Contract surveyor

We’re Hiring: Contract Surveyor at Progress Housing Group Department: Property Services Salary: £45,071(pro rata) Location: Leyland (covering the North West with some national travel) Hours: 36.25 hours per week Contract: Fixed Term / Secondment 12 month Join Our Legacy of Change and Community At Progress Housing Group, we’re more than just homes, we’re a community. With over 900 colleagues, we’re committed to supporting people to live independently and thrive. We’re looking for an experienced Contract Surveyor to join our Property Services team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of contractor delivery and play a key role in improving homes, ensuring safety, and delivering excellent customer outcomes across our property portfolio. About the Role As a Contract Surveyor, you’ll lead on the procurement, management, and performance of contractors, ensuring high-quality repairs, planned works, and investment programmes are delivered efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. You’ll be responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in line with regulatory and compliance requirements, while driving both value for money and social value. Working closely with customers, contractors, and internal teams, you’ll also provide technical expertise, carry out surveys and inspections, and ensure accurate stock condition data is maintained. What You’ll Be Doing Managing procurement and performance of contractors across multiple workstreams Delivering planned, cyclical, and reactive maintenance programmes Carrying out surveys and inspections across a range of housing assets Writing specifications, tender documentation, and managing contracts end-to-end Monitoring budgets, authorising payments, and controlling costs Ensuring compliance with health & safety, statutory, and regulatory requirements Identifying risks, hazards (including HHSRS), and seeing remedial works through to completion Building strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and external partners Supporting continuous improvement and service delivery excellence What We’re Looking For Essential: Strong experience in contract management and property maintenance Knowledge of housing legislation, compliance, and safety standards (e.g. HHSRS, Decent Homes) Experience managing budgets and contractor performance Ability to carry out surveys and interpret technical data Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Flexibility to travel across the North West and occasionally nationally Desirable: HNC/HND in Building Studies, RICS or equivalent experience Experience within social housing Knowledge of stock condition systems and housing asset management tools Why Progress? Because we’re people-focused, genuine, and forward-thinking. We care about our colleagues just as much as our customers, and we invest in your success. What You’ll Get in Return Competitive salary Generous annual leave entitlement Excellent pension scheme Company-supported travel and overnight allowance (if / when required) Career development and training opportunities Flexible working arrangements including flexi-time A supportive and collaborative team environment The opportunity to make a real difference in people’s lives Our Values At Progress Housing Group, our values are at the heart of everything we do: We are people-focused - we listen, understand, and treat everyone fairly We are forward-thinking - we embrace innovation and challenge the norm We are genuine - we are open, honest, and true to our word We are expert - we take pride in delivering the best possible service We are collaborative - we achieve more by working together How to Apply Click Apply Now , upload your CV, and complete our short application form. Be sure to include a supporting statement outlining why you’re a great fit for this role. Closing date: 2 nd July 23:59pm Interview date: 15 th and 16 th of July 2026 At Progress Housing Group, we’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from everyone and particularly encourage candidates from underrepresented groups to apply. Inclusion matters here.