Principal Surveyor

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD

Job Location:

Kettering - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 21-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 Month Contract With A local Authority

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal Surveyor to join our Property Services team on an urgent and high-impact project. The role will involve both strategic programme delivery and casework with a key focus on acquiring and commissioning properties for use as childrens homes. The successful candidate will also manage the disposal of significant development sites.

This is a hybrid role requiring regular attendance (23 days per week) at our Corby Cube Office so applicants must live within a 30-mile radius.

Key Responsibilities

Identify assess and acquire suitable properties to be converted into childrens homes.
Lead on commissioning refurbishment and delivery of properties in line with project timelines and service needs.
Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements for childrens homes.
Oversee and coordinate the delivery programme for property acquisition and development.
Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project objectives deadlines and budgets are met.
Provide regular reporting on project progress risks and mitigation strategies.
Manage the disposal of large-scale development sites particularly those valued at over 5 million.
Lead negotiations with developers agents and legal teams to achieve best value outcomes.
Ensure disposals align with corporate property strategy and local planning policies.
Provide expert advice and guidance on property and estates matters to internal departments.
Support wider property casework and contribute to service planning and improvement.
Maintain accurate records and ensure all property transactions meet legal and governance standards.

Requirements

Proven experience in property acquisition especially in securing residential properties for use as childrens homes.
Strong programme and project management skills with a track record of delivering property-related projects.
Experience managing high-value disposals (ideally 5m) including contract negotiation and stakeholder engagement.
Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. MRICS FRICS).
Knowledge of property law planning regulations and social care property standards.
Excellent communication negotiation and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Must reside within 30 miles of Corby Cube Office and be willing to work on-site 23 days per week.

Required Skills:

Proven experience in residential property surveying. Strong knowledge of current building regulations and standards. Fully qualified Building Surveyor (e.g. RICS accreditation or equivalent).

3 Month Contract With A local AuthorityJob PurposeWe are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Principal Surveyor to join our Property Services team on an urgent and high-impact project. The role will involve both strategic programme delivery and casework with a key focus on acquiring and comm...