Building Surveyor

Vivid Resourcing Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property management is seeking a Building Surveyor to maintain and improve safety and quality in housing. Responsibilities include managing contracts, conducting inspections, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should have a degree in Building Surveying and strong experience in the field. This role requires exceptional communication skills and proficiency in relevant software, along with a valid driving license. Join a dynamic team to make a visible impact on community housing quality.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in building surveying and contract management.
• Exceptional knowledge of construction procurement and building services.
• RICS professional membership preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and oversee maintenance and improvement works.
• Conduct property inspections and energy audits.
• Prepare specifications and tender documents for construction projects.

Skills

Building structures expertise

Strong communication skills

Customer-focused approach

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Building Surveying

Tools

CAD software

Data management systems

Job description

You will play a key role in maintaining and improving the safety, sustainability, and quality of our housing and corporate property portfolio. We are looking for candidates with a specialism in roofing.

Location: East Surrey

About The Role

This is an exciting time to join us where no two days are the same. Working across our housing and corporate property portfolio, youll have a varied and rewarding role, including:

• Managing contracts and oversee maintenance, repair and improvement works.
• Conducting property inspections, condition surveys and energy audits.
• Preparing specifications, drawings, and tender documents for construction projects.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory regulations, including the Social Housing Act 2024.
• Providing technical advice and documentation to support legal and estate teams.

This is a fast‑paced, high‑impact role where your expertise will directly improve the safety, sustainability and quality of homes and spaces across our district.

Who Were Looking For

We would love to hear from you if you have:

• A degree or equivalent in Building Surveying, recognised by CIOB or RICS.
• Strong experience in building surveying and contract management.
• Exceptional knowledge of building structures, services, construction procurement and the Consumer Standards (Social Housing Act 2024).
• A proactive, customer‑focused approach with strong communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data management systems and CAD software.
• A valid UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Desirable

• RICS professional membership.
• Experience in local authority or public sector property management.