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Assistant Building Surveyor

Employer
Bolton Abbey Estate
Location
Skipton, North Yorkshire
Salary
£27,000 to £32,000 dependant upon experience
Closing date
16 Aug 2021

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Sector
Property
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Specialism
Building Surveyor
Level
Assistant
Business Type
Developer

Job Details

Assistant Building Surveyor – Bolton Abbey

Following the growth of the Estate annual repair and capital expenditure programme, coupled with the adoption by the Building Department of compliance and contractor management for the Devonshire Hotels & Restaurants Group, an exciting new role of Assistant Building Surveyor has been created to support the Estate Building Surveyor in the delivery of their role You will be based on the Bolton Abbey Estate, (the Yorkshire home of the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire) situated within the Yorkshire Dales National Park.  

The Role

The Estate’s Building Surveyor is responsible for managing repairs, maintenance, compliance and capital projects as well as delivering development opportunities across the Estate’s property portfolio and businesses, while managing the Department’s annual expenditure. A high number of Bolton Abbey’s buildings are heritage assets, requiring considered and sensitive management. One Assistant Surveyor currently supports the Estate’s Building Surveyor. However, another member of the team is now required.

The Candidate

The successful applicant is likely to have a minimum of five years’ relevant experience. They are also likely to be a positive influence within an established team. Excellent organisational and communication skills are essential.

Interviews

First interviews will take place w/c 13th September 2021. A second interview will also be required.

Company

Nestled in the heart of the Yorkshire Dales on the banks of the River Wharfe, Bolton Abbey is Yorkshire’s best day out.

Its landscape is the “jewel in the crown” of Yorkshire’s many landscapes, and the 30,000 acres of beautiful countryside boast over 80 miles of footpaths to walk and explore, providing something for all ages. From our ever changing events programme providing activities for children to fishing on the River Wharfe, you’ll find a host of activity awaiting you.

Explore the ruins of the Priory and discover a landscape full of history and legend. Walk along the riverside, woodland and moorland paths and enjoy local produce in the excellent restaurants, tea rooms and cafes, treat yourself in the quality gift shops or simply relax beside the river with a picnic whilst the children play - Bolton Abbey has it all.

Through the hole in the wall and into the grounds of the Priory ruins, you will soon realise you’re entering a special place. For a longer stay, why not try one of our exquisite hotels or unique holiday cottages.

Bolton Abbey has been carefully managed by the Devonshire family since 1755, and remains the Yorkshire seat of the 12th Duke of Devonshire. The landscape at Bolton Abbey inspires, and has been admired in the past by artists such as Turner, Ruskin and Royle, as well as the poet Wordsworth. We hope you find it as inspiring as they did.

Company info
Telephone
01756 718137
Location
Bolton Abbey
Skipton
North Yorkshire
BD23 6AL
GB

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