Building Suveyor - NHF Sors

S Guest Consultancy Services Ltd; Sandwell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent construction firm in Sandwell seeks an experienced Building Surveyor to manage social housing projects. The role includes conducting site surveys, preparing estimates, and ensuring compliance with standards. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of NHF rates and excellent project management skills. Competitive and negotiable salary offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career progression opportunities

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally in a main contractor or social housing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates (NHF SoR) is essential.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys, inspections, and measurements for social housing projects.
• Prepare accurate schedules of works and cost estimates using the NHF Schedule of Rates.
• Oversee and manage repair, maintenance, and refurbishment contracts.

Skills

Building Surveyor experience

Knowledge of NHF Schedule of Rates

Technical skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Building Surveyor - Main Contractor (Social Housing Projects)

Location: Sandwell, West Midlands

Salary: £Negotiable (dependent on experience)

About the Role

Our client, a well-established main contractor operating across the West Midlands, is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join their team. The successful candidate will play a key role in the delivery of social housing maintenance and refurbishment projects within the Sandwell area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven and detail-oriented surveyor with a strong understanding of the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates (NHF SoR) to contribute to a respected and growing business.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed site surveys, inspections, and measurements for social housing projects.
• Prepare accurate schedules of works and cost estimates using the NHF Schedule of Rates.
• Oversee and manage repair, maintenance, and refurbishment contracts from inception to completion.
• Liaise with clients, tenants, subcontractors, and internal teams to ensure high-quality delivery.
• Prepare reports, valuations, and progress updates for stakeholders.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety regulations and contractual standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally within a main contractor or social housing environment.
• Strong working knowledge of the National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates (NHF SoR) is essential.
• Excellent technical, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Full UK driving licence and to a vehicle.

What's on Offer

• Competitive and negotiable salary package.
• Opportunity to work with a respected main contractor with a strong pipeline of social housing work.
• Supportive team environment with long-term career progression opportunities.