Building Surveyor

A major housing organisation is seeking a Building Surveyor to lead the delivery of planned investment, building safety programmes across Exeter. This is a high-impact role offering autonomy, stakeholder influence, and the opportunity to shape a long-term regional investment strategy.

Our client is a well‑established, purpose‑driven housing provider managing a substantial residential portfolio across the UK. With a strong commitment to building safety, sustainability, and customer experience, they are investing heavily in long‑term planned works and retrofit programmes to improve homes and communities.

• Lead delivery of planned investment, building safety remediation, and retrofit programmes
• Act as client‑side lead, driving contractor and consultant performance
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high‑quality and safety standards
• Manage commercials including budgets, forecasts, valuations, and final accounts
• Oversee contract compliance and long‑term partnering arrangements
• Ensure full compliance with CDM 2015 and relevant regulations
• Chair and lead project meetings (pre‑start, progress, and close‑out)
• Act as key contact for resident engagement and customer experience
• Collaborate with internal asset teams to shape future investment programmes
• Maintain robust reporting, data accuracy, and project documentation

• Proven experience delivering planned works, building safety, or retrofit projects
• Strong knowledge of construction, compliance, and CDM regulations
• Track record of managing contractors and driving performance in a commercial environment
• Excellent project management skills with multi‑project delivery experience
• Strong financial and commercial acumen
• Experience engaging with residents / customers in a live environment
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Qualification:
  
  HND (Level
  5) or higher in Construction, Building, Surveying or equivalent
• Desirable: RICS / CIOB, NEBOSH, or specialist building safety / retrofit knowledge

• Opportunity to lead a major regional programme at the start of a 15‑year partnership
• High level of autonomy and influence over delivery strategy
• Flexible hybrid working with site, regional, and home‑based mix
• Work on meaningful projects that directly improve residents' lives
• Be part of a collaborative, forward‑thinking team focused on quality, safety, and innovation
• Strong pipeline of work providing long‑term stability and career progression