Senior Building Surveyor - Repairs, Maintenance & Voids

Location: London portfolio, South London based office ??
Salary:£55,000 -£57,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Next Chapter Talent are proud to be partnering with a well-established property investment company in the search for a Senior Building Surveyor with proven experience in Repairs, Maintenance & Voids. This is a key role in driving the effective management, maintenance, and compliance across a substantial residential and commercial property portfolio (approx. 80% residential / 20% commercial split).

You’ll play a leading role in maintaining and enhancing property standards, delivering planned maintenance programmes, managing refurbishments, and ensuring health and safety compliance. If you’re passionate about property, highly organised, and looking for a role with impact and autonomy - this could be your next chapter.

?? Key Responsibilities

• Lead building surveys, property inspections, defect diagnosis, and specification writing for major works and refurbishments
• Oversee repairs, voids, and planned maintenance delivery, ensuring works are completed on time and within budget
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, schedules of works, and ensure compliance with statutory and contractual obligations
• Analyse survey data, maps, and legal documents to establish accurate boundaries and specifications
• Manage and monitor contractors, consultants, budgets, and project timelines
• Support insurance claims through technical assessments and liaising with loss adjusters
• Engage with residents, leaseholders, residents’ associations, and local authorities to communicate updates and manage stakeholder expectations
• Respond to Housing Act notices and manage grant applications where applicable
• Provide guidance to junior staff and support the Department Manager with escalated or strategic surveying matters
• Review and approve invoices, quotations, and order forms, ensuring accuracy and value for money

?? What You Bring

• Proven experience as a Building Surveyor focusing on residential repairs, maintenance, voids, and major works (ideally in a social housing or mixed-tenure environment)
• A strong understanding of construction methods, materials, and best practice across both traditional and modern builds
• Sound knowledge of Landlord & Tenant Acts, Housing Acts, Building Regulations, and Health & Safety legislation
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to prepare clear technical documentation
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, including residents, contractors, and colleagues
• Proficiency in IT systems, report writing, and familiarity with dictation tools
• A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to manage multiple projects independently
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle (essential)

?? What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary: £55,000 -£57,000
• Mileage reimbursement for business travel
• Additional holiday leave
• Sponsorship to support further industry qualifications
• Clear path for internal career progression
• Autonomy to manage your workload while making a meaningful impact

Please note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

If this opportunity aligns with your skills and experience, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Zara Benson at Next Chapter Talent to discuss the role in more detail.

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