Job Description

Are you ready to be part of something special?

Welcome to Settle, where our brand-new 2030 strategy marks the beginning of an exciting journey. With a loyal commitment to providing excellent service to our residents, there's no better time to join our crew.


Our 23,000 diverse residents are the heart of Settle, and we place them at the centre of everything we do. Operating across Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and South Cambridgeshire, you'll play a crucial role in providing safe, high-quality homes where residents can take pride and create lasting memories.


By working closely with local stakeholders, we identify sector needs and develop strategic plans, including delivering new, affordable homes to meet housing demands. We champion diversity across all areas of our organisation and are particularly focused on welcoming applications from females, to address the underrepresentation of women in our property roles.


Here at Settle we are looking for a Planned Works Surveyor to work collaboratively with colleagues from across the business. The post holder will be responsible for contract managing the delivery of the investment programme and providing technical advice relating to operational asset management of the property portfolio, seeking out opportunities for maximising the return on assets and the cost effective planned maintenance programmes.

Outline of Key Responsibilities...

Manage and direct contractual relationships with service providers in line with agreed contracts. Provide monthly progress reports on performance to include KPI's, programme, quality assurance and resident feedback where appropriate. Manage on site delivery of the planned investment work programmes. Ensuring pre/post inspections are completed and on-site H&S inspections are carried out on a timely basis. Always ensuring that works are compliant with current legislation and regulations. Prepare specifications, designs, contract and tender documentation to procure works and services. Assist in large scale procurement, ensuring that legislation is adhered to. Ensure that resident consultation is carried out where required and our residents are kept fully informed of works planned and happening within their homes. Making sure that they have choice and input into improvements to their homes. Control and monitor expenditure and issue contract management documentation in relation to works contracts. Assist the planned investment manager to inform future programmes of works, helping to design forward plans and budgets. Always ensure that works are delivered with outstanding Value for money.

We are looking for someone who has...

Managing large budgets, ensuring expenditure is in line with budget estimates and forecasts. Surveying a variety of SHDF, cyclical, planned and capital works. Contract/contractor management. Maintaining compliancy by ensuring projects are completed in line with relevant legislation and regulations. Full UK clean driving licence and access to a vehicle for work purposes. Be a professional in the housing sector by aiming towards and achieving professional development through the chartered institute of housing.

Able to:

Communicate ideas and information in a variety of formats, including the preparation of formal reports. Develop budget and cost estimates. Keep accurate records of expenditure. Utilise and update settles computer-based asset management system. Uphold and live settles values with a robust commitment to diversity.

Benefits

At Settle, our friendly and hard-working colleagues are proud to be relentlessly resident focussed, and we believe that dedication deserves a stellar benefits package. Here's what we offer to our amazing colleagues:

annual salary:

52,476 per annum

flexible working:

hybrid and flexible options available (role-dependent)

generous leave:

27 days of annual leave, increasing to 32 days with length of service

family leave:

enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

pension contributions:

up to 10% from Settle

healthcare cash plan:

for your health and wellness

flexible benefits:

cash towards your heath and wellbeing

development

: excellent personal and professional growth opportunities


And that's just the beginning! We're also thrilled to provide:

fresh fruit Mondays:

keep your energy up with healthy snacks

colleague-led campaigns and celebrations:

wellbeing weeks and charity bake sales

volunteering days

: 2 paid days to give back to the communities we work in

secure parking:

free onsite parking and bike sheds too!

local discounts:

enjoy perks from our community partners

mental health support:

access to counselling sessions and mental health resources

feedback commitment:

we listen to our colleagues and take action

shower facilities:

perfect for those who cycle to work or hit the gym

early finish Friday:

a kickstart to the weekend!

At Settle, we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. Join us and enjoy the benefits of working in a collaborative, kind, and inclusive environment.

Our Commitment

Our culture at Settle is inclusive and celebrates the differences in everyone. We are committed to creating an inclusive workforce, by reflecting and representing the diversity of today's society. We would like to encourage applicants from disadvantaged socio-economic backgrounds; people who identify as disabled, neurodiverse, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from global majority communities.

Accessibility and Adjustments

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and we'll always endeavour to be as accommodating as possible. Please let us know in advance of any suitable arrangements required so you can fully participate in the recruitment process.


Due to the nature of some of our roles involving work with vulnerable members of society, this post may be subject to a Basic or enhanced Criminal Disclosure, which will be carried out when a conditional offer is made.


Please ensure you fully answer the questions on the application form.

Closing Date: 19 August 2025