Building Surveyor

The Graduate Recruitment Specialist Ltd. Web; Shenstone, Woking, Cannock, East Horsley; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the insurance and construction sector is seeking a Building Surveyor to deliver expert surveying services across multiple locations. As a Building Surveyor, you will assess properties, producing comprehensive reports and recommendations, while enjoying flexibility through a hybrid role that includes home-based and field work.

Benefits

Hybrid working arrangement

Dedicated scheduling support

Continuous training and professional development

Company pension program

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Building Surveyor.
• CITB Health & Safety qualification required.
• Full UK driving licence necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site surveys and produce detailed reports.
• Identify defects and advise on remedial works.
• Prepare bill of quantities and safety assessments.

Skills

Building Surveying

Construction Methodologies

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Microsoft Office

Health & Safety Regulations

Insurance Industry Knowledge

Job description

Location Northamptonshire, Guildford/Woking, and Cannock/Litchfield Salary Extremely Competitive Sector Insurance/Construction

Degree Discipline & Classification Relevant qualifications

UCAS Points N/A

Degree Discipline & Classification Relevant qualifications UCAS Points N/A Job Ref TGR3123

About Our Client

Culture – Everyone Matters.

Everyone has a voice and the chance to make a difference. Their training ensures everyone has the opportunity to gain funded professional qualifications and continuous personal development. Teamwork is a fundamental part of how they work and as a collective unit we focus on achieving their goals together. Having fun, working hard and sharing in the company’s success ensures they keep true to their ethos.

NATURE OF BUSINESS:

Our client offers a fresh approach to a traditionally overlooked sector. They are passionate about putting their customers first above all things. They are a true leader within their sector with a team that has more than a century of combined experience. This makes them the go-to experts for their client’s third-party damage claims, no matter how bizarre or quirky. Employing their own team of specialist site operatives, allowing them to handle everything from claims to repairs in one smooth process.

Company Accreditations:

The Client is passionate about training within their organisation. Their employees are able to progress their professional qualifications and continually develop their skills within the industry.

With roots firmly in repair and construction, dealing with unusual and sometimes unconventional projects, they have set out to become a repair and construction company with a real difference.

They are members of the Charted Institute of Building (CIOB) and undertake professional qualifications within the membership to expand knowledge and experience in the industry. Their staff members also undertake examinations and progression through the Charted Institute of Insurance (CII) and other professional bodies dependent on the role.

Northamptonshire based

Guildford/Woking based

Cannock/Litchfield

Due to continued business growth our client has three opportunities within the building surveying division across three different geographical locations.

Northamptonshire, Guildford/Woking and Cannock/Litchfield.

You will be delivering expert surveying services in response to new client claims. You will assess a range of properties and buildings in your area, including their surfaces such as driveways, gardens, and landscaping—identifying necessary repairs and providing clear, detailed reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site surveys of properties and buildings, including their surfaces such as driveways, gardens, and landscaping
• Produce comprehensive reports with detailed recommendations in line with our clients’ indemnity
• Identify defects and advise on effective remedial works
• Provide guidance on proposed alterations and improvements, including realistic timelines
• Prepare bill of quantities (BoQ), schedules of work, and safety assessments
• Advise on relevant legal and planning matters
• Adhere to internal reporting standards

What is on Offer

• Flexibility: A hybrid role with a mix of home-based, office, and regular site visits
• Support: Scheduling and diary management are handled by a dedicated assistant, allowing you to focus on core surveying duties
• Stability: An established client base and a consistent, reliable workload

Skills Required

• Proven experience working as a Building Surveyor
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Flexible approach to working hours to accommodate workload peaks
• Professional and presentable, both on-site and over the phone
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, legislation, regulations, rectification techniques, and current material costs
• Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and various surveying software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong grammar and spelling
• Organised, honest, and a reliable team player
• CITB Health & Safety qualification
• Experience assessing buildings for damage caused by insured perils or working within the insurance industry
• Excellent progression
• Company pension
• Support to continue training

HOURS OF WORK: 8.45-5.00pm Monday to Friday – Northampton office and home-based, with regular field work

LOCATIONS AVAILABLE:

• Northamptonshire based
• Guildford/Woking based
• Cannock/Litchfield

HEALTH & SAFETY: No current issues to report on site

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