Senior Surveying Manager

MMP Consultancy; Colne; On-site; GBP 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing association in Cambridgeshire is looking for an experienced Senior Surveying Manager (RICS) to lead a multi-disciplinary team. In this senior leadership position, you will oversee reactive maintenance, ensure compliance with regulations, and contribute to the asset management strategy. The ideal candidate will be RICS qualified with strong leadership experience and comprehensive knowledge of responsive repairs and disrepair legislation. This role offers a salary of £68,000 plus benefits and a chance for long-term career development.

Benefits

Benefits package

Long-term career development

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing teams and complex technical workloads.
• Extensive knowledge of damp and disrepair legislation.
• Strong leadership experience within housing environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a multi-disciplinary surveying team.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations.
• Contribute to the asset management strategy based on survey data.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of responsive repairs legislation

Education

RICS qualification

Job description

Title: Senior Surveying Manager (RICS)
Business: Housing Association
Salary: £68,000 + Benefits
Location: Cambridgeshire

Overview

A leading housing association in Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced Senior Surveying Manager (RICS) to lead and manage a multi‑disciplinary surveying function across its housing portfolio. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing reactive maintenance, including damp, mould and disrepair, while ensuring full regulatory compliance, high technical standards, and a strong resident‑focused service. You will manage and inspire a team of surveyors, provide expert technical guidance, and play a key role in supporting the organisation's wider asset management strategy.

Direct Reports

• 2 × Project Surveyors (Repairs)
• 2 × Damp, Mould & Disrepair Surveyors

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, mentoring and direction to a multi-disciplinary surveying team
• Set clear performance objectives, monitor delivery against KPIs, conduct one‑to‑ones and annual appraisals, and manage underperformance where required
• Plan and coordinate team workloads and resources to meet agreed service targets and deadlines
• Identify training needs and ensure the team maintains up-to-date knowledge of legislation, best practice, and industry standards
• Oversee and undertake complex building surveys, defect diagnosis, and condition assessments in line with RICS professional standards
• Lead the project management of major works when required, including preparation of specifications, tender documentation, cost appraisals, and contract administration through to final account
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, including HHSRS, Decent Homes Standard, Building Regulations, Planning, and CDM Regulations
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the asset management strategy, using survey data to inform long‑term investment and sustainability objectives (including PAS 2035 where applicable)
• Act as the key technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including residents, leaseholders, contractors, senior management, and legal advisors
• Manage complex and sensitive cases, including dispute resolution, mediation, and providing expert evidence where required
• Champion a customer‑centric approach, ensuring high levels of resident satisfaction and professional service delivery

About You

• RICS qualified (essential)
• Strong leadership experience within housing, social housing, or asset management environments
• Extensive knowledge of responsive repairs, damp & mould, and disrepair legislation
• Proven experience managing teams, performance, and complex technical workloads
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Confident operating in a regulatory‑driven, resident‑focused organisation

What's on Offer

• Salary of £68,000 + benefits
• Senior leadership role with strategic influence
• Opportunity to lead a critical service area within housing
• Long‑term career development within a values‑driven organisation