Project Surveyor – Adaptations

£42,500 to £46,871 per year inclusive annual salary + £3,000 market supplement + Essential User car allowance + Local Government Pension Scheme.

Permanent, full-time (37 hours per week) with flexible working options (including hybrid).

We are looking for a Project Surveyor to join our Adaptations team, delivering essential works to Council homes, which will help residents live safely and independently.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a varied caseload of adaptation projects from initial survey to completion.
• Conducting surveys and assessing the feasibility of adaptation works.
• Overseeing contractors to ensure works are delivered to specification, on time, and within budget.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, including CDM Regulations and Building Safety requirements.
• Providing clear technical advice to colleagues, partners and customers.
• Maintaining a strong focus on health and safety and customer experience.

Essential qualifications and experience:

• Experience in a surveying or project management role within housing or construction.
• Experience managing contractors and delivering projects from start to finish.
• Working knowledge of building regulations, construction methods and health & safety requirements.
• A relevant qualification or equivalent experience, with a willingness to work towards professional accreditation.
• Effective communication skills and a customer‑focused approach.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

You will benefit from:

• 28.5 days basic annual leave (increasing with service) + bank holidays.
• Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• Flexible working options.
• Staff parking permit.
• Reimbursement of professional fees.
• Comprehensive development and training.
• Discounted membership at selected local sports and fitness centres.
• Access to discounts and benefits via online platform.

• Disability Confident:
  We are proud to be a disability confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone disclosing a disability whose application meets all the essential criteria for the post.
• Safeguarding:
  This post is subject to a Basic Disclosure Check.
• English Fluency:
  The ability to converse at ease with members of the public and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post (for those whose language is a signed language the provision of a sign language interpreter who speaks English to the necessary standard of fluency will be required).