Social Housing Surveyor: Major Projects & Maintenance

Goodman Masson; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Goodman Masson is recruiting a Surveyor (Social Housing) in the Cheltenham area to lead planned maintenance and major property improvement schemes, ensuring investment is delivered on time and to a high standard.

You will manage external contractors, monitor budgets, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with housing legislation and safety requirements, contributing to the long‑term condition of the housing stock and resident experience.

Qualifications

• Background in asset management or planned maintenance within social housing.
• Experience managing contractors and investment programmes.
• Understanding of building construction and property maintenance.
• Knowledge of housing legislation and safety standards.
• Experience managing project budgets and costs.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and make informed decisions.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Relevant qualification would be advantageous.
• Professional membership beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of major property improvement schemes from planning to completion.
• Manage external contractors and consultants to meet specifications, budgets, deadlines and quality.
• Provide technical guidance on building-related issues and remediation solutions.
• Ensure works comply with legislation, safety requirements and housing standards.
• Oversee financial management across programmes, including budget control and forecasting.
• Support tender processes and appoint contractors.
• Review property data to identify investment priorities and maintenance strategy.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve processes and resident experience.

Skills

Contractor management

Budget control

Project management

Communication

Negotiation

Building surveying

Education

Related qualification in Building Surveying/Construction/Housing/Asset Management

Job description

Goodman Masson is recruiting a Surveyor (Social Housing) in the Cheltenham area to lead planned maintenance and major property improvement schemes, ensuring investment is delivered on time and to a high standard.

You will manage external contractors, monitor budgets, provide technical guidance, and ensure compliance with housing legislation and safety requirements, contributing to the long‑term condition of the housing stock and resident experience.