Job Overview
Real People Solutions are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our public sector client, a respected housing organisation based in Lyndhurst, New Forest.
We're seeking a Planned Maintenance Surveyor to join the team on a temp-to-perm basis, delivering vital housing improvement and refurbishment projects that directly benefit the local community.
Duties
* Providing professional advice on property and construction matters, including building defects, costs, and design.
* Leading feasibility studies, scheme designs, cost analyses, and specifications for works.
* Acting as Contract Administrator on maintenance and refurbishment projects.
* Preparing and managing tender/contract documentation and analysing prices to ensure value for money.
* Monitoring budgets, timelines, and quality, reporting regularly to the Asset Maintenance Manager or Contract Manager.
* Implementing cost-effective solutions through value engineering and contract performance analysis.
* Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety, Building Regulations, CDM 2015, and Council policies.
Requirements
* BTEC HNC in a building-related subject
* Exemption from RICS or CIOB exams and working towards/achieved full membership
* Substantial post-qualification experience in contract administration within building/surveying
* Strong knowledge of JCT contracts, CAD, Building Regulations, and Health & Safety
* Full UK driving licence
Desirable but not essential:
* Project management qualification/experience.
* Knowledge of gas and electrical standards.
* Experience with Microsoft Project, Access, or NBS software.
* Understanding of issues affecting social landlords.
Why join?
* Competitive hourly rate of £20.82 per hour.
* Opportunity to transition into a permanent public sector role.
* Contribute to projects that improve housing and communities.
* Balanced mix of office and site-based work with autonomy to deliver meaningful improvements.
If you're looking for a role where you can make an impact, improve housing standards, and progress your surveying career in the public sector, we'd love to hear from you.
Job Types: Full-time, Temp to perm
Contract length: 3 months
Pay: £20.82 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Application question(s):
* Do you hold a BTEC HNC (or higher) in a building-related subject, or equivalent qualification?
* Do you have experience acting as a Contract Administrator under JCT contract conditions?
* Do you hold a full UK driving licence?
Work Location: In person