Building Surveyor (Reinstatement Cost)

Zurich Insurance; Greater Sudbury; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global insurance provider is seeking a Building Surveyor specializing in reinstatement cost assessments. This role is home-based with the flexibility to travel for assessments. Candidates should have 1-2 years of experience and an Assoc RICS / MRICS qualification. The company offers a wide range of benefits, including a pension and medical insurance, and values diversity and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

12% non-contributory pension

Annual bonus

Private medical insurance

Options to buy or sell holiday days

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in reinstatement surveying.
• Ability to manage tasks while adhering to deadlines.
• Possession of a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Conduct physical reinstatement cost assessments.
• Perform desktop reinstatement cost assessments.
• Prepare and present customer property reports.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong organisational skills

Excellent presentation skills

Customer engagement

Education

Assoc RICS / MRICS Qualification

Job description

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Working hours : This role is available on a part-time, job-share and full-time basis

Location : Home-based

Closing Date : 25th August 2025

We have an opportunity for a Building Surveyor, specialising in Reinstatement Cost assessments to join our diverse, passionate and thought-leading team. Zurich Resilience Solutions is pivotal to supporting our customers internally and externally, with market-leading risk management solutions which include onsite assessment, desktop assessment, account management, thought leadership advice and much more.

This is a diverse and rewarding role involving providing assessments of building reinstatement costs for insurance purposes in accordance with relevant building regulations to a range of public sector and commercial clients.

We are looking for a candidate with a minimum of 1-2 years’ experience in reinstatement surveying who is eager to grow and develop their skills within a fast-paced, energetic, and dynamic organisation. The role is home-based with flexibility to attend any office if preferred.

Many of our employees work flexibly, including part-time, flexible hours, job share, working from home, or compressed hours. We value the best candidates regardless of their availability for full-time work. Please discuss your flexibility needs during the interview process.

What will you be doing?

• Travel on average 2-3 days per week to customer premises to undertake physical reinstatement cost assessments in accordance with RICS standards.
• Reviewing internal and open-source data to conduct desktop reinstatement cost assessments.
• Preparing and presenting customer property reports to support business cases, including statements of need with accurate measurements, sites, and premises.
• Travel to customer premises for site inspections.
• Contributing to thought leadership and providing technical insights to customers and partners in both the commercial and residential sectors.

What are we looking for?

• Assoc RICS / MRICS Qualification
• A consultative approach with the ability to recognise opportunities to generate revenue
• Self-motivated with good diary management skills and team collaboration
• Strong organisational skills and prioritisation abilities
• Experience meeting customer deadlines while maintaining high standards
• Ownership of responsibilities, efficient time management, and adaptability
• Excellent presentation, customer engagement, influencing, and negotiation skills
• A full UK driving licence

We are committed to inclusivity and will provide reasonable adjustments or support needed during the application process.

What will you get in return?

We offer a wide range of flexible employee benefits, including a 12% non-contributory pension, annual bonus, private medical insurance, and options to buy or sell holiday days. More information can be found at Employee benefits | Working at Zurich Insurance UK.

Who we are :

Zurich aspires to be a responsible and impactful global insurer, creating a brighter future for customers, employees, and the planet. With over 55,000 employees across more than 170 countries, we are a longstanding leader in the insurance industry.

We focus on sustainable impact, wellbeing, diversity, and continuous development. Our charitable arm, Zurich Community Trust, has donated over £90 million to UK causes.

If you seek a dynamic, rewarding environment that values your creativity and contributions, Zurich could be the right place for you. Join us and be part of something great.

Our Culture

We foster a strong community, emphasizing diversity and inclusion, and are committed to fair treatment of all applicants. We prioritize our employees' wellbeing and provide extensive training, development, and community engagement opportunities.

Make a difference. Be challenged. Be inspired. Be supported. Love what you do. Work for us.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

General Business

Industries

Insurance and Financial Services

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