Special Projects Surveyor (Major Works)

Special Projects Surveyor – Major Works

Newlon Housing Trust, a leading charitable housing association and provider of affordable housing across North and East London, is looking for a skilled Building Surveyor with Project Management expertise to join the Special Projects Team.

Responsibilities

• Manage Latent Defect & Remediation Projects, focusing on external wall defects, fire safety compliance and latent defects.
• Coordinate technical aspects across consultants, contractors and internal teams, ensuring compliance, safety, quality and contractor performance.
• Lead project management for works, overseeing projects from investigation through to completion.
• Support residents during major works programmes, ensuring clear communication and attending occasional out‑of‑hours meetings.

Qualifications

• Degree or NVQ (or equivalent) in Building Surveying, Building Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline.
• Chartered with RICS, CIOB or equivalent professional body, or substantial relevant experience.
• Comprehensive understanding of cladding systems, external wall construction, fire safety standards and Building Regulations.
• Experience administering and tendering public‑sector JCT contracts, project management and contract administration.
• Experience acting in the Client role under CDM Regulations and strong knowledge of building safety and regulatory requirements according to Part B.

Contract and Compensation

• Salary: £68,309 per annum plus opportunity to earn performance related bonus.
• Contract: Full‑time, permanent.
• 27 days holiday, non‑contributory pension, excellent benefits and a flexi scheme.
• Closing date: 23:59 on Monday 19 January 2026.
• Interviews will be held at the Newlon Head Office on Thursday 29 January 2026.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Project Management
• Non‑profit Organization Management and Housing and Community Development

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