewards-and-benefits-if-you-work-for-us)
Rewards and benefits are subject to individual terms and conditions.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION
We are a proud equal opportunities employer and believe a diverse workforce brings fresh ideas and drives service improvement. We welcome applications from everyone and make employment decisions based on skills and ability. As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from disabled people and offer support throughout the recruitment process.
HOW TO APPLY
Please note, we do not accept CVs. All applications must be submitted online via the Northeast Jobs portal. Use the ‘Person Specification’ section of the form to clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential (and where possible, desirable) criteria. Applications that do not evidence the essential requirements will not be shortlisted. For guidance on completing your application, visit our website (https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/2083/How-to-apply-for-a-job-with-us)
If you require assistance when applying for this role, please contact our Recruitment Helpdesk on 03000 26 27 27, or via email RecruitmentResources@durham.gov.uk
We welcome applications from disabled people and those who are or consider themselves to be neurodivergent.
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Please note
This job is closed for applications.