Building Surveyor - Diagnostic

Belmont Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Building Surveyor – Diagnostic for Islington Council, initially for a 3-6 month contract with potential for a permanent position. The role includes diagnosing building defects, preparing reports, and managing repair issues. Significant experience in building surveying and relevant qualifications are essential. The position offers full-time hours and a negotiable rate depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable post qualification experience of BSc Building and 2 years post qualification experience.
• Experience in building surveying and proven supervisory experience.
• Ability to carry out surveys and diagnose defects in all types of Council owned properties.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose the cause of repair issues and arrange for works to be carried out.
• Carry out building inspections to diagnose the cause of building defects.
• Prepare reports for high-value repair panel and senior managers.

Skills

Building surveying

Report drafting

Diagnostic ability

Education

HND/C Building

BSc Building

Job description

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representing Islington Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experienc.

Role Overview

Building Surveyor – Diagnostic

Location: N7 9QH

Key Responsibilities

• To deal with repair issue cases referred to them, diagnose the cause and arrange for works to be carried out. This will include the assessment of condensation cases and drafting reports for presentation to the High Value Repair Panel.
• Carry out building inspections as necessary to diagnose the cause of building defects, raise work orders using National Housing Federation Schedule of Rates or specifications as appropriate.
• Prepare reports relating to condensation in compliance with the LBI Condensation Protocol.
• Assist in the preparation of reports for senior managers, including those of a policy or strategic nature.
• Produce professional technical reports and present them to the High Value Repair Panel.
• Manage subsidence and structural failure cases in association with specialist external consultants.

Key Qualifications

• HND/C Building with demonstrable post qualification experience of BSc Building and 2 years post qualification experience.
• Shown experience in Building surveying and proven supervisory experience.
• Ability to carry out surveys and diagnose defects in all types of Council owned properties.
• Ability to write and prepare specifications for repairs and maintenance work and major repairs and planned maintenance contracts.

How to Apply

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed).

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Job Info

Job Title: Building Surveyor – Diagnostic

Company: Belmont Recruitment

Location: (not specified)

Posted: Oct 15th 2025

Closes: (not specified)

Sector: Manufacturing & Surveying

Contract: Contract

Hours: Full Time

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