Housing Building Surveyor & Project Lead (Site-Based)

Milton-Keynes-Council; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great holiday benefits: 28 days + 4

Excellent pension (Local Government PS

Family friendly policies

Health cash plan and staff discounts

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

Milton Keynes City Council is recruiting a Building Surveyor – Housing to join our Housing Maintenance and Investment team. You will undertake a wide range of surveying and project management activities to ensure homes are safe, well-maintained and compliant.

This site-based role requires a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Interviews are scheduled for 7th October 2026 and we are committed to delivering high-quality housing services for residents.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Surveying with relevant post-qualification experience.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, fire safety and building regs.
• Able to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication with residents, contractors and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Undertake building surveying and project management duties for housing repairs, maintenance, improvements and disrepair projects across the housing portfolio.
• Inspect properties and diagnose maintenance, investment and improvement requirements for disrepair cases.
• Work closely with residents, leaseholders, contractors and colleagues to resolve issues and meet regulatory standards and timeframes.
• Monitor contractor performance and completed works for quality, value for money, compliance and timely delivery.
• Prepare clear technical reports, specifications, cost information and recommendations to support investment decisions.
• Manage programmes of work to ensure on-time delivery within budget and standards.

Education

Building Surveying degree

CIOB or RICS membership

Job description

Milton Keynes City Council is recruiting a Building Surveyor – Housing to join our Housing Maintenance and Investment team. You will undertake a wide range of surveying and project management activities to ensure homes are safe, well-maintained and compliant.

This site-based role requires a full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Interviews are scheduled for 7th October 2026 and we are committed to delivering high-quality housing services for residents.