We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association based in the East of England, who are recruiting for an Asset Surveyor on a permanent basis.

The start date is dependent upon the successful candidates notice period. The salary is circa £42,000 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role either as an Asset or Building Surveyor working in the public sector.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Carrying out stock condition, maintenance, and compliance surveys across domestic and commercial properties to support the Asset Management Strategy

• Conducting detailed defect analysis and investigatory inspections, diagnosing building issues such as damp, mould, disrepair, and structural defects, and advising on remediation options and costs

• Preparing specifications, tender documents, and scaled drawings (using AutoCAD or similar) to support the delivery of capital and planned maintenance works

• Administering contracts and contractor performance, including managing JCT Minor Works contracts, valuations, certifications, and compliance with agreed standards

• Managing planned and reactive maintenance programmes, ensuring timely delivery, quality workmanship, and tenant satisfaction

• Acting as the client under CDM Regulations, appointing and liaising with Principal Designers, reviewing Construction Phase Plans, and ensuring all statutory requirements are met

• Carrying out measured surveys and producing accurate floor plans to support property transactions, adaptations, and right-to-purchase applications

• Liaising with consultants, contractors, landlords, and regulatory bodies to facilitate permissions, approvals, and technical compliance

• Monitoring and analysing contractor performance, ensuring works deliver value for money, compliance, and high standards of health and safety

• Contributing to policy, procedure, and service development, promoting innovation, continuous improvement, and a strong customer-focused approach

Experience required:

• Minimum three years' experience working as a Building or Asset Surveyor within housing, property, or construction

• Proven experience in contract administration and site supervision/inspection, including management of contractors and external consultants

• Experience in preparing and delivering planned maintenance programmes and capital project works

• Demonstrated ability to write accurate specifications, produce scaled working drawings, and prepare tender documentation for building and maintenance projects

• Experience in carrying out stock condition surveys, defect analysis, and HHSRS (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) assessments, particularly relating to damp and mould

• Knowledge and experience of JCT Contracts (Minor Works, Intermediate, or Measured Term) and their administration

• Experience in estimating building works costs using Schedule of Rates (SORs)

• Proven track record of managing contractors, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with health and safety, CDM, and building regulations

• Experience working with CAD software (such as AutoCAD) for preparing drawings and plans

• Familiarity with surveying technology and property management systems for recording data, preparing reports, and maintaining accurate records

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Carrying out property surveys, defect analysis, and HHSRS assessments, diagnosing issues such as damp, mould, and structural defects

• Preparing specifications, scaled drawings, tender documents, and cost estimates using SORs to support maintenance and capital projects

• Managing contracts and contractors, including JCT administration, valuations, certifications, and monitoring performance

• Applying knowledge of building construction, maintenance techniques, legislation, and health & safety regulations to ensure compliant and safe project delivery

• Demonstrating strong communication, customer-focused, and problem-solving skills, including liaising with stakeholders, tenants, and regulatory bodies

Working hours:

• 37.5 hours per week

• Monday - Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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