Building Surveyor Manager (2 Positions)

Permanent | Full-Time | Hybrid Working (2 Days Onsite)
Grade 11 - £48,738 to £50,908 per annum

A large local authority is seeking two experienced Building Surveyor Managers to join its Property and Housing team. This is an excellent opportunity for building surveying professionals to lead the delivery of repairs, planned maintenance, capital programmes, and housing improvement projects across a substantial residential portfolio.

The Role

As a Building Surveyor Manager, you will lead a team of surveying professionals, managing maintenance programmes, capital projects, contractor performance, and compliance activities while ensuring high-quality services for residents.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and develop a team of Building Surveyors and technical staff
Deliver planned maintenance and capital investment programmes
Manage refurbishment and housing improvement projects from inception to completion
Provide expert advice on building defects, repairs, and construction matters
Oversee contractors, procurement activities, and contract performance
Ensure compliance with health and safety and statutory requirements
Manage budgets and build effective relationships with key stakeholders

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

A degree or professional qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, or a related discipline
At least 5 years' post-qualification experience within building surveying, maintenance, or construction
Experience managing teams and delivering complex projects
Strong contract management and stakeholder engagement skills
Knowledge of building maintenance, construction, procurement, and health and safety legislation
IOSH Managing Safely or an equivalent qualification

Desirable

Local Authority, Housing Association, or Social Housing experience
Professional body membership
Management qualification
NEBOSH certification or equivalent

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangements
Local Government Pension Scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Professional development opportunities
Supportive and flexible working environment

Additional Information

These are permanent, full-time positions with hybrid working and an expectation of two days onsite per week. The organisation is looking for successful candidates to start as soon as possible.

If you're an experienced Building Surveyor looking to step into a leadership role or build on existing management experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply with your CV to discuss the opportunity further.