Fraser Edwards Recruitment
Building Surveyor (RICS)
Building Surveyor (RICS) at Fraser Edwards Recruitment, based in Benfleet, East of England, paying £450 - £500 per day. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £450 - £500 per day
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Benfleet, East of England
- Closing date
- Sector
- Construction & Trades
About 7% above the going rate for construction & trades
Reference 642846185192103040
About the role
Fraser Edwards is working in partnership with a social housing client in and around the South Benfleet area to recruit an experienced Building Surveyor (RICS) for a contracting opportunity, offering a competitive day rate of £450-£500 per day via Umbrella PAYE.
Key Responsibilities
- Work proactively with the building maintenance team to support the effective management of the client's property portfolio.
- Lead and manage capital projects throughout their lifecycle, ensuring delivery on time, within scope, and to the highest standards.
- Oversee facilities management operations and planned maintenance programmes, ensuring properties and assets are well-maintained, optimised, and fit for purpose.
- Manage facilities management and project-related service contracts, monitoring contractor performance and ensuring compliance with health and safety requirements, statutory regulations, and contractual obligations.
- Provide professional property and building surveying advice to support the client's wider asset management strategy and service objectives.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with tenants, internal stakeholders, contractors, and external partners.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards, providing expert advice on property-related matters as required.
Essential Skills and Experience
- RICS qualification is essential.
- Proven experience in building surveying, planned preventative maintenance (PPM), and contract management.
- Experience overseeing capital projects and managing contractors and service contracts.
- Strong knowledge of building maintenance, statutory compliance, and property-related legislation.
- Excellent project management, organisational, and communication skills.
- The ability to work collaboratively with a range of stakeholders and manage competing priorities effectively.
Desirable Experience
- Previous experience working within a local authority or public sector environment.
- Experience managing a diverse property portfolio and delivering projects within a regulated environment.
Location: South Benfleet and surrounding areas
Day Rate: £450-£500 per day (Umbrella PAYE)
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Reference: 642846185192103040 · Posted 4 days ago · Closes 2 Dec 2026 · Listed via Fraser Edwards Recruitment
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