Project Surveyor

We are recruiting an Interim Project Surveyor for a leading Social Housing provider based in Leicester, supporting property services across the local region on a 4-month contract.

As an Interim Project Surveyor, you will be responsible for delivering a range of surveying services across housing stock, ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard, compliant with regulations, and fit for purpose. This is a great opportunity to join a busy, customer-focused organisation and make an immediate impact.

Rate: £35-£40 per hour

Contract: 4-month interim assignment (potential for extension and to go permanent)

Working pattern: Full-time (37–40 hours per week)

Our client is a well-established Social Housing group managing a large portfolio of residential properties across the East Midlands. They are committed to providing safe, high-quality homes and delivering excellent services to their tenants and communities.

• Conducting property inspections, including planned works surveys
• Preparing specifications of work and managing contractors to deliver planned works projects
• Frontline operational role supporting contract delivery and contractor performance
• Ensuring all works are completed in line with compliance and health & safety standards
• Managing projects within occupied properties, ensuring minimal disruption to residents
• Liaising with tenants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure effective communication
• Monitoring budgets and ensuring cost-effective delivery of works
• Producing detailed reports and maintaining accurate records using internal systems
• Supporting the delivery of planned maintenance programmes

• Proven experience in a similar Building Surveyor role, ideally within Social Housing
• A recognised construction-related qualification (e.g. HNC, HND, Degree in Building Surveying or similar)
• Strong knowledge of planned works
• Experience managing contractors and overseeing works on site
• Good understanding of Health & Safety and compliance requirements
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office

This role would suit an experienced Project Surveyor available at short notice, looking for an interim opportunity within a reputable Social Housing organisation. If this role sounds of interest to you please get in touch with Kyle on  or email me on !