Job Description
Title: Senior Surveying Manager (RICS)
Business: Housing Association
Salary: 68,000 + Benefits
Location: Cambridgeshire
Overview
A leading housing association in Cambridgeshire is seeking an experienced Senior Surveying Manager (RICS) to lead and manage a multi-disciplinary surveying function across its housing portfolio.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing reactive maintenance, including damp, mould and disrepair, while ensuring full regulatory compliance, high technical standards, and a strong resident-focused service.
You will manage and inspire a team of surveyors, provide expert technical guidance, and play a key role in supporting the organisation's wider asset management strategy.
Direct Reports
2 Project Surveyors (Repairs)
2 Damp, Mould & Disrepair Surveyors
Key Responsibilities
Provide strong leadership, mentoring and direction to a multi-disciplinary surveying team
Set clear performance objectives, monitor delivery against KPIs, conduct one-to-ones and annual appraisals, and manage underperformance where required
Plan and coordinate team workloads and resources to meet agreed service targets and deadlines
Identify training needs and ensure the team maintains up-to-date knowledge of legislation, best practice, and industry standards
Oversee and undertake complex building surveys, defect diagnosis, and condition assessments in line with RICS professional standards
Lead the project management of major works when required, including preparation of specifications, tender documentation, cost appraisals, and contract administration through to final account
Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, including HHSRS, Decent Homes Standard, Building Regulations, Planning, and CDM Regulations
Contribute to the development and delivery of the asset management strategy, using survey data to inform long-term investment and sustainability objectives (including PAS 2035 where applicable)
Act as the key technical point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, including residents, leaseholders, contractors, senior management, and legal advisors
Manage complex and sensitive cases, including dispute resolution, mediation, and providing expert evidence where required
Champion a customer-centric approach, ensuring high levels of resident satisfaction and professional service delivery
About You
RICS qualified (essential)
Strong leadership experience within housing, social housing, or asset management environments
Extensive knowledge of responsive repairs, damp & mould, and disrepair legislation
Proven experience managing teams, performance, and complex technical workloads
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Confident operating in a regulatory-driven, resident-focused organisation
What's on Offer
Salary of 68,000 + benefits
Senior leadership role with strategic influence
Opportunity to lead a critical service area within housing
Long-term career development within a values-driven organisation
