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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Surveyor to join our team on behalf of a Housing Association in Wiltshire/Hampshire. In this key role, you will be responsible for leading a team of qualified surveyors while ensuring the delivery of a "safety first" culture and providing high-quality, affordable, and customer-focused property management services.

You will play a vital role in the successful delivery of planned and reactive maintenance services across a broad geographical area, overseeing all technical surveying activities, contract management, and legislative compliance.

The salary is £48,065 per annum on a permanent basis with the candidate ideally starting as soon as possible.
Key Accountabilities:

• Lead the surveying team to ensure the highest quality of maintenance services, delivering value, performance standards, and best practices.
• Provide leadership and oversight for planned maintenance, minor works, refurbishment, and void surveying activities across your portfolio.
• Conduct domestic and commercial building surveys, advising on construction defects, dilapidations, disrepair, and cost-effective solutions for remedial work.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislative frameworks (e.g., Building Regulations, Party Wall Act, HHSRS) and act as an expert advisor to colleagues on regulatory matters.
• Manage contractor performance and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring high standards in all areas of service delivery.
• Provide guidance, training, and leadership to colleagues, focusing on technical surveying and best practices in building repair techniques and procurement.
• Oversee contract management, ensuring all work is completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
• Produce accurate management reports for internal and external stakeholders, working closely with the finance team on portfolio budgets.
• Ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations and undertake risk assessments to mitigate potential hazards.

Experience and Qualifications:

• HNC or higher qualification in Building, Surveying, Planning, or a similar technical field.
• RICS or CIOB membership is desirable.
• Proven experience in contract administration, including financial management processes and overseeing maintenance/improvement programmes.
• Experience in conducting structural surveys and preparing reports.
• Strong knowledge of Health and Safety legislation relevant to the building and construction sector, including CDM regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, including staff management, performance management, and fostering a customer-oriented approach.
• Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines while adhering to performance and budget targets.
• Strong IT skills with proficiency in Microsoft products.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the local area.

Job Title: Planned Works Surveyor
Location: Wiltshire
Reports to: Principal Surveyor
Salary: Circa £41k

Role Purpose:
We are seeking an experienced Surveyor to manage a portfolio of properties, overseeing a planned maintenance programme and delivering high-quality surveying and contract management services across the Wiltshire region. This role will involve working on planned maintenance, minor works, refurbishment projects, repairs, and health & safety tasks, ensuring customer satisfaction and compliance with industry regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the surveying and contract administration for planned maintenance and major works.
• Conduct surveys on repairs, void properties, and communal areas, ensuring works are completed to standard.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including contractors and neighbourhood officers.
• Administer contracts, manage budgets, and ensure expenditure is within limits.
• Monitor health and safety standards, ensuring the wellbeing of customers and contractors.

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant qualification in Construction or Surveying.
• Experience in surveying and contract management, preferably within the social housing sector.
• Strong understanding of health and safety regulations and building maintenance standards.
• Budget management experience (c. £500k).
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel within the local area.