Building Surveyor

Michael Page Property and Construction

This role is a great opportunity for a Surveyor to take ownership of major capital investment projects across a diverse housing portfolio. You’ll shape long-term asset strategy, manage large-scale contracts, and ensure homes meet modern regulatory and safety standards.

Client Details

Our client is a high-performing, community-focused social housing organisation with a strong reputation for delivering safe, modern, sustainable homes. Their asset team is known for excellent technical standards, collaborative culture, and long-term investment planning that genuinely improves resident’s lives.

Description

• Lead and manage high-value planned programmes and component replacement projects.
• Ensure all properties consistently meet Decent Homes and statutory compliance standards.
• Oversee day-to-day commercial, contractual and operational management of major suppliers.
• Act as Contract Manager/Client Representative for partnering contracts.
• Inspect contractor works, track performance and drive continuous improvement.
• Take responsibility for capital budget management, forecasting, cashflow and reporting.
• Support procurement activity in line with best value and organisational strategy.
• Contribute to the Annual Investment Programme and wider asset management strategy.
• Maintain accurate and compliant asset data across systems and databases.
• Produce performance reports and improvement recommendations.
• Build strong relationships with internal/external partners to support efficient delivery.
• Drive problem-solving, service improvement and collaborative working across teams.

Profile

• Significant experience in asset management, surveying or property investment within housing or similar environments.
• Proven success managing capital programmes, contracts and budgets.
• A relevant technical qualification
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to analyse complex data and make sound, evidence-based decisions.
• Competence in technical property issues, compliance and building standards.
• A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Flexibility, initiative, and a problem-solving approach.

Job Offer

• Hybrid working with autonomy and trust
• Opportunity to lead major, high-profile investment programmes
• Support to develop professionally (chartership, training, CPD)
• A stable, long-term role with social purpose and job satisfaction
• Modern systems, supportive team culture, and excellent leadership
• Work that directly improves homes, communities, and resident wellbeing