Planned Works Surveyor

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 programmesThe 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 (phone number removed) or email me on (url removed)