M & E Surveyor based in Sunderland | Salary up to £45,000 Your new company We are recruiting on behalf of a respected public sector organisation in the housing sector. This strategic role is focused on the effective management and investment planning of mechanical and electrical (M&E) assets across a large property portfolio. Your new role Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date data on the condition of mechanical and electrical assets. Implement periodic reviews of asset data, incorporating local and specialist knowledge. Support the development of a long-term M&E strategy, ensuring investment priorities reflect asset age, condition, and repair trends. Collaborate with asset planning teams to feed M&E investment needs into a 5-year rolling investment plan. Lead the planning, design, and prioritisation of M&E projects, ensuring alignment with strategic investment goals and affordability. Develop specifications and client requirements for all M&E investment works, ensuring compliance with relevant policies and standards. Provide competent technical advice on M&E assets and investment works. Manage external Principal Designers in line with CDM and Building Regulations, including pre-construction documentation. Act as operational lead for M&E investment, working with procurement teams to prepare tender documentation and evaluate submissions. Liaise with contractors to resolve technical and specification queries. Oversee delivery of small-scale M&E projects, ensuring quality, timeliness, and cost control. Contribute to the development and maintenance of policies and procedures aligned with statutory and regulatory requirements. Undertake regular Continuing Professional Development (CPD What you'll need to succeed Strong technical background in mechanical and electrical asset management. Experience in strategic investment planning and project delivery. Knowledge of CDM regulations, building standards, and procurement processes. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage external consultants. What you'll get in return Competitive salary and public sector pension scheme. Opportunity to shape strategic investment in a community-focused organisation. Supportive team culture and professional development opportunities. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4734322