Building Surveyor

Express Recruitment; Eccles; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected national insurance services provider is looking for a proactive and confident Building Surveyor to join their growing team. This role involves assessing damage, managing repair projects, and ensuring high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and will be comfortable with regional travel.

Benefits

£6,000 car allowance

Annual discretionary bonus

Supportive pension scheme

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Building Surveyor with relevant degree and professional membership.
• Experience managing subsidence and general perils claims.
• Strong technical knowledge and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site inspections to validate insurance claims and assess property damage.
• Prepare detailed repair schedules and oversee claims to resolution.
• Collaborate with external contractors and maintain compliance.

Skills

Building Pathology

Communication

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Building Surveying

Membership of RICS, CIOB, or CILA

Job description

Are you an experienced Building Surveyor looking for a new challenge in a fast paced, client focused environment?

Do you thrive on managing projects from start to finish, solving problems on site, and delivering outstanding service?

Express Recruitment are proud to represent a highly respected national insurance services provider who are seeking a confident, proactive Building Surveyor to join their growing team. With strong growth plans and a supportive team environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their surveying career.

The successful candidate will be the go-to person for assessing damage, validating claims, and overseeing repair projects, mainly for domestic but also some commercial properties. They will conduct detailed site inspections, interpret policy coverage, and prepare comprehensive repair schedules to ensure smooth claims progression. Collaborating with contractors and stakeholders, they will maintain high standards of quality, compliance, and customer service throughout every stage of the process.

The ideal candidate will be a qualified Building Surveyor with membership of a relevant professional body and a degree in Building Surveying or a related discipline. They will bring solid experience managing both general perils and subsidence claims, ideally within the insurance sector. With strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and a proactive, organised approach, they will be confident working independently and comfortable with regional travel and occasional overnight stays.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary package, complemented by a £6,000 car allowance and an annual discretionary bonus paid at Christmas. They will also benefit from a supportive pension scheme and ongoing training and development opportunities. This is a chance to join a growing organisation with nationwide coverage, offering long-term career prospects in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

• Carry out site inspections to validate insurance claims and assess property damage
• Interpret insurance policies to determine liability and scope of work
• Prepare detailed repair schedules and oversee claims through to resolution
• Manage and coordinate external contractors, ensuring quality and compliance
• Liaise professionally with all stakeholders, including policyholders and suppliers
• Attend site visits for complex claims and support other team members as needed
• Investigate and manage subsidence-related claims where appropriate
• Ensure compliance with internal processes, client SLAs and Health and Safety legislation
• Prepare high-quality reports within agreed timelines

Skills & Experience

• Membership of a relevant professional body (RICS, CIOB, CILA, etc.) is essential
• Degree in Building Surveying, Construction, or related discipline is essential
• Previous experience with both general perils and subsidence claims is essential
• Strong experience as a Building Surveyor, ideally within insurance claims
• Comfortable with regional travel and occasional overnight stays
• Expertise in building pathology and knowledge of UK construction standards
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple projects independently
• Ability to remain calm and effective when handling complex claims

About Express Recruitment

Express Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, “exceeding expectations every time” of over 267,000 candidates.

We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7

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Vacancy Summary

Hours:Full Time, Monday – Friday

Salary:Between c£40,000 and £45,000 Per Annum D.O.E

Location: Country-Wide

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent, Field Based

Unfortunately, we are unable to contact all candidates due to the large volume of applications we receive. If you have not heard from a consultant within the next three days, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion. Please do not hesitate to apply for other suitable roles in the future.

This vacancy is being advertised on behalf of Express Recruitment Ltd. The services advertised by Express Recruitment Ltd. are those of an Employment Agency.