Building Surveyor

Michael Page; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Healthcare benefits

Matched pension contributions 4%-8%

Life assurance

Employee discount platform

Ongoing professional development

Support toward professional membership

Specialist repairs team exposure

Autonomy and responsibility

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking an experienced Damp & Mould Surveyor, Building Surveyor, or Repairs Surveyor to investigate complex residential defects and deliver lasting technical solutions. The role sits within a specialist repairs team working across occupied homes in the Midlands.

You will manage inspections, diagnose defects, produce technical reports and schedules of work, and coordinate specialist contractors to ensure high-quality, compliant repairs and long-term resolutions for residents.

Qualifications

• Experienced residential property professional with strong surveying background.
• Demonstrated damp and mould investigations in residential settings.
• Experience with housing disrepair or complex repairs is a plus.
• Ability to diagnose building defects and propose remedial solutions.
• Proven skill in producing technical reports and schedules of work.
• Experience managing contractors and repair works across occupied properties.

Responsibilities

• Investigate damp and mould cases in line with housing standards and Awaab's Law requirements.
• Carry out detailed inspections across occupied properties.
• Diagnose root causes of defects using evidence-based surveying techniques.
• Produce clear technical reports, specifications and schedules of work.
• Manage specialist contractors throughout the repair process.
• Undertake pre- and post-inspections to ensure quality and compliance.

Skills

Residential surveying

Damp & mould investigations

Building pathology

Repair coordination

Occupied property inspections

Technical reporting

Contractor management

Documentation & records

Customer-focused service

Job description

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Damp & Mould Surveyor, Building Surveyor, or Repairs Surveyor to investigate complex residential building defects and deliver lasting technical solutions. Working within a specialist repairs function, you'll manage inspections, diagnosis, technical reports, specifications, contractors and post-works quality assurance across occupied homes.

Client Details

Our client is a large, values-led housing provider with a substantial residential property portfolio across the Midlands and surrounding areas. They are committed to providing safe, affordable and well-maintained homes for their residents, while investing in the technical expertise of their property and repairs teams.

Description

• Investigate damp and mould cases in line with current housing standards and Awaab's Law requirements.
• Carry out detailed inspections across occupied residential properties.
• Diagnose the root cause of defects using evidence-based building surveying techniques.
• Investigate issues including: Damp and mould Water ingress Roofing defects Drainage issues Condensation Ventilation performance Building fabric deterioration
• Produce clear technical reports, specifications and schedules of work.
• Use the NHF Schedule of Rates when preparing repair specifications.
• Manage specialist contractors throughout the repair process.
• Undertake pre-inspections and post-inspections to ensure work has been completed to the correct quality standard.
• Support complex housing disrepair claims, complaints and Housing Ombudsman investigations.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to internal colleagues.
• Ensure recommendations address the underlying cause of issues rather than simply treating visible symptoms.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all cases are progressed professionally and efficiently.
• Support the wider specialist repairs team in delivering safe, compliant and long-term repair solutions.

Profile

The ideal candidate will be an experienced residential property professional with a strong technical surveying background and a genuine interest in building pathology and complex defect diagnosis.

You will ideally have experience in:

• Residential building surveying.
• Damp and mould investigations.
• Housing disrepair or complex repairs.
• Diagnosing building defects.
• Occupied property inspections.
• Producing technical reports and schedules of work.
• Managing contractors and repair works.
• Pre and post inspections.
• Working within social housing, local authority housing, housing associations, residential property or maintenance environments.
• Understanding resident-focused repairs and customer-sensitive cases.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary.
• 27 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Annual leave increasing with service up to 30 days.
• Option to purchase additional annual leave.
• Healthcare benefits.
• Matched pension contributions starting at 4%, increasing up to 8%.
• Life assurance.
• Employee discount and benefits platform.
• Ongoing professional development.
• Support towards professional membership where applicable.
• Opportunity to work in a specialist repairs team.
• Exposure to complex, high-profile and technically challenging repair cases.
• Genuine autonomy and responsibility.
• The chance to make a meaningful difference to resident's homes and lives