Surveyor

Ackerman Pierce Ltd

Property Surveyor – Full-Time Position
Location: Office-based, working across the city as required by the service
Hours: Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week (9 AM – 5 PM)
Rate: 300 per day (Umbrella)
Reporting To: Senior Property Surveyor

Are you a detail-oriented and experienced Property Surveyor ready to make a real impact in the housing sector? Join our team and help ensure the quality, safety, and satisfaction of housing services across the city.

Key Responsibilities

You will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing housing standards, with responsibilities including:

• Property Inspections: Regularly inspect external and communal areas to identify reactive repairs and cyclical maintenance needs, ensuring works are carried out efficiently.
• Collaborative Work: Partner with colleagues across Housing Services to improve quality and customer satisfaction for residents.
• Strategic Leadership: Provide insights into investment needs, support repairs contract delivery, and contribute to the overall leadership of housing services.
• Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with health and safety policies, providing expertise in construction-related safety laws.
• Complaint Resolution: Manage and resolve resident complaints effectively, ensuring documentation is thorough and timely.
• Insurance & Section 20 Compliance: Monitor insured peril claims and maintain detailed records for pre- and post-inspections.

What You’ll Do Day-to-Day

• Conduct property inspections (both pre- and post-works), upload findings via Site Audit Pro, and provide detailed diagnostics with photos.
• Oversee contractor payment approvals (up to 1,500 per job) and manage post-inspection processes.
• Proactively handle requests for contract or cost variations and maintain Section 20 paperwork.
• Deliver clear and timely communication to residents, ensuring all inspections and reports are documented within service-level agreements.

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Knowledge

• Essential:
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in responsive repairs, ideally within housing.
  • Excellent building pathology knowledge.
  • Proven track record in delivering high standards of customer service.
  • Degree in Building Surveying

Skills & Attributes

• Strong IT proficiency and ability to manage systems like Orchard and SharePoint.
• Problem-solving mindset with excellent literacy and numeracy skills.
• Methodical, detail-oriented, and highly organised.
• Effective communicator, confident in engaging with residents and colleagues.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Evidence of continued professional and personal development.

Why Join Us?

You’ll have the chance to work in a dynamic, supportive environment where your expertise will directly contribute to improving the lives of residents. This is an excellent opportunity for a Property Surveyor seeking a challenging and rewarding role.

Ready to Apply?
Send your CV and cover letter today to become part of a dedicated team making a difference in housing services.

Closing Date: Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis – apply now!