🏠Senior Building Surveyor – Homes, Communities & Real Impact
đź’° Salary: ÂŁ60,000 - 65,000 + excellent benefits
If you’re a senior surveyor who cares about doing the right thing in people’s homes, this is a role where your technical judgement genuinely matters.
We’re working with a forward-thinking, resident-focused social housing organisation looking for an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to lead on Disrepair issues, raise standards, and help shape safer homes across the portfolio.
Chartership (MRICS) is welcome but not essential – what matters most is your experience, professional credibility, and strong technical foundation. Applications from MCIOB professionals and those with a degree in Building Surveying or Construction, are actively encouraged.
The role
This is a senior, trusted position with real influence. You’ll take ownership of high-risk disrepair and defect cases, providing clear technical leadership and practical solutions.
You’ll be:
* Leading detailed inspections, Pre Post inspections diagnosing building defects and disrepair, and specifying robust, value-for-money remedial works
* Acting as a technical authority across complex cases, planned works and investment programmes
* Reviewing, approving and overseeing Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) works to ensure accessibility and quality outcomes
* Working closely with legal teams, asset management, repairs teams
What we’re looking for
* A degree in Building Surveying, Construction or a related discipline
* MRICS, MCIOB or equivalent professional standing (or working towards)
* Solid experience within social housing, local authority or a related property environment
* Strong understanding of building pathology, disrepair, H&S and UK Building Regulations
* Confidence dealing with residents, contractors, legal teams and senior stakeholders
* Full UK driving licence (regional travel required)
Why this role?
This is a chance to step into a senior role where your judgement is trusted, your voice is heard, and your work directly improves people’s lives. You’ll be supported by a collaborative leadership team and given the scope to make lasting change — not just tick boxes.
👉 Apply now if you want a senior surveying role with purpose, autonomy and real social value.