Building Surveyor

Building Surveyor - Social Housing

Location: North London
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Building Surveyor to join our social housing team in North London. This is a key role responsible for the inspection, maintenance, and improvement of our housing stock, ensuring safe, compliant, and high-quality living environments for our residents.

Reporting to the Senior Property Manager, you will be instrumental in delivering responsive repairs, voids, planned maintenance, and improvement projects across a diverse property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct property inspections and building surveys across social housing stock in North London

• Diagnose defects, specify remedial works, and manage repairs through to completion

• Prepare schedules of work, tender documents, and cost estimates

• Oversee planned and cyclical maintenance programmes

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, health and safety, and building regulations

• Liaise with contractors, tenants, internal teams, and external consultants

• Monitor budgets and ensure cost-effective service delivery

• Support asset management strategies and stock condition surveys

• Manage refurbishment and improvement projects from inception to completion

• Provide technical advice and support to colleagues and stakeholders

Requirements

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying or a related field

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably within social housing

• Strong knowledge of building pathology, construction techniques, and housing standards

• Good understanding of relevant housing legislation and health & safety regulations

• Experience managing contractors and overseeing works on site

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills

• Proficiency in IT systems and surveying software

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

• Flexible working arrangements

• Supportive and inclusive working environment

• Ongoing professional development opportunities

If you are a motivated and solution-focused Building Surveyor with a passion for delivering high-quality housing services, we encourage you to apply and make a lasting impact in communities across North London.