WHEN YOU WORK WITH ELEVATE, YOU WORK WITH AN EXPERT.
Our Directors have on average over 15 - 20 years’ experience each in their specialist areas.
The real strength of Elevate is our knowledge of your work.
Experienced technical recruiters for the built environment
Construction
Build
Civils
Residential
Housing
Development
Assets
Repairs
Consultancy
Design
Private Practice
Planning
WHEN YOU WORK WITH ELEVATE, YOU WORK WITH AN EXPERT.
Our Directors have on average over 15 - 20 years’ experience each in their specialist areas.
The real strength of Elevate is our knowledge of your work.
WHEN YOU WORK WITH ELEVATE, YOU WORK WITH AN EXPERT.
Our Directors have on average over 15 - 20 years’ experience each in their specialist areas.
The real strength of Elevate is our knowledge of your work.
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Focused
Every role we recruit for, or candidate we work with, can be assured that their placement will be delivered as a stand alone project and we will focus our expertise on delivering solutions to fully meet their requirement.
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Understanding
As a team, we at Elevate, have decades of experience within the construction recruitment industry. This means we are well placed to fully understand our candidate’s, and client’s, specific needs and strive to meet these with empathetic drive and determination.
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Trustworthy
We will be reliable and honest with our candidates and clients with the, mutual, benefit of creating long term relationships.
Latest Jobs
MRICS Building Surveyor
London 500 per dayWe have an excellent opportunity for a chartered Building Surveyor to work on Disrepair projects in London & the South East. This is self-employed work outside of IR35 and is paid on completion of the expert witness report. Undertake comprehensive building surveys of disrepair claims and the production of detailed expert witness reports for use in the legal process. Self-employed work, so this provides the opportunity for part-time or full-time. It is essential that candidates are MRICS qualified with 3 years + PQE. Residential experience is also essential for this work. This is an excellent opportunity, which has fantastic earning potential and provides the opportunity for long-term work and flexible work.
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Estates Surveyor
Taunton 50-60 per hourWe are seeking an experienced Estates Surveyor on a longterm contract -8 months +. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied commercial property portfolio and delivering professional surveying services across rent reviews, valuations, landlord and tenant matters, and estate management. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work on a diverse range of assets and to play a key role in maximising value and performance for our property interests. Duties include- Undertake rent reviews and lease renewals across a commercial portfolio Prepare commercial property valuations for a range of purposes Provide landlord and tenant advice, including negotiations, asset management strategies, and dispute resolution Manage day-to-day estate management activities, including service charges, inspections, and compliance Liaise with tenants, agents, legal advisers, and other stakeholders Prepare reports, recommendations, and property strategies for internal and external clients Ensure all activities are carried out in line with professional standards and best practice Candidates should have the following ideally MRICS, AssocRICS, working towards RICS qualification or equivalent experience Degree in a relevant discipline Proven experience in commercial property surveying Strong knowledge of rent reviews, valuations, and landlord and tenant matters Experience of estate management and managing multi-let commercial properties Excellent negotiation, communication, and report-writing skills Ability to manage workload independently and meet deadlines Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness Offering excellent working conditions and hybrid working
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Repairs Supervisor
Bristol 28-32 per hourWe are seeking an experienced Repairs Supervisor to oversee a small team of multi-skilled tradespeople delivering day-to-day repairs and maintenance across our social housing portfolio, this is a temp-to-perm opportunity. This is a hands-on role combining technical surveying, supervision, scheduling, and people management to ensure repairs are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to a high standard of quality and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities Carry out pre inspections to diagnose issues, specify works, and schedule repairs Supervise and line manage a small team of tradespeople, including day-to-day support, performance management, and attendance Programme and schedule works efficiently to meet service targets and priorities Monitor works in progress, providing technical guidance where required Conduct post-inspections to ensure repairs meet quality, safety, and compliance standards Ensure all works comply with health & safety regulations and company procedures Liaise with tenants, colleagues, and other stakeholders to deliver a positive customer experience Manage job records, reports, and systems accurately Support continuous improvement in productivity, quality, and service delivery Candidates should have experience of diagnosing repairs, managing operatives and quality checking work. Must be a good communicator and IT literate. Offering excellent working conditions, including hybrid working and opportunities for training and development.
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Regional Building Surveyor
Birmingham 50000We are seeking an experiencedBuilding Surveyorto oversee the surveying and project management of upgrade and improvement works to blocks of residential apartments. This is a varied role covering the full project lifecycle, from initial surveys through to final completion on site. You will work from home when not on site, managing multiple projects and acting as the key point of contact between clients, consultants, and contractors. Key Responsibilities Undertake building surveys of residential apartment blocks Prepare clear, detailed specifications and schedules of works Manage the tendering process, including contractor selection and recommendations Oversee and coordinate contractors on site Works are typically fire doors/ stopping, cyclical decs, external works, roofing, emergency lighting, communal areas Monitor progress, quality, budgets, and programmes Conduct site inspections and chair progress meetings Ensure works are delivered safely, compliantly, on time, and to specification Manage projects from inception through to practical completion and handover About You Qualified Building Surveyor or significant experience Proven experience working on residential blocks or similar property portfolios Strong knowledge of building construction, defects, and refurbishment works Confident producing detailed specifications and technical reports Experience managing contractors and multiple projects simultaneously Excellent communication and organisational skills Full UK driving licence This is an excellent opportunity, to work on some interesting projects, and be able to take ownership of them and deliver from inception through to completion. Offering fantastic working conditions.
