Building Surveyor

Fraser Edwards Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Building Surveyor for a permanent position in the social housing sector. This role offers a dynamic hybrid working model, allowing flexibility while conducting maintenance repairs and surveys. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience in social housing, knowledge of Health and Safety legislation, and a relevant surveying qualification. Enjoy generous benefits including 28 days holiday and a company pension.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus bank holidays

Car allowance

Company pension

Qualifications

• Experience in conducting surveys for social housing.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety standards.
• Technical expertise in property maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct social housing maintenance repairs and planned works surveys.
• Perform damp, subsidence, and structural inspections.
• Deliver detailed technical reports.

Skills

Proven experience in social housing maintenance and repairs surveying

Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety legislation

Strong technical understanding of a wide range of housing stock

Extensive knowledge of building maintenance and diagnostic techniques

Education

Relevant surveying qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Fraser Edwards is currently seeking a talented Building Surveyor for a permanent role with a leading client in the social housing sector. This position offers a dynamic hybrid working model, allowing for 60% of the work conducted from home and 40% based in the office.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Flexibility and Work-Life Balance: Embrace the convenience of a hybrid working model, giving you the flexibility to manage your work from the comfort of your home while still engaging with your team and projects in the office.
• Professional Growth: This role involves a variety of tasks, including social housing maintenance repairs, planned works surveys, and structural inspections. You will have the chance to enhance your expertise by working on both occupied and void properties, conducting pre and post works surveys, and delivering technical reports.
• Supportive Environment: Collaborate closely with management and support staff throughout the surveying process, ensuring a cohesive and efficient workflow.
• Generous Benefits Package: Enjoy 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays, a car allowance, and a company pension, all designed to support your well-being and future.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct social housing maintenance repairs and planned works surveys.
• Perform damp, subsidence, and structural inspections in both occupied and void properties.
• Survey pre and post works, ensuring thorough and accurate assessments.
• Deliver detailed technical reports directly to internal teams and contractors.
• Liaise effectively with management and support staff throughout the surveying process.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Proven experience in social housing maintenance and repairs surveying.
• Comprehensive knowledge of Health and Safety legislation.
• Relevant surveying qualification or equivalent experience.
• Strong technical understanding of a wide range of housing stock.
• Extensive knowledge of building maintenance and diagnostic techniques.

Working Hours

Monday to Friday — 35 hours per week

Closing

This role is perfect for a dedicated Building Surveyor looking to make a significant impact within the social housing sector while enjoying a balanced and flexible working environment. If you possess the required skills and experience, this could be the next step in your professional journey.