Senior Building Surveyor

MMP Consultancy is seeking a Senior Building Surveyor on behalf of a Local Authority based in Gosport. This is a temporary 6-month contract subject to possible extension. The rate of pay is 325 per day inside of IR35, over a 5-day working week.

The candidate will ideally be located within a 1-hour commute of Gosport. Candidates must have access to their own vehicle. Candidates will be in the office for a minimum of 3 days per week, with 2 days per week working from home.

The successful candidate will play a vital role in the surveying, maintenance, and improvement of over 3,000 residential homes and a diverse portfolio of corporate assets. This is a key leadership role involving the management of complex, high-value projects ranging from 50,000 to 1 million and beyond.

Responsibilities:

• Surveying housing stock and corporate buildings, diagnosing required works, and preparing specifications.
• Managing repairs, planned maintenance, and diverse projects (e.g. external decorations, cladding, roofing, fire safety upgrades, and more).
• Leading and developing a team of Surveyors, ensuring consistent service delivery and compliance with current policies and legislation.
• Preparing maintenance programmes and managing contracts in line with public procurement requirements.
• Representing the team at strategic meetings and liaising with residents, leaseholders, councillors, and internal departments.
• Supporting and deputising for the Property Services Manager when required.
• Leading investigations into Stage 1 HRA and LGO complaints and drafting reports.

Requirements:

• A relevant degree or HNC in Building Surveying or Construction (RICS or CIOB membership preferred).
• Strong technical knowledge of construction, building pathology, and legislation including Building Regulations, CDM, Fire Safety, and the Party Wall Act.
• Experience managing contractors under JCT and NEC contracts and resolving disputes.
• Proven leadership in developing staff and delivering high-quality surveying services.
• Ability to specify works, manage tenders, control budgets, and ensure value for money.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and surveying/asset management software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car (essential car user allowance provided).