Surveying Manager

Job Title: Surveying Manager - Property Services
Location: South East London
Contract Type: Temporary
Day Rate: £500-£550 per day
Start Date: ASAP

About the Role:

We are currently working with a well-regarded local authority in South East London who are seeking an experienced Surveying Manager to join their Property Services team on a temporary basis. This is a key leadership role responsible for managing a team of surveyors and delivering high-quality property maintenance services across the council's housing stock.

The successful candidate will oversee responsive repairs, void works, planned maintenance, and ensure all works comply with regulatory and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of surveyors and technical officers within the housing repairs and maintenance division.

• Oversee the delivery of responsive repairs, voids, and planned maintenance programmes across the council's housing portfolio.

• Ensure effective contractor management, monitor KPIs and ensure works are delivered to time, cost, and quality targets.

• Uphold compliance with relevant health & safety legislation, building regulations, and internal council policies.

• Provide technical guidance on complex repair issues and contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives.

• Prepare reports, performance dashboards, and updates for senior management and elected members.

• Work closely with internal departments such as housing management, legal, procurement, and finance.

• Support budget monitoring and contribute to the planning and procurement of future capital works.

Key Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in a surveying management role within a local authority or similar public sector housing environment.

• In-depth knowledge of housing repairs, building safety, compliance regulations, and contract management.

• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to drive performance and service quality.

• Familiarity with relevant legislation including the Landlord and Tenant Act, HHSRS, CDM, and statutory compliance.

• Professionally qualified (HNC/HND or degree in Building Surveying or related field). MRICS/MCIOB is desirable but not essential.

• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and reporting skills.

• Proficient in the use of housing or asset management systems and Microsoft Office tools.

Contract Details:

• Location: South East London

• Rate: £500-£550 per day

• Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

Apply Now:

This is an exciting opportunity to step into a strategic role within a forward-thinking local authority. If you have the leadership skills, technical expertise, and public sector experience to hit the ground running, we'd love to hear from you.