We are recruiting an Interim Planned Works Surveyor for a leading Social Housing provider based in Birmingham, supporting property services across the local region on a 6-month contract.
As an Interim Planned Works Surveyor, you will be responsible for delivering a range of surveying services across housing stock, ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard, compliant with regulations, and fit for purpose. This is a great opportunity to join a busy, customer-focused organisation and make an immediate impact.
What’s on offer:Rate: £35 per hour
Contract: 6-month interim assignment (potential for extension)
Working pattern: Full-time (37–40 hours per week)
About the Company
Our client is a well-established Social Housing group managing a large portfolio of residential properties across Birminhgam and the surrounding areas. They are committed to providing safe, high-quality homes and delivering excellent services to their tenants and communities.
Key responsibilities include:- Conducting property inspections, including planned works surveys
- Preparing specifications of work and managing contractors to deliver planned works projects
- Frontline operational role supporting contract delivery and contractor performance
- Ensuring all works are completed in line with compliance and health & safety standards
- Managing projects within occupied properties, ensuring minimal disruption to residents
- Liaising with tenants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure effective communication
- Monitoring budgets and ensuring cost-effective delivery of works
- Producing detailed reports and maintaining accurate records using internal systems
- Supporting the delivery of planned maintenance programmes
The successful Interim Planned Works Surveyor will have:- Proven experience in a similar Building Surveyor role, ideally within Social Housing
- A recognised construction-related qualification (e.g. HNC, HND, Degree in Building Surveying or similar)
- Strong knowledge of planned works
- Experience managing contractors and overseeing works on site
- Good understanding of Health & Safety and compliance requirements
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage a busy workload
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
This role would suit an experienced Planned Works Surveyor available at short notice, looking for an interim opportunity within a reputable Social Housing organisation. If this role sounds of interest to you please get in touch with Kyle on 07451262463 or email me on kyle.danks@niyaapeople.co.uk!