Project Surveyor

Insight Executive Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization in North London is seeking a Capital Small Works Surveyor to manage high-value projects. Responsibilities include developing project scopes, managing contractors, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Building Surveying and strong project management skills. A full UK driving licence is also required due to travel between North London and Berkshire sites. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to meaningful community work with a well-established charity.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying or related field.
• Newly qualified or working towards MRICS/MCIOB status.
• Previous experience in delivering or supporting small works or refurbishment projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of building construction and refurbishment.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Develop and write scopes of works for small capital projects.
• Obtain competitive quotes from approved contractors.
• Instruct and manage contractors to ensure delivery to specifications.
• Undertake site inspections and oversee works to completion.
• Provide weekly progress reports to the Assistant Director of Property and Facilities.

Skills

Building Surveying

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or related field

MRICS/MCIOB status

Job description

Role Overview

Insight Executive Group are supporting a Charity in North London and Berkshire in appointing a Capital Small Works Surveyor within their team.

The charity is well‑established, committed to providing vital support and services across North London and Berkshire. As part of their continued investment in improving our estate, they are delivering a high‑volume capital programme of small works totalling over £1.5 million.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and write clear scopes of works for small capital projects, typically up to £100k in value.
• Obtain competitive quotes from approved contractors in line with procurement policy.
• Instruct and manage contractors, ensuring delivery to agreed specifications, timelines, and budgets.
• Undertake regular site inspections and oversee works through to completion.
• Sign off completed works and ensure compliance with health and safety and statutory requirements.
• Provide accurate weekly progress reports with detailed analysis for items such as quotes against budgets to the Assistant Director of Property and Facilities.
• Maintain project documentation and assist in updating property records and asset data.
• Build positive working relationships with internal stakeholders and site‑based teams.
• Monitor & report all spending against budget and ensuring value for money.
• Prepare annual budgets for Capital works and back‑log maintenance with cash‑flow projections.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying or related field.
• Newly qualified or working towards MRICS/MCIOB status.
• Previous experience in delivering or supporting high‑volume small works or refurbishment projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of building construction and refurbishment.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach with a strong eye for detail.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel with own transport, regularly between North London and Berkshire sites.
• Head Office building management.

Desirable:

• Experience of working in the charity, public, or social housing sectors.
• Knowledge of CDM 2015 Regulations and statutory compliance.
• Newly qualified or working towards MRICS/MCIOB status.

If you ar interested, please send a CV for a further discussion