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Annual Salary: £42,000 plus car allowance

Location: Home-based, covering East Midlands, South East, and Home Counties

Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a newly qualified Regional Project Surveyor to manage and oversee the maintenance and improvement of 100 properties across the East Midlands, South East, and Home Counties. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in building surveying, eager to apply their skills in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will ensure our housing stock is well‑maintained, safe, and secure, playing a crucial role in asset management and statutory compliance.

The client is a not‑for‑profit support provider and housing association that supports autistic people and people with learning disabilities.

• Manage a variety of planned maintenance and improvement projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered within budget and agreed timescales.
• Conduct Stock Condition Surveys and inspections to identify necessary repairs and improvements.
• Monitor and manage performance and delivery, striving towards service improvement and tenant satisfaction.
• Develop and enhance data collection processes and ensure effective communication within the team.
• Procure and manage contractors, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and health and safety standards.
• Accurately record and manage electronic Stock Condition data.
• Monitor project progress, track costs, and report on performance.
• Liaise effectively with residents, stakeholders, and internal teams to ensure high standards of work and resident satisfaction.
• Travel regularly to conduct site visits and property inspections.

• Experience in Surveying, Contract Management or a Trade discipline.
• Proven experience in project management within the social housing sector or a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of building regulations, health and safety legislation, and contract administration.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building strong relationships.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise effectively.
• Experience in conducting Stock Condition surveys and other building inspections.
• Proficiency in IT and strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.

• Competitive salary of £42,000 plus car allowance.
• Mileage reimbursement for travel.
• Opportunity to work from home, with travel requirements managing your own diary.
• Flexible working 37.5 hours per week, with excellent work‑life balance.

To apply for this Regional Project Surveyor position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.