Building Surveyor – Diagnostics – AR

Carrington Blake Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is looking for a Building Surveyor – Diagnostics based in Greater London. The role involves diagnosing building defects and ensuring effective repair solutions, focusing on damp and mould issues. Candidates should have strong analytical skills and the ability to produce accurate specifications. This position requires site visits and offers a professional environment with proactive workload management. A surveying qualification is desirable, with a strong emphasis on communication and organisation skills.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to diagnose building defects and specify remedial actions.
• Strong understanding of building construction and pathology.
• Well organised and proactive in managing workload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections of residential properties to diagnose defects.
• Provide evidence-based recommendations for remedial works.
• Prepare detailed specifications using a Schedule of Rates.

Skills

Diagnosing building defects

Understanding of damp, mould, condensation

Producing accurate specifications

Good communication skills

Education

Surveying or construction-related qualification

Job description

Job Title: Building Surveyor – Diagnostics

Location

Office based, with site visits as required. (Access to pool vehicles provided)

Job Purpose

To provide a specialist diagnostic surveying service, identifying building defects, determining root causes, and specifying appropriate remedial works. The role focuses on building pathology, particularly issues relating to damp, mould, and condensation, ensuring effective, compliant, and cost-controlled repair solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out inspections of residential properties to diagnose building defects, identifying causes rather than symptoms.
• Provide clear, evidence-based recommendations for appropriate remedial works.
• Demonstrate strong understanding of building pathology, including damp, mould, condensation, and general construction defects.
• Prepare detailed specifications of works, using a Schedule of Rates (SoR) to define scope, materials, and workmanship.
• Ensure recommended solutions represent best value and are technically appropriate.
• Manage a personal caseload, prioritising work effectively and meeting required timescales.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and technical documentation.
• Liaise professionally with internal teams, contractors, and other stakeholders as required.
• Undertake site visits as necessary, using pool vehicles where required.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

Essential

• Proven ability to diagnose building defects and specify remedial actions.
• Good working knowledge of building construction and pathology.
• Strong understanding of damp, mould, and condensation issues.
• Ability to produce clear and accurate specifications of works using a Schedule of Rates.
• Well organised, proactive, and able to manage own diary and workload.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Desirable

• A surveying or construction-related qualification.
• Experience working within social housing or residential property environments.
• Previous experience in a diagnostic or defects-focused surveying role.

Personal Attributes

• Methodical and analytical approach to problem solving.
• Attention to detail and commitment to getting to the root cause of issues.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Professional, resident-focused, and solutions-driven.