Exciting Career Opportunity at Citizen!

Are you a driven professional seeking to make an impact in Property Investment?

With over fifty years of experience, we have grown to be one of the UK’s most trusted social housing providers, Citizen owns and manages 30,000 homes for diverse communities across the West Midlands, from urban tower blocks to rural villages and towns. Find out more about the work we do here: Citizen

Position: Asset Surveyor

Salary: £45,074

Hours: Permanent full time (37 hours per week)

Location: 4040 Lakeside/Hybrid (covering Coventry, Birmingham, Hereford & Worcester)

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and manage multiple investment projects using effective project, contract and budget management.

Ensure customer’s requirements are defined, detailed, considered, and respected making sure that customers are always informed of issues and progress.
Prepare and submit documentation as required to obtain Statutory Approvals including Planning and Building Regulations requirements and to ensure all required permissions are obtained.
Plan, manage, monitor and coordinate the health and safety of a project to comply with the Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015.

Identify HHSRS hazards in domestic properties, ensure hazards are reported promptly, and arrange any repairs or specialist surveys required.

Identify emergency repairs, such as damp and mould as defined under Awaab’s Law, ensuring they are reported and progressed in accordance with the required timescales.

Undertake Access Audits to communal areas and prepare detailed reports to identify compliance with DDA requirements and to recommend and specify improvements.

Qualifications and experience:

Experience of procurement and delivery of major works programmes including contract management, budgetary control and stakeholder consultation.

Knowledge and understanding of standard forms of contract as applicable to the construction industry.
Knowledge and understanding of the legislative frameworks applicable to the housing sector for example PAS 2030/PAS 2035, Awaab’s Law, CDM regulations, Decent Homes.
Knowledge of Construction, Housing Disrepair and building pathology

Knowledge of Planning and Building Regulations and the Building Safety Regulator.
Experience of managing Health and Safety, relating to recognised hazards within all types of social housing.
A recognised qualification in a building related subject

Full UK driving licence to enable you to travel across areas where Citizen operates.

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

We will attract and retain the best and brightest professionals, support them to achieve their potential, and reward and recognise them for the fantastic work they do.

What We Offer:

Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking organization that values creativity and innovation.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a team of dedicated professionals who support and inspire each other.

Benefits:

Annual Leave: Annual leave starts at 26 days per year, (increasing by 1 day per full years service up to 31 days) plus bank holidays,
Annual leave purchase scheme – option to buy up to an additional 5 days per year
Enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity and adoption)
Organisational sick pay
Generous Pension Scheme – The option to contribute 4%, 6% or up to 10% which Citizen will match
Competitive Salary: We offer a competitive compensation package.
Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance and wellness programs.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible working hours and generous leave policies.
Employee Development: Access to training programs and career development resources.
Mobile Working – Mileage and working hours calculated from home to place of work
Mileage paid in accordance with HMRC rates

Find out more here: Citizen | Benefits

Company Culture:

We will be an employer of choice and invest in our people

To deliver the best services for our customers we need employees who are passionate, committed and engaged. We will create a culture where every individual feels comfortable and confident to be themselves and the wellbeing of our employees is a priority. Our team is passionate about making a positive impact and driving innovation.

We will work together as one team and embrace our Citizen values.

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Closing date: 31st October 2025

Interview date: 3rd November 2025

Please note we will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time. We reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published closing date should a suitable candidate be identified.

Proud Corporate Member of WISH - The Network for Women Working in Social Housing
Citizen Housing is a Disability Confident Employer
Official Accredited Living Wage Employer