Capital Works Surveyor

Service Care Solutions; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A housing solutions provider in England is seeking a Capital Works Surveyor to support planned improvements across 5,200 homes. The role involves managing contracts, conducting site inspections, and ensuring compliance with housing standards. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Building Surveying or relevant experience, strong knowledge of social housing regulations, and a customer-focused attitude. This interim contract offers 37 hours per week with a competitive pay rate.

Qualifications

• Degree or HND in Building Surveying, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of social housing standards and landlord responsibilities.
• Experience with CDM Regulations and Health & Safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver contract management and quality assurance across planned works.
• Support improvement workstreams including kitchens and bathrooms.
• Conduct site inspections and monitor health & safety compliance.

Skills

Customer-focused approach

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of social housing standards

Contract management experience

Quality assurance

Education

Degree or HND in Building Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Capital Works Surveyor - Housing Kitchen and Bathroom

60.00 Umbrella / 45.00 PAYE (Inside IR35)

Bedfordshire

37 hours per week

Interim Contract

An interim opportunity has arisen within a Housing Directorate to support the delivery of planned improvements and major repairs across a housing stock of 5,200+ homes.

Working within the Planned Works Team and/or Repairs Service, the Housing Surveyor will play a key role in supporting the capital investment programme and major works delivery, ensuring homes are safe, compliant, and meet the Decent Homes Standard. The postholder will be customer-focused, embedding equality and diversity across all aspects of service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Deliver contract management and quality assurance across planned works and major repairs programmes
• Carry out site inspections, surveys, and scoping of works across occupied housing stock
• Support delivery of improvement workstreams including kitchens, bathrooms, roofing, windows, doors, and internal/external refurbishments
• Oversee major and complex repairs on behalf of the Repairs Service
• Ensure quality standards are met and value for money is achieved
• Liaise effectively with residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders
• Monitor health & safety compliance on site, including CDM requirements
• Report to Housing Property Team Leaders, providing technical and commercial input as required

Requirements

• Degree or HND in Building Surveying, Construction Management, or a related discipline orQualified by extensive relevant experience within housing, property services, or planned works delivery
• Strong knowledge of social housing standards including the Decent Homes Standard, HHSRS, and landlord statutory responsibilities
• Experience and/or working knowledge of CDM Regulations and Health & Safety
• Excellent communication skills with a strong customer-focused approach
• Proven experience in contract management and quality assurance within residential environments

Contact

James at Service Care Solutions

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