We’re Hiring: Contract Surveyor at Progress Housing Group Department: Property Services Salary: £43,758 - £45,300 Location: Leyland - covering North West Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Join Our Legacy of Change and Community. At Progress Housing Group, we’re more than just homes-we’re a community. With 900 passionate colleagues, we’re committed to making a difference every day, supporting people to live independently and thrive. We’re now looking for an experienced Contract Surveyor to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality, cost-effective planned investment works and maintenance services across our diverse property portfolio. About the Role As a Contract Surveyor, you’ll lead operational activities relating to the procurement, oversight, and performance monitoring of contractors appointed by the Group. You’ll ensure repairs, planned and cyclical maintenance programmes, and ad hoc projects are delivered on time, within agreed budgets, and to the highest standards of customer satisfaction-while driving value for money and social value across all contracts. You’ll work closely with customers, contractors, and colleagues across the Group, providing technical advice and support where required. A key part of the role involves maintaining accurate stock condition data, promptly addressing hazards, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. What You’ll Be Doing Managing procurement and performance monitoring of contractors. Overseeing planned investment works and maintenance services across general needs, independent living, Progress Living, and Reside with Progress properties. Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high standards of customer satisfaction. Maintaining accurate stock condition data and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Driving value for money and social value across all contracts. What We Are Looking For We are looking for a someone who possesses: Strong experience in contract management and property maintenance. Excellent knowledge of compliance, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to manage budgets and monitor contractor performance. Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to challenge and support contractors effectively. Full UK Driver License and use of your own vehicle. Flexibility to travel nationally as required. To Help You in Your New Role We believe in setting you up for success from day one. That’s why we provide everything you need to do your job safely, efficiently, and to the highest standard, including: Essential Tools & Equipment - Provided to help you work effectively. Uniform & PPE - So you’re ready for the job from day one. Overnight Allowance - If you have an overnight stay away, we will pay for meals and breakfasts as well as you accommodation. Career Development - Access to training and clear progression opportunities. Supportive Team Culture - You’ll join a friendly, collaborative team where your ideas matter. Job Security - Be part of a stable, growing company that invests in its people and future. Why Progress? Because we’re people-focused, genuine, and forward-thinking. We care deeply about our colleagues and communities, and we’ll support you to grow in a role that really matters. Our Values: We are people-focused - we treat everyone fairly and understand the diverse needs of our customers and colleagues. We are forward-thinking - we search for and implement innovative solutions to overcome challenges. We are genuine - we are open, honest, and energetic in all that we do. We are expert - we use our knowledge and expertise to provide the best possible service. We are collaborative - we work together with partners, tenants, and communities to achieve more. How to Apply Click Apply Now, upload your CV, and complete our short application. Be sure to include a supporting statement that highlights why you’re a great fit for this role. Please note : In line with our core value of being Genuine, we discourage the use of AI tools when preparing applications or supporting statements. We are committed to building an authentic and values-led workforce, and will prioritise applications that clearly reflect personal effort and originality. Closing date : Tuesday 20th January 2026 Interview date : 28 th and 29 th January 2026 We welcome applications from everyone, especially from underrepresented groups. Inclusion matters here.