Surveyor (Asset & Development)

Job Type:?Full-Time, Permanent (37 Hours Per Week)

Reports To:?Capital Works Manager

About Us

At?Gloucester City Homes (GCH), our vision is simple: we create homes and communities where people can thrive (p. 1). We are a progressive, flexible, and family-friendly organisation. We believe everyone deserves a safe, high-quality place to live. If you want a role where your technical skills directly improve people's lives, you belong with us.

The Role

We are looking for a?Surveyor?to support our Planned Programme You will lead large-scale, multi-year projects to upgrade and improve our housing stock (Operating as our in-house property expert, you will oversee contract delivery, manage budgets, and make sure our homes meet all regulatory requirementsincluding the Decent Homes Standard

Key Responsibilities

  • Contract Management:?Act as the Client Representative on major partnering contracts, overseeing component replacements and large improvements
  • Financial Control:?Manage capital and service budgets (£1m+), providing cash flow forecasting, financial accounts, and monthly variation reports
  • Quality Assurance:?Inspect on-site works completed by contractors to ensure excellent quality, statutory compliance, and strong Value for Money
  • Health & Safety:Maintain zero-compromise safety standards across our properties, ensuring partners strictly adhere to Landlord Health and Safety legislation
  • Data Integrity:?Keep our asset database completely up to date to help map out long-term investment strategies

What We Are Looking For

  • Experience:?A strong track record of managing £1million+ planned building works, public procurement, and residential contracts.
  • Extensive relevant experience in lieu of professional membership
  • Technical Qualifications:?You are ideally a member of CIOB, hold an intermediate RICS grade, or are a Member of the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) or have substantial relevant experience.
  • Skills:?Excellent budget management, ability to resolve commercial disputes, and top-tier communication skills to connect with contractors and residents alike

Whats In It ForYou? (Our Benefits Package)

We know the market is competitive, so we look after our team with a comprehensive, modern rewards package designed around your health, wealth, and work-life balance:

Work-Life Balance & Flexibility

  • Flexible Hybrid Working:?Enjoy the perfect blend of home and office life with a 3-day office/in Gloucester, 3-day remote split.
  • Generous Holiday:?30 days of annual leave per year (pro rata) plus all standard bank holidays.
  • Buy & Sell Holiday:?Need more time off or want a cash boost? Flex your holiday balance to suit your lifestyle.
  • Life Event Leave:?Fully paid time off for major life moments (e.g., moving house, getting married, becoming a grandparent, or taking your driving test).
  • Volunteering Days:?2 paid days per year to support a charity or community cause close to your heart.
  • Financial Well-being & Security
  • Default Salary Sacrifice Pension:?A highly competitive defined contribution pension scheme paid automatically through salary sacrifice to help your money grow efficiently.
  • Financially Well Employee Loan Scheme:?Access to affordable, safe employee loans when unexpected costs arise.
  • Death in Service Cover:?Peace of mind for your loved ones with a supportive life insurance policy.
  • Refer a Friend Scheme:?Cash rewards for helping us bring other brilliant talent into the GCH family.

Health, Wellness & Discounts

  • 100% Funded Cashback Medical Scheme:?We cover the full cost of your Health Shield healthcare plan, giving you money back on dental, optical, and physical therapies (taxable benefit).
  • Health Shield Perks Portal:?Exclusive access to deep discounts, savings, and deals on high street purchases, gym memberships, and cinema tickets.
  • Blue Light Card:?Access to thousands of amazing discounts across the UK for housing sector professionals.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme:?Save money on a brand-new bike and accessories through our salary sacrifice scheme.
  • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Occupational Health:?Free, confidential 24/7 mental health support, counselling, and expert occupational medical guidance whenever you need it.

Closing Date: 11th September 2026

GCH reserve the right to bring the closing date forward should enough quality applications be received prior to the current closing date.

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