Major Works Surveyor

Interim Major Works Surveyor

Surrey Housing Association | Hybrid Working | Up to £375 per day

A Surrey-based Housing Association is looking to appoint an experienced Interim Major Works Surveyor to join their property team on a hybrid basis.

This role is ideal for a surveyor with a strong background in managing complex repairs and building defects from inception through to completion. The successful candidate will take ownership of technically challenging cases, oversee contractors, manage budgets and variations, and ensure works are delivered safely, efficiently and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities

Manage complex repair projects from diagnosis through to completion.
Investigate and specify remedial works relating to:
Structural defects
Significant water ingress
Roofing and drainage failures
Subsidence
Insurance-related repairs
Decants and complex multi-trade works
Procure and instruct contractors.
Oversee project delivery, cost control and variation management.
Monitor quality, compliance and customer satisfaction throughout the lifecycle of each project.

About You

Proven experience delivering complex repairs and major works within social housing, local authority or housing association environments.
Strong technical surveying knowledge and defect diagnosis skills.
Experience preparing specifications, managing contractors and controlling project budgets.
Ability to manage multiple projects independently and hit the ground running.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

Details

Rate: Up to £375 per day
Location: Surrey
Working Pattern: Hybrid
Contract: InterimIf you're an experienced surveyor looking for your next contract opportunity and have a track record of delivering complex repairs projects end-to-end, we'd love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed