Adaptations Surveyor

Service Care Solutions; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Adaptations Surveyor to join a London Council's Social Services Surveying Team. The role involves managing adaptations for disabled occupants, ensuring quality and compliance with regulations. Candidates should have relevant surveying qualifications and experience, as well as proficiency in AutoCAD. Excellent communication skills are essential for liaising with various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering adaptations and DFG projects in housing/social care.
• Strong understanding of Building Regulations and H&S.
• DBS clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide surveying support for properties needing adaptations.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and prepare specifications.
• Liaise with residents and contractors to resolve issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Project management

AutoCAD proficiency

Education

HNC/HND in Building Surveying or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Adaptations Surveyor - London Council

£26.00 PAYE / £33.00 Umbrella (Inside IR35)

36 hours per week

Ongoing contract

A London Council is seeking an experienced Adaptations Surveyor to join their Social Services Surveying Team. The role focuses on delivering an efficient and customer-focused adaptations service, ensuring all works are completed to a high standard, on budget, and within agreed timescales. This post plays a vital role in improving accessibility and independence for residents across the borough.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional surveying support for properties requiring adaptations for disabled occupants.
• Carry out feasibility assessments, design schemes, and prepare specifications and drawings.
• Conduct pre- and post-inspections to ensure quality, compliance, and alignment with Occupational Therapist recommendations.
• Prepare documentation for Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) applications.
• Identify property defects, diagnose causes, and specify appropriate remedies.
• Manage and monitor projects of varying scales to successful completion.
• Liaise with residents, contractors, and external partners to resolve technical or service-related issues.
• Ensure all work complies with Health & Safety, Building Regulations, and CDM requirements.

Requirements

• HNC/HND in Building Surveying or equivalent qualification/experience.
• Experience delivering adaptations and DFG projects within housing or social care settings.
• Strong understanding of Building Regulations, H&S, and construction standards.
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• DBS clearance required.

Contact

For more information, please contact James at Service Care Solutions on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)