M&E Asset Surveyor (Housing) - Manchester, Liverpool, Warrington

Purpose of the RoleTo provide high-quality mechanical and electrical surveying services across the property portfolio, ensuring compliance, safety, efficiency, and value for money. This role involves end-to-end project management of M&E works, contributing to asset improvement strategies, and supporting the delivery of capital and planned maintenance programmes.Benefits:32 Annual Leave + BHCash Plan through Simply Health (Physio, dental, glasses) money back to you within 2 days of receipt submission 10% matching contributions to pensionRetail and Cinema rewards and cost reductionLearning for Life Scheme - £150 towards learning a new skillGood Sick payKey ResponsibilitiesProject Management:

• Plan, develop, and manage bespoke mechanical and electrical projects, including heating systems, electrical upgrades, lifts, and renewable technologies.
• Consider long-term maintenance needs and collaborate with other departments to provide commercial solutions for underperforming assets.

• Maintain effective stakeholder engagement through planning, communication, and progress updates.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues in asset management, housing operations, finance, and external stakeholders to ensure cohesive project delivery.

• Conduct and support high-quality dilapidation and diagnostic surveys across residential and commercial properties.
• Provide detailed project appraisals and technical advice on condition and investment requirements.
• Validate investment needs and ensure alignment with the Asset Management Strategy.

• Support the investment programme in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Develop detailed specifications to ensure effective delivery, working with consultants, procurement, compliance, and maintenance teams.
• Consider whole-life maintenance and innovative solutions.
• Stay informed on industry regulations, best practices, and emerging technologies.

• Ensure health and safety compliance, including adherence to CDM regulations, for all M&E project activities.
• Provide support and expertise to the wider directorate.

• Strong knowledge of building construction, standards, planning regulations, and leasehold legislation.
• Commercial awareness and experience in delivering bespoke M&E projects.
• Familiarity with construction specifications and contracts (e.g., JCT, NEC, IET).
• Experience leading procurement exercises.
• Understanding of project financial evaluation, performance assessment, and budget management.
• Experience with system commissioning, handover, and integration to compliance standards.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and experience as a Principal Designer.
• Ability to work independently, with strong organisational skills.
• Proven experience managing internal and external stakeholder relationships.

• Previous experience managing similar projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Knowledge of LOLER (Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations 1998).
• Understanding of gas, fuel, and electrical safety compliance standards.

• HNC/HND or equivalent in Building Services Engineering or a related M&E discipline.

• Degree or recognised management qualification.
• Evidence of continued professional development.
• IOSH Managing Safely certification.

• A full UK driving licence and access to a personal vehicle.
• Willingness to work flexibly and travel across sites as required.
• Mobile work is a requirement of the role.
• Willingness to undertake additional duties, including those related to health and safety and compliance, as reasonably required.

• Respect for customers and colleagues.
• Creativity in approach and ambition.
• Excellence in delivering meaningful services.