Building Surveyor

Walker & Sloan; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established housing association in the South West is seeking a Building Surveyor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves overseeing various projects across Dorset, Somerset, Hampshire, and Wiltshire. Responsibilities include site inspections, producing work schedules, and contract administration. The ideal candidate will have an HNC or higher in building construction or surveying, and experience in the field. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on wellbeing, along with career development and health benefits.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Health benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Building Surveyor role within housing, construction or property.
• Experience supervising multi-trade contracts from inception to completion.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking site inspections and surveys to identify required works.
• Producing work schedules and specifications for open-market tendering.
• Contract administration, including final accounts, valuations and CVIs.

Skills

Building Construction knowledge

Contract management

H&S legislation understanding

Specification writing

Time management

Strong communication skills

Education

HNC or higher in Building Construction / Surveying

Tools

MS Office

Tablets/iPads

Job description

Overview

Building Surveyor - 12-Month Fixed Term Contract | South West (Flexible - travel required) | 37 hours per week

We're currently working with a well-established housing association seeking a Building Surveyor to oversee one-off projects and leasehold works across the South West, including Dorset, Somerset, Hampshire and Wiltshire.

Role & Responsibilities

• Undertaking site inspections and surveys to identify required works
• Producing work schedules and specifications for open-market tendering
• Weekly site inspections and H&S checks in line with CDM duties
• Chairing and attending contractor progress meetings
• Quality control inspections at key project milestones
• Contract administration, including final accounts, valuations and CVIs
• Providing technical advice and practical solutions to building defects

About You

• HNC (or higher) qualification in Building Construction / Surveying
• Proven experience in a Building Surveyor role within housing, construction or property
• Strong knowledge of building fabrics, construction methods and defect diagnosis
• Experience supervising multi-trade contracts from inception to completion
• Confident in specification writing and contract management
• Solid understanding of H&S legislation and CDM regulations
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and budgets
• IT-literate (MS Office, tablets/iPads, and internal systems)
• Strong communicator, able to adapt your style for contractors, clients and residents
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential due to the regional nature of the role.

What\'s On Offer

• Flexible working arrangements
• Strong focus on wellbeing, including support programmes and health benefits
• Career development and training opportunities
• Defined contribution pension and life assurance
• Enhanced annual leave
• Volunteering days
• Discounts across retail, leisure, travel and more
• Recognition and reward initiatives