We are seeking an Aids and Adaptations Surveyor to work with a Local Authority in the East of England. This role sits within the Adaptations and Improvement Team and plays a key part in delivering housing adaptations, repairs, and improvement works to support vulnerable residents in maintaining independence within their homes.
Location: Mixture of residents’ homes, on-site, office-based, plus local/regional travel as required
Start: ASAP
Duration: 3 months+
Rate: Negotiable (Outside IR35)
Key Responsibilities:
Undertake detailed property surveys to assess adaptation, repair, and renovation requirements in line with client needs
Review Occupational Therapist (OT) recommendations to ensure proposed works are practical and reasonable; carry out joint visits where required
Prepare schedules of work, specifications, and design drawings; submit Building Regulation and Planning applications and secure approvals
Obtain estimates and tenders via contractor frameworks; check for accuracy and completeness
Act as ‘Client’ and ‘Principal Designer’ under CDM 2015 and ensure appropriate contractual arrangements are in place
Inspect and monitor works on site to ensure compliance with specifications, budgets, and agreed programmes
Manage contractor performance, agree variations where necessary, and authorise staged payments
Conduct final inspections, prepare final accounts, issue completion certificates, and ensure warranties/guarantees are provided
Liaise with health, social care, and housing colleagues to progress adaptations that support hospital discharge or prevent admission to care
Maintain accurate performance, financial, and KPI records
Contribute to wider housing priorities including empty homes, acquisitions, and assessment of property suitability for adaptation
Promote equality, diversity, and the Council’s corporate values in service delivery
Requirements:
Experience undertaking property surveys, preparing specifications, and managing building works
Strong knowledge of Building Regulations, Planning processes, and CDM regulations
Experience working with contractors, tender processes, and budget managem...
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