College Estates Surveyor

Full-time, 35 hours per week

Girton College is seeking a RICS-qualified Estates Surveyor who will oversee estate planning, maintenance, and development, ensuring sustainability and compliance with listed building regulations.  The Estates Surveyor will have a lead role on two of the largest projects currently planned in collegiate Cambridge: a major estate expansion including significant new accommodation and an iconic auditorium; and a multi-year decarbonisation programme.

The individual will manage the overall capital expenditure budget and act as the client representative for the above, and other, major building projects. They will liaise with planners, local authorities, and other stakeholders, ensuring successful delivery of strategic objectives.  They will work on a diverse and historic estate while contributing to Girton’s ambition to become one of the greenest academic institutions in the country.

For specific details of the roles and responsibilities, please see the Candidate Pack.

RICS qualification or equivalent professional accreditation, proficiency in CAD software and familiarity with Building Management Systems (BMS) are essential for this role.

We offer 34 days annual leave (includes Bank Holidays), workplace pension scheme, health cash plan, life assurance, employee assistance programme, free on-site parking, free use of gym and swimming pool, free lunch plus other benefits commensurate with working for a large Cambridge University College.

How to Apply

• To apply, please submit a CV and a covering letter detailing how your skills and experience match the person specification to recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk (via the ‘Apply’ button above)
• If you require additional information or support, please e-mail recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk

Further Information

• Candidate Pack (PDF) available from www.girton.cam.ac.uk/work-at-girton
• Closing date for applications is 9am on 25 April 2025
• *We reserve the right to close the advert early if we receive a significant volume of applications prior to the closing date
• Please note the College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
• The College is an Equal Opportunities employer encouraging diversity and inclusion.
• If you would like more information about the role, you may contact the HR Department at recruitment@girton.cam.ac.uk  

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