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Leicestershire - 26.00 Hourly - 35.00 Hourly GBP Contract Posted by: Hays Posted: Friday, 23 January 2026
 
 
temporary Job - project Building Surveyor, social housing

Main Job Purpose:Working for a large Social Housing Provider, to assist the planned maintenance team on capital projects. As a project surveyor, you will
Working on EWI - external wall insulation, roofing and windows - stock condition surveys/scoping works, quality inspections and tenant liaison.

The roleThe main purpose of the job is to provide efficient and effective oversight of planned investment contracts, eg the EWI programme. Management of contractors undertaking the works
Performance monitoring
Undertaking accurate specifications
Ensuring that works are delivered to agreed budgets
Conduct detailed property inspections to identify issues having the ability to solve problems.
Prepare accurate, comprehensive reports and provide recommendations for remedial actions in line with best practices.
Liaise with tenants, landlords, and other parties to investigate complaints and resolve disputes effectively.
Work collaboratively with contractors, maintenance teams, and external stakeholders to oversee investment works and ensure quality standards.
Maintain up-to-date records and documentation using internal systems

About youRecognised building qualification

Knowledge and understanding of the social housing sector
Knowledge and understanding of building construction, property maintenance and planned investment
Proven Experience of undertaking a variety of building surveys in relation to delivering planned investment works and services to leaseholders and tenants
Ability to apply strong specialist skills to managing technical areas of responsibility
Excellent IT skills
Working knowledge of current CDM
Excellent organisational and project management skills

What you'll get in return
Weekly pay, + mileage

What you need to do now
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Leicestershire, UK
Construction
26.00 Hourly - 35.00 Hourly GBP
Hays
HAYS
JS3057069523
23/01/2026 20:57:42
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