Technical Building Operations Surveyor (TBOS)

Grifo Developments; Royal Tunbridge Wells; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive property development company based in Royal Tunbridge Wells is seeking a Technical Building Operations Surveyor to oversee building operations across various sites. You will manage statutory compliance, ensure efficient maintenance delivery, and control OPEX budgets. The ideal candidate has residential property operations experience, including managing compliance systems and contractor control. Flexible working options are available, along with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Flexible working up to 2 days/week remotely

25 days holiday plus public holidays

£500 PA towards accreditations

Free parking at Head Office

Annual eye test contribution

Qualifications

• Experience in residential property operations and compliance.
• Strong skills in managing budgets and improving cost efficiency.
• Ability to oversee maintenance and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage statutory compliance across various systems.
• Oversee reactive maintenance and monitor performance.
• Build and manage OPEX budgets.

Skills

Residential property operations experience

Compliance systems management

Building systems knowledge

OPEX budget management

Supplier and contract management

Organizational skills

Pragmatic communication

Education

Surveying or property qualification (RICS/CIOB/IWFM)

Job description

Technical Building Operations Surveyor (TBOS) | Based in Royal Tunbridge Wells with travel to South East sites (flexible working) | Full-time | £50,000-£60,000 + Bonus

Grifo Developments is a hands‑on, growing property development and operations business focused on delivering high‑quality residential portfolios across the South East. We specialise in Build‑to‑Rent, PRS, and mixed‑use residential assets, combining strategic development expertise with best‑in‑class operational management.

Our Operations Division ensures that every building we manage is safe, compliant, efficient, and delivers a consistently high standard of service for residents. We pride ourselves on balancing operational excellence with resident satisfaction, maintaining audit‑ready systems, and continuously improving through innovation, technology, and robust processes.

At Grifo, you'll join a close‑knit, collaborative team where your work has real ownership and visible impact. We value proactive thinking, practical solutions, and a culture of safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

What's in it for you?

• Join a hands‑on, growing development and operations business shaping best‑practice systems across a high‑quality residential portfolio
• Flexible working: up to 2 days/week remotely
• 25 days holiday + public holidays (increasing with service, capped at 30 + PH)
• £500 PA towards accreditations/professional memberships
• Free parking at Head Office
• Annual eye test + £50 contribution towards glasses
• Real ownership and visible impact in a tight‑knit Operations team

Are you the right person for the job?

• Strong residential property operations experience (Build‑to‑Rent / PRS preferred)
• Proven track record managing compliance systems and statutory programmes
• Solid knowledge of building systems, maintenance planning, and contractor control
• Experience managing OPEX budgets and driving cost and efficiency improvements
• Confident supplier and contract management skills, including tenders and renewals
• Highly organised, audit‑ready, and excellent at documentation
• Clear, pragmatic communication and solutions‑led mindset
• Surveying or property qualification (RICS / CIOB / IWFM) desirable

What will your role look like?

Building Operations & Compliance

• Manage statutory compliance across fire, water, lifts, gas, electrical, and more
• Maintain inspections, servicing, and certifications on time and fully documented
• Lead monthly compliance reviews and building condition audits

Maintenance Delivery

• Oversee reactive maintenance and SLA performance
• Design and manage PPM schedules and lifecycle planning
• Coordinate work with the in‑house Maintenance Operative and approved contractors

Commercial & Financial Management

• Build and manage OPEX budgets; monitor variances and gross‑to‑net leakage
• Align operational readiness with revenue goals during leasing periods

Supplier & Contract Governance

• Maintain supplier registers, monitor KPIs, and enforce corrective actions
• Lead tendering or contract renewal processes

Insurance & Risk Management

• Oversee operational insurance governance with broker support
• Maintain operational risk registers and business continuity plans

Handover & Data Management

• Lead operational mobilisation at Practical Completion
• Manage the Golden Thread as a live, auditable system

People & Culture

• Line manage, mentor, and performance‑manage the Maintenance Operative
• Promote a proactive, safety‑first culture across all sites

You will work closely with the MD, Resident Experience Manager, FD, EA, and suppliers to ensure buildings operate efficiently, safely, and deliver an excellent experience for residents.

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