Surveyor - Contractor

A2Dominion Group; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company is seeking a Surveyor to oversee property conditions and ensure compliance with housing regulations. You will manage inspections, assess maintenance needs, and provide technical advice to improve residents' living conditions. Ideal candidates will have a technical background in surveying and experience with housing standards. A full UK driving licence is required for travel across various locations in London and the South East.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible working locations

Supportive company culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in housing regulations and safety standards.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations 2015.
• Experience with NHF Schedule of Rates for cost control.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the property portfolio through surveys and inspections.
• Diagnose and report damp and mould issues.
• Conduct property assessments for maintenance needs.

Skills

Technical expertise in surveying

Knowledge of damp and mould

Customer service

Communication skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent

HNC, degree or equivalent in Surveying or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Surveyor Location

Ealing / Mobile – Working across various locations in London and the South East.

Contract Type

Contractor (Ltd or Umbrella) – Duration: 3‑6 months initially, with potential to extend. Rate: Competitive day rate, dependent on experience and travel requirements.

DBS

Standard.

Help us keep our homes safe, sustainable and great places to live.

As a Surveyor in our Repairs & Maintenance team, you’ll use your technical expertise to protect the long‑term integrity of our housing portfolio. From tackling damp and disrepair to ensuring compliance and high‑quality standards, your work will directly improve the homes and lives of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the property portfolio through regular surveys and inspections.
• Diagnose and report damp and mould, including disrepair cases.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise the condition and performance of our homes.
• Conduct property assessments to identify maintenance needs, risks and opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to plan and schedule works.
• Ensure compliance with building codes, safety standards and regulatory requirements, staying informed on changes in legislation.
• Survey properties where residents request Aids & Adaptations or self‑funded home improvements.
• Ensure all projects are fully CDM compliant.
• Provide technical advice and produce reports, including expert witness services where required.
• Process out‑of‑contract requests, ensuring the right repairs solution is applied.
• Write specifications, manage tender processes, and ensure procurement policies are followed.
• Manage budgets and costs using NHF Schedule of Rates (M3NHF).
• Monitor expenditure and ensure cost‑effective solutions.
• Identify and manage risks across cost, programme and health & safety.
• Monitor contractor performance against KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Handle service recovery and investigate complaints to achieve high levels of customer satisfaction.

More About You

You’ll have a strong technical background in surveying, construction or property maintenance, with an eye for detail and a resident‑focused approach. You’ll bring:

• GCSEs (A‑C) in Maths and English or equivalent.
• HNC, degree or equivalent in Surveying, Civil Engineering, Construction or a related field is desirable.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in housing regulations, building codes and safety standards.
• Strong knowledge and diagnostics of damp and mould, including experience with disrepair cases.
• Understanding of CDM Regulations 2015 and how they apply in housing.
• Knowledge of HHSRS and relevant legislation.
• Experience with NHF Schedule of Rates (M3NHF) for cost control.
• IT proficiency, including Microsoft Office, with the ability to produce clear technical reports.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with residents and stakeholders and resolve complaints effectively.
• A full clean UK driving licence and access to a car is essential.

If you’re proactive, technically skilled and passionate about maintaining safe, high‑quality homes, we’d love to hear from you.

Why A2Dominion?

At A2Dominion, we believe in providing homes that people love to live in. With social housing roots stretching back eight decades and over 38,000 properties under our management across London and Southern England, we’re proud to offer a variety of housing options and create vibrant, sustainable communities that enhance the lives of our residents.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible, and we guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria. Reasonable adjustments are available throughout the process – just contact our Resourcing Team.

We reserve the right to close this upon appointment of the right candidate.