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 management
• Full UK Driving Licence and flexibility to travel locally/regionally