Building Surveyor - Damp & Mould

MMP Consultancy Limited; Harlow; On-site; GBP 14,612,000 - 16,088,000; Part time

Job summary

MMP Consultancy is recruiting an experienced Building Surveyor (Damp & Mould) in Harlow, Essex to join a housing organisation on an initial 12-month contract. You will carry out inspections, diagnose damp and mould, and oversee remedial works to ensure safe, healthy homes.

The role requires strong technical knowledge, report writing, and contractor oversight, with on-site work a minimum of four days per week and a daily rate of £400 Umbrella.

Qualifications

• Proven building surveying experience in housing or residential property maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of damp, mould, condensation and building pathology.
• Experience diagnosing property defects and specifying remedial works.
• Familiarity with housing legislation and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive inspections of residential properties to diagnose damp, mould and condensation issues.
• Identify root causes of building defects and recommend remedial works.
• Produce detailed reports, specifications and recommendations for repairs.
• Oversee contractors and monitor repair works for quality and timeliness.
• Maintain records and liaise with residents, contractors and internal teams.

Skills

Building surveying

Damp & mould

Contract management

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Job description

Building Surveyor - Damp & Mould

Location: Harlow, Essex

Rate: £400 per day (Umbrella)

Contract: Temporary - 12 Months

Hours: Full Time

Working Arrangement: Minimum 4 days per week on-site

Closing Date: 21st October 2026

The Opportunity

MMP Consultancy is currently recruiting for an experienced Building Surveyor (Damp & Mould) to join a housing organisation based in Harlow, Essex, on an initial 12-month contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled surveyor to play a key role in improving housing conditions, tackling damp, mould and condensation issues, and ensuring residents have access to safe, healthy and well-maintained homes. The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out detailed property inspections, identifying underlying causes of damp and mould, and overseeing effective remedial solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive inspections of residential properties to diagnose damp, mould and condensation issues.
• Identify root causes of building defects, including structural issues, ventilation problems and moisture ingress.
• Produce detailed technical reports, specifications and recommendations for remedial works.
• Oversee contractors and monitor repair works to ensure quality, compliance and timely completion.
• Ensure compliance with Awaab's Law, housing standards and relevant health and safety legislation.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports and case management documentation.
• Liaise with residents, contractors and internal teams, providing clear communication throughout the investigation and repair process.
• Support the delivery of long-term improvements to housing conditions and property maintenance standards.

About You

• Proven experience in building surveying, ideally within social housing or residential property maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge of damp, mould, condensation and building pathology.
• Experience diagnosing property defects and specifying appropriate remedial works.
• Good understanding of Awaab's Law, housing legislation and property compliance requirements.
• Experience managing contractors and monitoring repair programmes.
• Excellent report-writing, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently while maintaining high standards of service.

What's on Offer?

• £400 per day (Umbrella)
• Initial 12-month contract
• Full-time opportunity
• Minimum 4 days per week on-site in Harlow
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to housing conditions and resident wellbeing