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Manager - Building Surveying

Ipswich Permanent £48,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
This is a senior management role leading the delivery of housing maintenance, planned works and capital investment programmes, ensuring residential properties remain safe, compliant and well maintained. You will manage surveying teams, oversee major projects and budgets, and play a key role in shaping asset management and property investment strategies.
  • Senior leadership role with real impact across council housing.
  • Manage high-value projects improving thousands of homes.

About Our Client

A well-established local authority with a significant housing portfolio, committed to delivering quality homes, investing in communities, and driving continuous improvement across its property services.

Job Description

  • Lead and manage a team of building surveyors and technical officers.
  • Deliver responsive repairs, planned maintenance and major capital investment programmes across the housing portfolio.
  • Manage complex construction and refurbishment projects from feasibility through to completion.
  • Ensure compliance with health & safety, CDM regulations, gas, electrical and building legislation.
  • Lead procurement exercises, prepare specifications and manage contractor performance.
  • Handle high-level complaints, disputes and service improvements while driving customer-focused outcomes.
  • Contribute to housing strategy, policy development and reporting to senior management and elected members.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Building Surveying Manager should have:

  • Degree-qualified in Building Surveying, Building Services or a related discipline with extensive post-qualification experience.
  • Strong background in housing maintenance, capital works and project management.
  • Experienced people manager with strong stakeholder engagement and contractor management skills.
  • Good understanding of housing compliance, health & safety and building contracts.
  • Local authority or social housing experience.

What's on Offer

  • Salary ranging from £48,738 to £50,908, dependent on the level of experience.
  • Permanent position with company benefits.



If you're interested in this role, apply now.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.

Contact
Binisha Varsani
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7114384
Phone number
+442072692177

Job summary

Job function
Property
Subsector
Property / Building Surveyor
Sector
Property
Where
Ipswich
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Binisha Varsani
Consultant phone
+442072692177
Job reference
JN-092026-7114384