Project Surveyor – Responsive Maintenance
Location: Walton-on-Thames
Division: Wates Property Services (WPS) – Reactive Maintenance
Start Date: Early 2026 (flexible for the right candidate)
Wates Property Services is looking for a Project Surveyor to join our Responsive Maintenance team based in Walton-on-Thames. This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially experienced and motivated individual to lead and grow within a dynamic environment focused on delivering high-quality maintenance services.
You will be working on our reactive maintenance scheme which includes an AOV model alongside NHF SOR, supporting the delivery of reactive maintenance works, and assisting in leading a small commercial team including working alongside a Project Surveyor and junior/admin staff.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Team Leadership: Manage and mentor junior staff, fostering a high-performing and collaborative team culture.
- Commercial Management: Take ownership of pre- and post-contract commercial strategies, including monthly Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) and progress reporting.
- Subcontractor Oversight: Handle procurement, measurement, valuation, and final accounts, ensuring compliance with Wates processes and contractual obligations.
- Value Maximisation: Drive cash flow and valuation processes to maximise project profitability.
- Contract Compliance: Ensure all contractual instructions, notices, and health & safety obligations are met.
- Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, supply chain partners, and internal teams.
What We’re Looking For:
- Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying or a construction-related discipline (essential).
- 5–6 years' experience in a similar role, ideally within responsive maintenance (planned experience considered if willing to transition).
- NHF Schedule of Rates experience is a must.
- Proactive mindset: Forward-thinking, enthusiastic, and always pushing to achieve more.
- Strong communicator: Able to lead, influence, and collaborate effectively across teams.
- Career-driven: Looking for progression and eager to grow within the business.
- Customer-focused: Positive attitude and commitment to delivering excellent service.
Why Join Wates?
- Career development opportunities
- Supportive team culture
- Exposure to diverse and impactful projects
- A chance to make a real difference in the communities we serve
Given the nature of this position, you will need to undergo a Standard Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) at offer stage. Applicants with criminal convictions will be assessed individually, and we assure you that we do not discriminate based on an applicant's criminal record or the details of any disclosed offenses. Additionally, certain roles may be subject to additional pre-employment checks.
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