Building Surveyor

Paradigm Housing Group; Loudwater; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradigm Housing Group in Loudwater is seeking an experienced Surveyor to support their Surveying Services Department. This role involves conducting a variety of building surveys, providing expert advice, and managing project budgets. The ideal candidate should have a professional qualification in surveying, a minimum of five years’ experience, and strong problem-solving and communication skills. Hours are Mon-Fri from 9-5:30pm, with some flexibility. A full driving license and business-use insurance are required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience diagnosing residential defects.
• Full driving licence and vehicle insured for business use.

Responsibilities

• Carry out a wide range of surveys and inspections.
• Provide expert support to the development department.
• Write specifications for project works.
• Assist in developing junior Surveyors.

Skills

Property-related expert advice

Building survey experience

KPI and target management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Professional Qualification (CIOB, RIBA, RICS)

Building Surveying or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Proprietary asset management software

Job description

Want to utilise your technical and management skills within a values-driven housing organisation? We are searching for a truly exceptional individual for our Surveying Services Department, which is an integral part of the Property Services Directorate.

Reporting to the Surveying Services Manager, you will carry out surveying activities within the Surveying Services Department. The Department’s work includes surveying for Estate Improvements, Damp and Mould, Fire Risk Assessment remediation, Mutual Exchanges, EPCs, Retrofit Assessments, Insurance Claims, Home Improvements, Structural Repairs, Major Voids, Investment Works Pre and Post Inspections, and Litigation Inspections including Disrepair, HHSRS, Fitness for Human Habitation assessments. The scope of survey work you carry out will be within your own area of competence. You will need to be organised, disciplined and flexible; around 60% of your time will be spent on-site, the remainder in office. The work is interesting and varied, and you will work alongside a team who are passionate, friendly and knowledgeable.

The Department is led by an experienced Chartered Surveyor. You will work alongside other experienced and competent Surveyors and Inspectors who will look to you for help and advice. You will need to work collaboratively and to a high standard. A part of your role will be to assist in the development of junior Surveyors and to provide technical training to colleagues outside the Department.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing property-related expert advice and support
• Carrying out a wide range of surveys and inspections, including damp and mould, structural defects, insurance scopes, major voids, disrepair or litigation surveys, HHSRS or FHH assessments.
• Carrying out inspections with, or accompanying, third parties such as Joint Experts, Environmental Health Officers, Loss Adjusters, or Investment Works contractors.
• Writing specifications for remedial or project works arising from inspections.
• Supporting the Development department with post-inspections and handovers.
• Promoting continuous departmental development.
• Assisting the Surveying Services Manager in allocating building surveys across the team.
• Assisting the Surveying Services Manager with options appraisals and regeneration opportunities.

To Be Successful In This Role You Should Have

• Professional Qualification (CIOB, RIBA, RICS) or equivalent surveying experience.
• A qualification in Building Surveying or Building Construction or Building Engineering (diploma, HNC, degree) with a minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience carrying out a range of building surveys.
• Experience working to KPIs and targets.
• Experience managing project budgets and contract administration.
• Experience effectively diagnosing defects especially in residential properties.
• A methodical approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and numerical skills.
• Excellent IT skills, especially in Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Experience with proprietary asset management software or CAD is desirable.
• Excellent customer service standards.
• Excellent communication skills over the phone, by email or the written word.
• Experience working to timescales producing high quality documents and deliverables to meet our Customer Service Standards.
• A full driving licence and vehicle, insured for business use, is required.

Work Pattern

Mon-Fri 37 hrs per week: 9-5.30pm Mon-Thurs, 9-5pm Fri with some flexibility.