Interim Residential Building Surveyor

Kent | Hybrid Working | £385 per day

A Kent-based council is seeking an Interim Voids Surveyor to support its housing service in reducing void turnaround times and improving the quality of empty homes before letting.

With housing demand continuing to increase, the authority is focused on delivering properties back to residents as quickly as possible whilst maintaining high standards of compliance and quality. This role will play a crucial part in achieving those objectives.

The role will involve:

• Carrying out void inspections and writing specifications
• Investigating repair issues and producing remedial schedules
• Ordering and coordinating repair works
• Monitoring contractors on site
• Overseeing void property programmes from start to finish
• Arranging compliance certificates and documentation
• Developing procedures and improving processes
• Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues

You'll need:

• Previous experience managing housing voids
• Strong surveying and specification-writing skills
• Contractor management experience
• Knowledge of housing compliance requirements
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment

This is an ideal opportunity for a surveyor looking for a interim assignment with a well-established housing team and flexible hybrid working arrangements.

If you would like to know more about this role, you can reach me on (phone number removed).