Job Description
Senior Building Surveyor - Bulk Surveying & Damp & Mould Lead (Social Housing)Manchester£40,000 - £50,000 plus full benefits packageA highly regarded, fast-growing consultancy working across the social housing and public sector is seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to play a key leadership role within its expanding surveying division.The organisation specialises in safer, more sustainable homes through expert retrofit and surveying, supporting housing providers with compliance, asset improvement, and long-term property performance. With a strong focus on damp and mould, housing condition assessment, and large-scale surveying programmes, this is an opportunity to join a people-focused, forward-thinking team during an exciting period of strategic growth.The RoleYou will take responsibility for leading and motivating surveying teams delivering bulk housing surveys, ensuring programmes are delivered efficiently, consistently, and to a high technical standard.A key focus will be on damp and mould investigations, housing condition surveys, and quality assurance of fieldwork outputs, alongside the planning and coordination of survey resources across multiple programmes.You will act as a central figure in ensuring surveying activity is well organised, well executed, and continuously improving.Key ResponsibilitiesTeam Leadership & CoordinationLead, motivate and support teams of building surveyors delivering bulk surveying programmesFoster a positive, collaborative and high-performance team cultureCoordinate day-to-day surveying activity across multiple projects and regionsProvide practical guidance and technical support to surveyors in the fieldProgramme Delivery & PlanningPlan and organise bulk surveying programmes in line with client requirementsManage resource allocation and workforce planning to ensure efficient deliveryMonitor progress, output and productivity across active survey programmesEnsure timely completion of surveys and reporting outputsTechnical Oversight & Quality AssuranceOversee quality of building surveys, with a strong focus on consistency and accuracyAudit survey outputs and drive improvements in reporting standardsProvide oversight of damp, mould and building pathology assessmentsEnsure survey work aligns with client standards and compliance expectationsStakeholder EngagementBuild strong relationships with internal teams and external clientsAct as a key point of contact for programme delivery discussionsCommunicate clearly and confidently with housing providers and stakeholdersSupport resolution of technical and delivery-related issuesAbout YouYou will be a highly experienced surveying professional with strong practical knowledge of housing condition surveying and a natural ability to lead people and coordinate delivery.Essential ExperienceStrong background in building surveying within social housing or residential sectorsProven experience delivering or managing bulk surveying programmesExcellent understanding of damp, mould, condensation and housing defectsExperience in housing condition surveys and/or disrepair-related workDemonstrable ability to lead, coordinate and motivate teamsCore SkillsStrong organisational and programme coordination capabilityHigh standards of quality assurance and attention to detailConfident communicator with strong interpersonal skillsAbility to work in a structured, fast-paced delivery environmentPractical, hands-on approach to problem solvingQualifications & Training (Flexible Approach)Formal chartership is not essential. What matters most is experience and capability.However, relevant background may include:Building surveying or construction-related qualification (degree or equivalent experience)Damp, mould or building pathology training (e.g.
PCA-related courses)Knowledge of HHSRS and housing standardsCPD in housing disrepair, ventilation, condensation or remedial diagnostics________________________________________Why Join?This is a chance to join a consultancy that is:Growing rapidly within the social housing and public sector spaceFocused on safer, healthier, more sustainable homesStrongly committed to people, development and teamworkKnown for a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking cultureYou will be part of a business that values:Real-world experience over hierarchyLeadership and collaboration over titlesQuality, care and impact over volume aloneTraining and development are a core part of the culture, with genuine opportunities to grow alongside a highly capable and ambitious team.SummaryThis is a senior, hands-on leadership role for an experienced surveying professional who thrives on:Leading peopleOrganising complex surveying programmesDriving quality in damp, mould and housing condition workWorking collaboratively in a busy, structured environmentMaking a tangible difference to the quality of people's homesIf you are ready to step into a role where leadership, coordination and impact matter more than formal titles, this is an outstanding opportunity.Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Russell Taylor will be acting within your interest and will contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website.
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