Building Surveyor

Niyaa People; Atherstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected local authority in Warwickshire is seeking an interim Building Surveyor to oversee planned investment programmes. The role includes managing contractors, conducting stock condition surveys, and producing specifications. Ideal candidates will have experience in building surveying and strong communication skills. The position offers flexible working arrangements and a competitive hourly rate of £30-£35. Join a supportive team committed to essential housing services.

Benefits

Flexible working

Long-term contract

Supportive working culture

Weekly pay

Qualifications

• Experience in building surveying, planned works, or housing maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of building construction and defects.
• Experience producing specifications and contract documentation.
• Confidence working independently and managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out stock condition surveys andensuring asset data is accurate.
• Producing detailed specifications, drawings, and cost estimates for capital works.
• Managing contractors on site to ensure projects are delivered on time and on budget.
• Monitoring progress, attending site meetings, and resolving issues promptly.
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, CDM, and asbestos requirements.

Skills

Building surveying

Contract management

Excellent communication

Customer care skills

Project management

Education

HNC/HND or Degree in Building Surveying

Job description

Enjoy flexible working, long-term stability, and the chance to play a key role in delivering high-quality planned investment programmes in this interim Building Surveyor role with a well-respected local authority. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a flexible and rewarding position where your surveying and contract expertise will directly support essential housing services, all within a supportive and professional team environment.

As a Building Surveyor, you'll be joining a well-established organisation known for its commitment to tenant care, safety, and compliance. This role is ideal for a proactive Surveyor who can confidently manage specifications, contractor performance, and housing capital programmes.

I’d love to see CVs from anyone who has worked as a Contract, Project Surveyor or Clerk of Works particularly within planned works, capital programmes, or social housing.

As a Building Surveyor, you will be:

• Carrying out stock condition surveys and ensuring asset data is accurate
• Producing detailed specifications, drawings, and cost estimates for capital works
• Managing contractors on site to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget and to specification
• Monitoring progress, attending site meetings, and resolving issues promptly
• Ensuring full compliance with health & safety, CDM and asbestos requirements
• Assisting with procurement, tendering and contractor selection

I’d love to speak to anyone who has:

• Experience in building surveying, planned works, or housing maintenance
• Strong knowledge of building construction and defects
• Experience producing specifications and contract documentation
• Excellent communication and customer care skills
• Confidence working independently and managing multiple projects

Qualifications:

• HNC/HND or Degree in Building Surveying, Construction, or a related field
• Experience within social housing or capital projects is highly desirable

This interim role is offering:

• Flexible working (office/site as required)
• Long-term contract with opportunity for extension
• Supportive working culture with autonomy in your role
• Weekly pay

This role is offering a competitive hourly rate of £30-£35 per hour.

Location & travel

• The role is based in Warwickshire with travel to sites across the borough as required.

If this Building Surveyor role sounds like a good fit for you, apply today or contact Jazmin on 0121 790 0980 or email [e-mail] for a confidential chat.