Building Surveyor – Contracts & Repairs (Hybrid)

Riverside Group; Dartford; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Riverside Group in Dartford, Kent is seeking a Building Surveyor on a permanent basis. You will manage surveys, diagnose defects, specify repairs and monitor contractor delivery across social housing projects while ensuring value for money and compliance.

The role requires strong contract administration skills, cost control and collaboration with health and safety teams. The position offers hybrid working from Dartford with a focus on delivering resident-oriented improvements.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND, degree or equivalent in Building Surveying or related discipline.
• Experience surveying and diagnosing building defects in social housing or similar environments.
• Knowledge of building construction, maintenance methods and repairs.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional surveying, contract administration and technical assurance across repairs and maintenance workstreams.
• Agree scopes, specifications and work orders for subcontractors.
• Monitor subcontractor delivery, inspect works and validate quality and cost.
• Prepare and agree schedules of work and variations.
• Review invoices and support resolution of payment queries.
• Support continuous improvement and data-driven decisions within the Contract Management Framework.

Skills

Building surveying

Contract management

Cost frameworks

Written and verbal communication

Education

HNC/HND or degree in Building Surveying

Tools

Schedule of rates

Job description

Riverside Group in Dartford, Kent is seeking a Building Surveyor on a permanent basis. You will manage surveys, diagnose defects, specify repairs and monitor contractor delivery across social housing projects while ensuring value for money and compliance.

The role requires strong contract administration skills, cost control and collaboration with health and safety teams. The position offers hybrid working from Dartford with a focus on delivering resident-oriented improvements.