Property Surveyor

TN United Kingdom; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An ambitious company is seeking a dedicated Property Surveyor to enhance social housing. This full-time role involves conducting property surveys, managing projects, and ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the built environment and a solid understanding of project management. Join this innovative firm to contribute to creating vibrant communities while enjoying a range of benefits including flexible working, life assurance, and a supportive work culture. If you are passionate about housing and want to make a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Cycle to Work scheme

Staff Loans

Employee Assistance Programme

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Life Assurance

Flexible working arrangements

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with domestic dwellings from a technical management perspective.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation relevant to housing management.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out property surveys to identify repair solutions.
• Managing and resolving challenging projects while maintaining high customer satisfaction.

Skills

Building Diagnosis

Project Management

Health and Safety Legislation

Technical Management

Microsoft Office

Education

HNC/HND in a Construction-Related Field

Tools

Maintenance Management Software

Job description

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JOB TITLE:

Surveyor

LOCATION:

Yeovil, Somerset

SALARY:

Up to £46,200/annum DOE

The Employer:

We are looking to fill the role of a Property Surveyor within a housing environment. Our client is ambitious with a 5-year plan to create a sustainable future for social housing by building new homes and investing in existing ones to create vibrant, thriving communities.

The Role:

• Carrying out property surveys to identify repair solutions.
• Managing and resolving challenging projects while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Collaborating with contractors, clients, and in-house teams to maintain the housing stock to high standards.
• Preparing schedules of work and project management support, including quotations for minor and major works, with appropriate technical surveying expertise.
• Ensuring health and safety compliance across all projects, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence.
• Providing technical support to the legal department regarding disrepair or legal claims.

The Candidate will need:

• Extensive experience with domestic dwellings from a technical management perspective, with an understanding of the built environment.
• Good knowledge of building diagnosis and fault-finding.
• Understanding of health and safety legislation relevant to housing management and construction.
• Knowledge of project management, including developing specifications, contracts, and managing health and safety.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance management software.
• Full driving license and access to own transport or ability to travel efficiently to various locations.
• Qualification in a construction-related field (HNC/HND or equivalent).
• Membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (advantageous).

Summary:

This role is full-time and permanent, working 37 hours per week. An enhanced DBS check is required or already held.

Company Benefits:

• Cycle to Work scheme
• Staff Loans
• Employee Assistance Programme
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Life Assurance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Pension contributions

Interview:

The client aims to fill this position quickly. If interested, please send your CV promptly so we can arrange your interview. Contact Carol at RGB Recruitment, Exeter.