Building Surveyor - Social Housing
Location: North London & Surrounding Areas
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum + Benefits
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
About the Role
We're working in partnership with a leading housing provider to recruit an experienced Building Surveyor to join their property team, covering North London and the surrounding areas.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional surveyor who thrives in a varied role-combining technical surveying expertise with a customer-focused approach to asset management and maintenance in the social housing sector.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering a broad range of surveying services including planned maintenance, reactive repairs, disrepair inspections, voids, and project management of refurbishment works.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out detailed inspections of housing stock to diagnose building defects, prepare reports, and recommend remedial works.
* Manage and oversee repairs, planned maintenance, and improvement projects from inception through to completion.
* Prepare specifications, tender documentation, and cost estimates in line with company standards and compliance requirements.
* Liaise with residents, contractors, and internal teams to ensure high-quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
* Monitor contractor performance, quality of work, and adherence to health & safety regulations.
* Undertake condition surveys and contribute to asset management planning and lifecycle costing.
* Support the delivery of capital investment programmes and sustainability initiatives.
About You
* Qualified to degree level in Building Surveying or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).
* MRICS or MCIOB accreditation desirable (or working towards).
* Proven experience in building surveying within the social housing or public sector environment.
* Strong knowledge of building pathology, construction methods, and current legislation.
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a proactive, solution-focused approach.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle required.
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of £50,000 - £55,000, dependent on experience.
* Generous benefits package including pension, annual leave, mileage allowance, and flexible working options.
* Opportunity to work with a reputable housing provider committed to quality homes and community improvement.
How to Apply
If you're an experienced Building Surveyor looking to take the next step in your career within a respected social housing organisation, we'd love to hear from you.
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