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Our client is a small Supported Housing charity for Veterans. The charity has embarked on a Change Programme across its operations so it is an exciting time to join the business.
The Role:We are seeking a skilled and conscientious Building Surveyor with a strong background in day-to-day repairs, compliance and asset management to join our Property Services team. This role plays a vital part in ensuring housing stock remains safe, compliant, and fit for purpose — supporting our mission to provide veterans with secure, well-maintained homes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead on the delivery of all statutory and regulatory building compliance across property portfolio (e.g. fire safety, gas safety, electrical, water hygiene, asbestos). Along with current awareness of current regulations, statutory and legislative requirements
- Carry out condition surveys, pre, during and post, compliance audits, voids specifications and risk assessments to identify maintenance needs and capital investment priorities including regular stock checks and identify any relevant matters.
- Manage and monitor planned and cyclical maintenance programmes, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and compliance standards.
- Prepare and oversee specifications for works, manage contracts, and ensure high-quality, cost-effective delivery from external contractors.
- Provide technical advice and guidance to internal teams, residents, and senior leadership on building compliance and health & safety matters.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure all property-related documentation meets legal and regulatory requirements.
- Work closely with colleagues in across all departments to ensure a joined-up approach to resident safety and property care.
- Ability to prepare and interpret and scrutinise data and specifications schedules of work using bespoke or National/published Schedules of Rates/Works.
- Ability to operate with commercial acumen
About You:
- A qualified Building Surveyor with relevant professional credentials (e.g. RICS, CIOB, or equivalent experience).
- Strong knowledge of housing-related compliance and building safety regulations, including but not limited to, HHSRS, CDM 2015, Fire Safety Act, Building Safety Act.
- Experience working within the housing, supported housing, or social housing sectors preferred.
- Confident in managing multiple projects, budgets, and contractors while maintaining high compliance standards.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills — able to translate technical detail for non-technical colleagues.
- Passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable people and upholding the highest safety standards.
- Proficient use of IT Systems including Microsoft office suite with Intermediate Excel skills
Why Join?
- Make a lasting impact by improving homes for veterans
- Be part of a values-driven, supportive organisation
- Competitive salary and pension
- Generous annual leave and wellbeing initiatives
- Ongoing CPD and development opportunities
