Building Surveyor

Michael Page; Tyseley; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A large not-for-profit organization is seeking a Building Surveyor to manage property investments and repair services across multiple sites. The role involves conducting inspections, overseeing maintenance programs, and collaborating with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality service delivery. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years' experience in the housing sector and excellent project management skills. Benefits include a competitive pension scheme, health support, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Health and wellbeing support

Work-life balance perks

Discounts and rewards

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience managing property activities within the housing sector.
• Proven success in delivering maintenance and planned investment programmes.
• Experience managing reactive maintenance and capital investment projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage property investment and inspection across 20-40 sites.
• Conduct regular inspections including Stock Condition and Asbestos.
• Collaborate with contractors to deliver value-for-money services.

Skills

Building pathology knowledge

Stakeholder engagement skills

Analytical mindset

Project management

Problem-solving approach

Education

Working towards MRICS or MCIOB qualification

Job description

The role involves surveying and managing property investment, inspection, and repair services across a portfolio of 20-40 sites, ensuring buildings are safe, compliant, and well‑maintained. It combines technical expertise, financial oversight, and stakeholder collaboration to deliver value‑for‑money projects that support housing and care operations.

Client Details

You will be working as a surveyor for a large not‑for‑profit organisation that provides housing and care services for older people across England. They operate a substantial property portfolio and are focused on delivering safe, high‑quality, and compliant homes through strategic investment and collaborative service delivery.

Description

• Manage property investment, inspection, and repair services across a portfolio of 20-40 sites.
• Lead delivery of planned and reactive maintenance programmes, ensuring compliance and cost‑effectiveness.
• Conduct regular inspections including Stock Condition, MOT, and Asbestos re‑inspections.
• Collaborate with contractors and internal teams to deliver high‑quality, value‑for‑money services.
• Work closely with quantity surveyors to ensure accurate financial forecasting and contract management.
• Identify and implement cost‑saving opportunities across the property portfolio.
• Produce performance, delivery, and financial reports to support strategic decision‑making.
• Support housing and care operations to minimise disruption and meet operational needs.
• Participate in an out‑of‑hours duty rota when required.
• Operate with autonomy within agreed budgets and strategic frameworks.
• Influence financial performance through effective project delivery and cost control.
• Maintain strong stakeholder relationships to ensure smooth service delivery and resident satisfaction.

Typical Building Surveyor responsibilities Profile

• Minimum 3 years' experience managing property activities within the housing sector.
• Proven success in delivering maintenance and planned investment programmes, either client‑side or contractor‑side.
• Strong knowledge of building pathology and experience resolving related issues.
• Experience managing reactive maintenance, compliance services, and capital investment projects.
• Ability to act as Principal Designer under CDM Regulations (desirable).
• Excellent planning and prioritisation skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial and operational data to inform decisions.
• Creative and pragmatic problem‑solving approach.
• Working towards MRICS or MCIOB qualification (desirable).
• Resilient, professional, and responsive under pressure.
• Committed to continuous learning and personal development.
• Building Surveyor experience withing social housing or care sector.

Job Offer

• Competitive pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions and life assurance.
• Health and wellbeing support, including 24/7 remote GP access, mental health care, and virtual physio.
• Flexible financial tools, such as early wage access, financial coaching, and salary advance options.
• Work‑life balance perks, including the ability to buy/sell annual leave and flexible working arrangements.
• Discounts and rewards, covering shopping, travel, gym memberships, and mobile phone plans.