Stock Condition Surveying Manager

1st Select; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing property consultancy is seeking a Survey Manager to lead survey teams, manage quality and accuracy of Stock Condition Surveys, and support data collection efforts. This role is crucial for delivering various housing consultancy projects and requires strong experience within the sector, including team management and familiarity with housing compliance standards. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and attention to detail, making this a rewarding position focused on enhancing housing quality.

Qualifications

• Strong experience delivering Stock Condition Surveys.
• Good working knowledge of HHSRS (all 29 hazards).
• Proven experience managing surveyors or field teams.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating surveyors carrying out fieldwork.
• Briefing survey teams and overseeing day-to-day site activity.
• Providing technical guidance and ongoing support to surveyors.

Skills

Stock Condition Surveys

HHSRS knowledge

Communication skills

Team management

Data capture systems

Education

DEA qualification

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Stock Condition Manager or Senior Surveyor looking for your next role? We are currently working with a growing property and housing consultancy delivering Stock Condition Surveys, EPCs, and wider housing compliance services for housing associations and local authorities. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Survey Manager to oversee survey teams, manage field delivery, and ensure the quality and accuracy of data captured on site. This role is central to the successful delivery of multiple housing consultancy projects and would suit someone with a strong background in stock condition surveying, validation, and team leadership.

Responsibilities

• Managing and coordinating surveyors carrying out fieldwork
• Briefing survey teams and overseeing day-to-day site activity
• Running pilot surveys ahead of full project rollout
• Providing technical guidance and ongoing support to surveyors
• Carrying out re-inspections, accompanied visits, and on-site QA checks
• Supporting the setup and testing of handheld devices and survey systems
• Working closely with data analysts to ensure accurate reporting and outputs
• Acting as the main point of contact for clients and survey teams
• Attending meetings and handling delivery or quality issues professionally
• Undertaking stock condition surveys and energy assessments where required

Key requirements

• Strong experience delivering Stock Condition Surveys
• Good working knowledge of HHSRS (all 29 hazards)
• Understanding of Awaab's Law and damp and mould compliance
• Proven experience managing surveyors or field teams
• Confident using handheld / mobile data capture systems and Excel
• High attention to detail with strong communication skills

Desirable (but not essential)

• DEA qualification

This is an excellent opportunity to join a consultancy with a strong pipeline of work, offering a hands-on role focused on improving housing quality and compliance. If this role is of interest, please get in touch to discuss further.