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Building Surveyor
Bristol 295-300 per dayWe are recruiting for a Building Surveyor on a contract basis, to play a crucial role in resolving housing condition complaints and legal disrepair claims. You’ll be at the forefront of improving the quality of our homes, managing complex issues, and providing an excellet level of service. About the Role: As a Building Surveyor, you will manage complaints received as legal claims (Housing Condition Claims) in close partnership with our legal services team. You’ll lead investigations, coordinate repairs, and work collaboratively with trade teams and contractors to resolve issues efficiently and effectively. Your work will contribute to minimising litigation while delivering a cost-effective, high-quality service that meets and exceeds customer expectations. Key Responsibilities: Conduct thorough property inspections in response to legal claims. Oversee and coordinate all required repairs from inception to completion. Monitor and ensure the quality of work carried out by internal trade teams and external contractors. Communicate clearly with tenants, providing them with detailed case reports and updates. Deliver high levels of customer satisfaction while operating within budgetary constraints. Identify and implement solutions through both internal complaints procedures and, where necessary, within the legal framework. Promote a customer-first approach, managing expectations and resolving disputes amicably and effectively. What We’re Looking For: Strong technical knowledge of building maintenance and repairs. Proven experience in managing legal housing disrepair claims or similar. Excellent communication and customer service skills. Ability to assess complex repair issues and deliver practical, value-for-money solutions. Experience working with legal services, contractors, and stakeholders. Commitment to improving the tenant experience and achieving service excellence. Excellent rates of pay, working conditions and the opportunity for a long-term contract.
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Repairs & Voids Surveyor
Birmingham £43,500 plus benefits - including home working with minimal officeAbout the Organisation Our client is a reputable and customer-focused housing provider, responsible for managing and maintaining a diverse portfolio of homes. Who's priority is ensuring properties are safe, compliant, and ready to let, while delivering a responsive repairs service residents can rely on. Elevate projects are now working in partnership with them to appoint an experienced Repairs Surveyor to support our responsive repairs and voids service. The Role As a Repairs Surveyor specialising in responsive repairs and voids, you will take ownership of property inspections, diagnosis of building defects, and specification of works to ensure homes are maintained to a high standard and void properties are turned around efficiently and safely. You will work closely with residents, lettings teams, contractors, and internal colleagues to minimise downtime, control costs, and deliver a high-quality customer experience. Key Responsibilities Carry out pre- and post-inspections for responsive repairs and void properties Diagnose building defects and determine appropriate remedial actions Specify and authorise works to support fast and effective void turnaround Prepare schedules of work and cost estimates in line with budgetary controls Monitor contractor performance, quality of workmanship, and health & safety compliance Carry out site inspections to ensure works are completed to specification and timescales Support the resolution of complex repairs issues, complaints, and technical queries Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including gas, electrical, fire, and asbestos safety About You You will be a practical and solutions-focused surveyor with a strong understanding of housing repairs and voids management. Essential: Proven experience as a Surveyor within responsive repairs and/or voids in a housing or property environment Strong technical knowledge of residential building construction, defects, and repair methods Experience managing and inspecting contractor-delivered works Ability to balance quality, cost control, and turnaround times Excellent communication skills and a customer-first approach Full UK driving licence
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Testimonials
The HR Resourcing Team at the University of Bristol have worked with Elevate Projects over the last 18 months. Matt has supported us and our hiring managers with various contractor roles within the Campus Division, ranging from surveyors, fire safety and compliance roles. We have had good success working with Elevate and they have been able to send over high quality candidates for the roles and filled them successfully. The service we have received has been fantastic and we would not hesitate to send over further requests in the future.
Harriet Hanson, Agency Resource Manager
"I have worked with Gavin at Elevate for nearly 20 years, notably during my time with Willmott Dixon and Midas where we worked on numerous retail developments together. His knowledge of the sector is second to none and he has a very loyal group of freelance people that work for him, so you always know when you have a requirement that he will provide quality, reliable personnel ”.
Matt Sidwell, Associate RG Group
Shepherds Bush Housing Group are a local provider of affordable housing and not profit developer based in Chiswick, West London. Matt Walker, Director of elevate has very strong relationships in our sector and been proactive in his approach to provide us with a number of hard to find specialist staff on temporary and permanent basis over the years and he has earned Preferred Supplier status due to his success.
Recent Appointment via Matt and Elevate include Head of Assets & Compliance, Head of Repairs, Building Surveyor, Neighbourhood Housing Office.
I would certainly recommend Matt and elevate Projects Ltd to any RSL looking to appoint to positions that require a certain level of Regulatory or Technical knowledge.
Clare Hemming, Recruitment Adviser - People & Culture
Having known Gavin for over 20 years now, I can honestly say that you would be hard pushed to find anyone more qualified and sympathetic to meet your needs whether you’re a candidate or an client wishing to fill a position. He will always do his best to put the correct people into the correct vacancies with a view to satisfy all concerned.
As for this new venture, I’m sure that Gavin and his team will carry on these great ethics he has developed over the many years working within and alongside the construction industry.
Pete Sarre, Project Manager - Juniper Homes
‘Midas have a very long standing relationship with Gavin from Elevate Projects, when we use Gavin to recruit for a position, he knows enough about our business culture and the type of people we need for our teams that he will only send over candidates that are relevant to us, making the recruitment process much quicker and easier. We would like to wish Gavin well in his new venture and hope to continue the trusted relationship we have with him and continue to build upon our shared focus of providing excellent customer service by focusing on a positive outcome for everyone ‘.
Derek Quinn, Executive Director - Midas Construction Ltd
“I started using Elevate Projects to provide me with quality & reliable staff, with the knowledge of an experienced team within Elevate to provide exactly what I require, definitely recommend them to others”