Building Surveyor

Senior Building Surveyor – Norfolk – Housing Association
£49,860 + Car Allowance
37 Hours per Week
Permanent

An established Housing Association in Norfolk is looking to recruit a Senior Building Surveyor to join their Asset Management team on a permanent basis. This role will lead a team of surveyors delivering condition surveys, responsive repair inspections, and disrepair investigations across the organisation’s housing portfolio.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveying professional with strong technical knowledge and leadership skills to play a key role in improving housing standards and resolving complex property issues.

Overview of the role The Senior Disrepair Surveyor will oversee a team responsible for condition surveys, defect diagnosis, and responsive repairs inspections. The role will also support legal disrepair cases, ensuring accurate technical assessments and clear repair specifications to help resolve cases effectively.

You will work closely with the Asset Management team, contractors, and residents to ensure works are delivered safely, compliantly, and to a high standard, while contributing to long-term asset planning and data accuracy across the housing stock.

Responsibilities

Lead, manage and develop a team of surveyors delivering inspections and condition surveys
Oversee the delivery of the rolling stock condition survey programme
Diagnose building defects including damp, mould, and structural issues
Provide technical oversight of responsive repairs surveys and repair specifications
Undertake inspections relating to housing disrepair cases and prepare schedules of works
Ensure asset data is accurate and maintained to support long-term investment planning
Carry out pre, in-progress and post inspections to ensure quality and compliance
Liaise with tenants, contractors and internal teams to coordinate works and resolve issues
Monitor contractor performance and ensure value for money
Ensure compliance with health & safety, building regulations and housing legislation

Requirements

Degree, HNC, or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying or similar
Significant experience in residential surveying within social housing or a similar environment
Strong knowledge of building construction, defects and repairs diagnostics
Experience dealing with housing disrepair cases and property inspections
Previous experience supervising or managing technical staff or surveyors
Knowledge of housing compliance areas such as HHSRS, damp & mould, fire safety and asbestos
Strong communication skills and ability to work with residents and contractors
Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

Contact: James Glover at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed)
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