Building Surveyor

Adecco; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join a public sector team in London. This full-time, temporary role focuses on assessing housing quality, conducting surveys, and managing compliance. Candidates should possess a degree in Building Surveying, a minimum of four years of experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Office. The position allows for hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years' post-graduate experience.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Strong knowledge of housing standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and inspections of housing assets.
• Prepare schedules of condition and technical drawings.
• Manage caseloads and liaise with contractors.

Skills

Knowledge of building defects

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Experience with building regulations

Education

Degree in Building Surveying or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Asset management systems

Job description

Are you an experienced Building Surveyor looking for a role where you can make a real impact on housing quality and long-term investment planning? Join our clients Housing Asset Planning and Capital Delivery team and help shape the future of thousands of homes.

• Building Surveyor
• Public Sector - Local Authority
• Temporary Role - to end of Feb 2026 (possible extension - TBC)
• Full Time - Monday to Friday, 36 hours per week
• Hybrid Working - mostly site based but some home working may be available
• 420 per day Umbrella
• ASAP Start

About the Role

You’ll play a key role in assessing building conditions, diagnosing defects, and recommending solutions to maintain and improve housing stock. This includes carrying out detailed property surveys, producing technical reports, and supporting the development of annual and multi-year capital programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct surveys and inspections of housing assets.
• Prepare schedules of condition, scopes of work, and technical drawings.
• Advise on building pathology and remedial solutions.
• Manage caseloads and liaise with contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and building regulations.

About You

• Degree in Building Surveying or equivalent, with at least 4 years' post-graduate experience.
• Strong knowledge of building defects, legislation, and housing standards.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, MS Office, and asset management systems.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Desirable

• Experience in social housing and HHSRS surveys.
• Familiarity with Apex/NEC asset management systems.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.