Building Surveyor - Housing Association, Social Housing

About Our Client

Our client is a high‑performing, community‑focused social housing organisation with a strong reputation for delivering safe, modern, sustainable homes. Their asset team is known for excellent technical standards, collaborative culture, and long‑term investment planning that genuinely improves resident's lives.

Job Description

• Lead and manage high‑value planned programmes and component replacement projects.
• Ensure all properties consistently meet Decent Homes and statutory compliance standards.
• Oversee day‑to‑day commercial, contractual and operational management of major suppliers.
• Act as Contract Manager/Client Representative for partnering contracts.
• Inspect contractor works, track performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Take responsibility for capital budget management, forecasting, cashflow and reporting.
• Support procurement activity in line with best value and organisational strategy.
• Contribute to the Annual Investment Programme and wider asset management strategy.
• Maintain accurate and compliant asset data across systems and databases.
• Produce performance reports and improvement recommendations.
• Build strong relationships with internal/external partners to support efficient delivery.
• Drive problem‑solving, service improvement and collaborative working across teams.

The Successful Applicant

• Significant experience in asset management, surveying or property investment within housing or similar environments.
• Proven success managing capital programmes
  , contracts and budgets.
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyse complex data and make sound, evidence‑based decisions.
• Competence in technical property issues, compliance and building standards.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Flexibility, initiative, and a problem‑solving approach.

What's on Offer

• £43,248.73 annual salary + £26 monthly WFH allowance
• Hybrid working with autonomy and trust
• Opportunity to lead major, high-profile investment programmes
• Support to develop professionally (chartership, training, CPD)
• A stable, long‑term role with social purpose and job satisfaction
• Modern systems, supportive team culture, and excellent leadership
• Work that directly improves homes, communities, and resident wellbeing