Title:  Commercial Surveyor

Sanctuary provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary organisations.  As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

Commercial Surveyor

Glasgow based with a balance of home and office working

£55,353 - £58,266 per year plus company car or car allowance

40 hours per week – Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 5:00pm

We have an opportunity for a Commercial Surveyor to join our team based at one of our Glasgow Office locations. The Purpose of this role is to effectively support and operate within the Sanctuary Property Services Central Commercial Surveying & Estimating Function in line with Property Services and the Group's objectives, critically assessing proposed works within set parameters for financial and strategic compatibility to ensure they meet the needs of the Group's customers and wider community and provide support Contractor and Supplier Management objectives.

The role of Commercial Surveyor will include:

• Work within set processes and procedures to ensuring optimised Commercial and Operational Performance and all works proposals represent excellent Value for Money for Group and our Customers as well as meeting all Regional Commercial/Operational/Financial objectives                       
• Diligently enact, on the behalf of Regional Operations, budget measures over agreed the workstreams, cost thresholds and manage Approval Process within set Delegated Authority limits           
• Working with Regional Commercial Teams, manage and ensure that all variations to works are appropriately captured, priced and approved whilst providing as hoc commercial support to wider Property Services functions
• Contribute to the development and introduction of improved end-to-end processes and procedures over the Purchasing of Goods & Services within Property Services
• Support the Property Services Contractor and Supplier Management objectives with Regional and Procurement Teams via the provision of robust Performance Data and Reports
• Support in the provision of accurate management information and analysis to the functions Commercial Manager including, and not limited to, KPI performance versus agreed SLA's on functions processes
• To support the Commercial function in optimising operating surplus and mitigating any risk to the Group and actively identify significant risks and opportunities                                                                 
• Communicate effectively and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, to ensure any issues are identified and dealt with appropriately                                              
• Contribute, as appropriate, to special programmes and projects in support of the Group's values and objectives

Skills and experiences:

• To ensure full compliance with Building Safety legislation, candidates applying for this role must be qualified to degree, management qualification or relevant professional qualification in construction, surveying or relatable sector
• Recent experience in undertaking a similar role working in a commercially focused housing and/ or contracting business
• Proven achievement working in a commercially focussed housing and development contractor business, effectively managing related risks, and working in high-volume environments
• Working knowledge of relevant regulations, legislation, and current practice, including the practical application of Health and Safety legislation
• Working knowledge of developing and reviewing relevant policies and procedures
• Supply chain procurement and framework management expertise
• Proven experience of effectively managing contracts and contractor relationships
• Some experience of staff management and delivering services within budget
• This role will involve driving on company business. In order to drive a company vehicle, drivers must hold a full valid UK driving licence

As part of the interview process, candidates will be required to bring with them the original certification verifying proof of their qualifications.  Copies and CSCS cards will not be accepted.

About us

Sanctuary Property Services provide in-house repairs and maintenance services for an extensive portfolio of properties across Sanctuary.  As part of a not-for-profit organisation, we aim to achieve outstanding results for our customers based on our values - working in an open and transparent way, creating strong partnerships with our customers and providing a first-class customer service.

Our Benefits    

As part of our commitment to making Sanctuary a great place to work, where your wellbeing is of genuine importance, we have developed an attractive employment package. The package recognises your contribution, supports your physical, mental and financial health and gives you the flexibility to tailor your employee benefits by offering:

• 25 days annual leave (rising to a maximum of 30 days) plus public holidays
• A pension scheme with employer contributions from Sanctuary
• Life Assurance
• Employee Advice Service including counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Voluntary health plans  
• Employee discounts
• Wellbeing support and tools
• Employee recognition scheme
• Employee Networks, with a shared interest in inclusion, and who provide invaluable support to colleagues
• Role salary is £50,505 with an additional policy allowance of £4,848 per annum (rising to £53,163 with an additional policy allowance of £5,103 per annum after 12 months, subject to satisfactory performance)

View the job profile (if the link is unavailable please visit the Sanctuary careers website)    

Closing Date: 21 April 2025

If you're unsure about any details, have questions about the role or want to discuss a need for adjustments, our fantastic talent team will be happy to help you – propertyservices.rec@sanctuary.co.uk

We reserve the right depending on application numbers to close or extend the closing dates for positions; we would therefore recommend an early application.

For an insight into what it’s like to work for us, take a look at our company page on Linkedin

Inclusion is one of our core values. Our goal is to be a diverse, inclusive organisation where our people thrive and meet our customers’ needs with fairness and empathy. We know having a range of ideas and opinions makes a difference.  We encourage and welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support this mission.  We will make adjustments throughout your application process, in line with Sanctuary’s commitment to our Disability Confident employer status.

Building Equality and Diversity

Sanctuary Group encourages and welcomes applications from people from diverse backgrounds to support our commitment to offering an inclusive environment for our employees and customers.
We work closely with the Home Office in order to prevent unlawful working.
A basic Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary in the event of a successful application which we will pay for.
Sanctuary Maintenance Contractors Limited is a subsidiary of Sanctuary Housing Association, an exempt charity.