WESTMINSTER ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESAN TRUST AND OTHER TRUST FUNDS ADMINISTERED BY THE WESTMINSTER ROMAN CATHOLIC DIOCESAN TRUSTEE

55,000 per year

Hendon Property Office

Full-time

5th December 2025

Building Surveyor (Job Ref: 823-160)

Building Surveyor Job Description

Diocese of Westminster Rewards and Benefits Summary 2025

About the Role

Are you an experienced Building Surveyor looking for a role with purpose? Join our property team and help manage and deliver projects across the Diocese of Westminster’s diverse estate, including churches, parish halls, presbyteries, and other diocesan properties.

You will oversee planned and reactive projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This is a varied role involving project management, specification writing, statutory compliance, and stakeholder engagement.

Key Responsibilities

Manage construction and refurbishment projects from start to finish.
Prepare specifications, working drawings, and tender documentation.
Oversee statutory applications (planning, building regulations, listed building consent).
Act as contract administrator and manage procurement processes.
Carry out asset and condition surveys and advise on property maintenance.
Develop and maintain an asset management strategy for the Diocese.
Liaise with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation, including CDM regulations.

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking someone who is not only competent in surveying but who also embodies our diocesan values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love.

We’re looking for someone who is:

A Chartered Surveyor(MRICS, MCIOB, CABE) or equivalent, with substantial project management experience.
Experienced in managing projects up to £1m, including listed buildings.
Skilled in preparing specifications, drawings, and statutory applications.
Knowledgeable in building regulations, planning legislation, and health & safety.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel essential; MS Project desirable).
A strong communicator and team player with excellent organisational skills.
Willing to travel regularly across the Diocese (car required; mileage allowance provided).

Essential:

5+ years post-qualification experience.
Commitment to the values of the Diocese and respect for diverse groups.

Desirable:

Understanding of the Catholic Church and its structure.

Experience working in a faith-based or charitable setting is welcome but not essential.

What we offer you

In return for your hard work and commitment to us, you will receive a competitive reward package which will include, but is not limited to:

✔23 days annual leave + bank holidays (pro rata for part time employees)

✔Vouchers for free eye tests and £50 towards the cost of glasses

✔Reward Gateway scheme offering discounts on a wide range of products and services

✔Pension scheme for eligible employees – 5% paid by the employer

✔Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension

✔Cycle to work scheme

✔Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

✔Employee Assistance Programme

✔Life assurance/ Death in Service benefit

Who we are

We are the Roman Catholic Diocese of Westminster, a faith-driven charity rooted in service, tradition, and community.

At the core of our mission is a commitment to faith, education, and social justice. Guided by Cardinal Vincent Nichols, we serve over 90,000 students across 208 schools, support 212 vibrant parishes, and drive countless social initiatives that bring hope and compassion to those in need. Our work extends beyond the Church walls, positively shaping communities and transforming lives.

We uphold the values of Competence, Reliability, Honesty, Perseverance, and Love—principles that define our mission and shape the way we serve. As we grow our team, we seek individuals who not only possess the skills for the role but also embody these values in their daily work.

If you are looking for a role where your talents, faith, and commitment to service can make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Diversity & Inclusion at the Diocese of Westminster and place it at the heart of our aim which is to reflect and connect with the diverse communities that we serve.