Building Surveyor

Job description

Building Surveyor – Homes, Communities & Real Impact

Salary: £46K + excellent benefits

If you’re a surveyor who cares about doing the right thing in people’s homes, this is a role where your experience genuinely matters.

We’re working with a forward-thinking, resident-focused social housing organisation looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to help raise standards, and shape safer homes across the portfolio.

Chartership (MRICS) is welcome but not essential – what matters most is your experience, professional credibility, and strong technical foundation. Applications from MCIOB professionals and those with a degree in Building Surveying or Construction, HND or HNC on Building surveying , or a construction management related are actively encouraged.

The role

This is trusted position. You’ll take ownership, providing clear technical knowledge and practical solutions, overseeing damp and mold and disrepair.

You’ll be:

• Taking inspections, diagnosing building defects and disrepair, and specifying robust, value-for-money remedial works
• Reviewing, approving and overseeing Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) works to ensure accessibility and quality outcomes
• Working closely with, asset management, repairs teams

What we’re looking for

• A degree in Building Surveying, Construction or a related discipline is ideal but not essential
• HNC and HND in Surveying or construction related discipline
• Experience within social housing, local authority or a related property environment
• understanding of building pathology, disrepair, H&S and CDM regs
• Confidence dealing with residents, contractors, legal teams and internal stakeholders
• Full UK driving licence (regional travel required)

Why this role?

This is a chance to step into a senior role where your judgement is trusted, your voice is heard, and your work directly improves people’s lives. You’ll be supported by a collaborative team and given the scope to make lasting change and enable persoanl development to senior levels — not just tick boxes.

Apply now if you want a surveying role with purpose, enables autonomy, support and real social value.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

28-01-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English