Building Surveyor

Elevate Projects Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor or Roofing Surveyor to oversee a large-scale Planned Roof Renewal Programme across the Dorset area. This role offers a mix of site-based inspections and flexible home working, while requiring occasional travel. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of relevant experience, strong communication and project management skills, and a relevant HNC qualification. Join a supportive team to positively impact local housing quality.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Mileage paid from home

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years' experience in roofing, building surveying, or housing maintenance.
• Proven contractor management experience and ability to deliver large-scale planned works.
• Excellent reporting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed roof inspections and oversee Health & Safety compliance.
• Manage roofing contractors and lead progress meetings.
• Perform post and quality inspections for planned roof renewals.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Health & Safety compliance

IT skills

Education

HNC in Building Surveying, Construction, or related discipline

Tools

MS Excel

Database systems

Job description

Overview

Building Surveyor / Roofing Surveyor - Planned Roof Renewal Programme
Location: Dorset & Surrounding Areas
Salary: Between £42,000 and £45,000 p.a DOE
Contract Type: Permanent | Flexible | Site based / Home based, Mileage paid from home.

We\'re looking for an experienced Building Surveyor or Roofing Surveyor to lead and manage a large-scale Planned Roof Renewal Programme across the Dorset region. This is a permanent position offering a mix of site-based inspections and flexible home-working arrangements. Occasional travel may be required for one-off property projects in neighbouring areas.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed roof inspections and oversee Health & Safety compliance across all housing projects
• Manage roofing contractors and lead progress meetings, reviewing KPIs and performance standards
• Undertake post and quality inspections for planned roof renewals and reactive maintenance
• Process monthly valuations, ensure financial accuracy, and maintain project data using MS Office and internal systems
• Communicate effectively with residents, contractors, and internal teams to ensure high service standards

About you

• Qualified to at least HNC level in Building Surveying, Construction, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 6 years\' experience within roofing, building surveying, or housing maintenance projects
• Proven experience managing contractors and delivering large-scale planned works programmes
• Excellent communication, reporting, and IT skills, with proficiency in MS Excel and database systems

This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Surveyor to make a tangible impact on housing quality across Dorset. You\'ll join a supportive team environment with flexible working options and the chance to deliver meaningful, community-focused projects.

Apply now to join a forward-thinking team making a real difference across the Dorset housing sector