Building Maintenance Surveyor

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Ensure responsive repairs, new build handovers, and housing asset improvement works are delivered to a high standard, meeting quality, safety, and customer satisfaction expectations. Monitor contractor performance, support service delivery, and contribute to the effective management of housing assets and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct post-inspections of responsive repair works to ensure compliance with specifications, health and safety requirements, and contract standards.
  


• Inspect and sign off new build property handovers, ensuring homes are completed free from defects.
  


• Monitor the quality and fire safety standards of fibre optic broadband and mobile phone mast installations within housing stock.
  


• Supervise contractors and consultants on site to ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards.
  


• Work closely with residents, resident groups, elected members, contractors, and internal stakeholders to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
  


• Liaise with Repairs and Investment teams and other Council departments to support the procurement and delivery of maintenance and investment programmes.
  


• Support the achievement of service objectives, key performance indicators (KPIs), and continuous improvement initiatives.
  


• Deputise for the Quality and Performance Manager when required.
  

Requirements

• Experience in building maintenance surveying, property inspection, or housing asset management.
  


• Strong knowledge of building construction, responsive repairs, planned maintenance, and health and safety regulations.
  


• Experience supervising contractors and monitoring quality standards.
  


• Ability to identify defects, assess workmanship, and ensure compliance with specifications and contractual requirements.
  


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  


• Relevant qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, or a related discipline is desirable.
  

Additional Information

• Hours per Week: 35 Hours
  


• Location: Royal Borough of Greenwich (Site-based within the housing portfolio (travel required))
  


• Bi-Weekly Payments