Building Surveyor

Rand Associates; Exeter; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the surveying sector is seeking a dedicated Building Surveyor to join their Net Zero team. This role involves undertaking Retrofit Assessments, conducting detailed inspections, and collaborating with team members to meet regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Building Surveying or relevant experience, demonstrating strong detail orientation and client-focused skills. A competitive salary with additional benefits including a car allowance and performance bonuses is offered.

Benefits

26 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Car Allowance of 3,600 per annum paid monthly

Company pension scheme

Christmas bonus scheme

Performance bonuses

Training courses available

Qualifications

• Graduate in Building Surveying or a related discipline.
• Good IT and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections relating to energy efficiency.
• Manage diary appointments effectively using relevant software.
• Communicate survey progress with office staff and clients.

Skills

Good IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Client-focused approach

Education

BSc in Building Surveying or related discipline

Job description

Job Title: Building Surveyor

Location: South West, Devon and Somerset (potential for UK wide required travel expenses and accommodation covered)

Salary: 24,000 - 28,000 depending on skills and experience

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5.30pm, or as demanded by specific projects.

About us:

Rand Associates provides surveying services, consultancy, and software products to the social housing sector. Our clients include housing associations, local authorities, building contractors and consultants. We have offices in Reigate, Surrey, Birkenhead, Wirral and Devon.

We are part of the M3 Housing group of companies. M3 publish the M3NHF Schedule of Rates and a range of associated products used for property maintenance, including M3Central, M3Vision and M3Pamwin. See our website for more details.

About the role:

We are looking for a diligent and detail-oriented Building Surveyor to join our Net Zero team. The successful candidate will be responsible for undertaking Retrofit Assessments, EPCs and other surveys including assessing the condition of housing stock, identifying maintenance needs, and ensuring properties meet regulatory standards. The position will report directly to the Head of Net Zero and collaborate closely with the rest of the team to ensure effective project execution.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

The role of the Building Surveyor consists of the following:

• Working through a list of properties or assets by calling at them, arranging appointments ahead of schedule and/or attending pre-arranged appointments.
• Diary management including using outlook and/or booking apps to arrange future appointments.
• Undertaking detailed inspections of the fabric and services of properties in relation to the energy efficiency of each dwelling.
• Highlighting any immediate health and safety, damp/mould, defects, safeguarding and/or other issues where applicable.
• Using data collection software to collect stock condition data on an iPad.
• Communicating effectively on survey progress with office-based staff and liaise with client representative and other parties.

This job description only contains the main accountabilities relating to the role and does not describe in detail all the duties required to carry them out.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be a graduate from a building surveying or construction related degree discipline looking to gain valuable experience within the industry or a candidate with previous experience within the industry as a building surveyor, domestic energy assessor or similar.

• Good IT skills and interpersonal skills with client focused approach.
• The ability to work as part of a team.
• A diligent and detail-oriented approach.
• A can-do attitude

Essential Requirements:

• A qualification at BSc level or above in Building Surveying or a related discipline (either achieved or being worked towards). Alternatively demonstrable experience within the PAS2035 Assessment, domestic energy assessment or wider surveying/ construction sector.
• Travelling and overnight stays may be a part of this role. Please give this careful consideration prior to applying.
• A full driving Licence and use of your own vehicle (Car Allowance and Mileage Paid)
• This role requires a DBS check to be carried out

Benefits:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Car Allowance 3,600 per annum (paid monthly)
• Company pension scheme
• Christmas bonus scheme
• Performance bonuses
• Training courses available to all, led by employee aspirations.
• Chance to learn new skills, take on further responsibilities, driven by you.

Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV for this role.

Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Architectural Surveyor, Property Inspector, Building Engineer, Property Surveyor, Property Inspection Clerk, Building Inspection Clerk, Project Manager, Building Control Team Leader, Building Services Manager, Surveyor Team Leader, Senior Technical Manager, Technical Team Leader, Building Inspector, Building Control Officer, Construction Surveyor may also be considered for this role.