Project Manager/Building Surveyor in KT22 7AB

Energy Jobline CVL; Leatherhead; Hybrid; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit housing organization in Surrey is looking for a Project Manager to lead decarbonisation and retrofit initiatives. The role involves managing budgets, contracts, and overseeing major projects to improve energy efficiency in social housing. Ideal candidates will have experience in project management, building pathology, and a commitment to social impact. This full-time position offers a salary between £52,000 and £58,000, along with benefits, and requires a hybrid working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering planned investment or retrofit projects.
• Experienced Building Surveyor or strong knowledge of building pathology.
• Compliance with Health & Safety, CDM Regulations and procurement legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and delivery of energy efficiency upgrades and wider property improvements.
• Oversee major works programmes, including internal refurbishments and building envelope enhancements.
• Drive sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives aligned with environmental targets.
• Manage budgets, procurement processes, and contractual relationships with external partners.

Skills

Project Management

Building Surveyor Experience

Sustainability Knowledge

Budget Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Project Manager Qualification (APM) or equivalent

Job description

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Project Manager – Social Housing

Surrey (Hybrid) £52,000 - £58,000 + Benefits | 37hrs | Full-time

Thomas Search are working on behalf of a not-for-profit housing organisation with deep roots in the community and a bold vision for the future. They support over 1,800 vulnerable people each year, helping individuals live independently and with dignity across Surrey, Berkshire, West Sussex, and South-West London.

They’re now seeking a Building Surveyor/Project Manager to take the lead on decarbonisation, retrofit, and planned capital investment across their housing stock – helping meet Net Zero ambitions while improving lives on the ground.

Why this role matters

This is about more than compliance or construction. It’s about homes that are warmer, safer, greener—and lives that are healthier and more hopeful. You’ll drive forward the Warm Homes Programme, managing upgrades from insulation to full-scale refurbishments, across kitchens, bathrooms, roofs, and more.
You'll also manage contracts, budgets, partners, and procurement—bringing strategy and execution together in service of people and place.

Day to day

• Lead the planning and delivery of energy efficiency upgrades and wider property improvements
• Oversee major works programmes, including internal refurbishments and building envelope enhancements
• Drive sustainability and carbon reduction initiatives aligned with environmental targets
• Manage budgets, procurement processes, and contractual relationships with external partners
• Balance strategic oversight with hands-on project delivery across a varied property portfolio
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations while exceeding stakeholder expectations
• Operate in a hybrid capacity with on-site presence required across multiple locations

What we’re looking for

• Proven experience delivering planned investment or retrofit projects
• Experienced Building Surveyor or strong knowledge of building pathology
• Project Manager Qualification (APM) or equivalent
• Compliance with Health & Safety, CDM Regulations and procurement legislation
• Strong knowledge of sustainability, energy efficiency, and asset management in social housing
• Confidence managing consultants, contractors, compliance, and funding bids
• Empathy and professionalism when working with stakeholders
• A commitment to social impact as well as technical excellence

This is your chance to play a central role in building a greener, fairer future for social housing.

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