Building Surveyor

The Graduate Recruitment Specialist Ltd. Web; Lichfield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Building Surveyor to conduct on-site surveys of properties and provide expert assessments. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of home-based and site visits, supported by a dedicated assistant for scheduling. Applicants should have proven experience in building surveying and a strong understanding of construction methodologies. The position ensures professional growth with access to training and a structured career progression pathway, alongside competitive benefits including a pension scheme and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Company pension which increases with time served

Industry leading maternity policy

£500 wellbeing payment at annual review

Loyalty bonus at milestone years

Support for continued training

Company vehicle & Fuel Card

Qualifications

• Must have flexibility in working hours to accommodate workload peaks.
• Must be organized, honest, and a reliable team player.
• Professional and presentable both on-site and over the phone.

Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site surveys of properties and buildings.
• Produce reports with detailed recommendations.
• Identify defects and advise on effective remedial works.

Skills

Proven experience working as a Building Surveyor

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel

Strong understanding of construction methodologies

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

CITB Health & Safety qualification

Experience assessing buildings for damage

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Surveying software

Job description

Everyone has a voice and the chance to make a difference. Their training ensures everyone has the opportunity to gain funded professional qualifications and continuous personal development. Teamwork is a fundamental part of how they work and as a collective unit we focus on achieving their goals together. Having fun, working hard and sharing in the company’s success ensures they keep true to their ethos.

NATURE OF BUSINESS:

Our client offers a fresh approach to a traditionally overlooked sector. They are passionate about putting their customers first above all things. They are a true leader within their sector with a team that has more than a century of combined experience. This makes them the go-to experts for their client’s third-party damage claims, no matter how bizarre or quirky. Employing their own team of specialist site operatives, allowing them to handle everything from claims to repairs in one smooth process.

Company Accreditations:

The Client is passionate about training within their organisation. Their employees are able to progress their professional qualifications and continually develop their skills within the industry.

With roots firmly in repair and construction, dealing with unusual and sometimes unconventional projects, they have set out to become a repair and construction company with a real difference.

They are members of the Charted Institute of Building (CIOB) and undertake professional qualifications within the membership to expand knowledge and experience in the industry. Their staff members also undertake examinations and progression through the Charted Institute of Insurance (CII) and other professional bodies dependent on the role.

Due to continued business growth, we have opportunities within our building surveying division.

You will be delivering expert surveying services in response to new client claims. You will assess a range of properties and buildings in your area, including their surfaces such as driveways, gardens, and landscaping—identifying necessary repairs and providing clear, detailed reports.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct on-site surveys of properties and buildings, including their surfaces such as driveways, gardens, and landscaping
• Produce comprehensive reports with detailed recommendations in line with our clients’ indemnity
• Identify defects and advise on effective remedial works
• Provide guidance on proposed alterations and improvements, including realistic timelines
• Prepare bill of quantities (BoQ), schedules of work, and safety assessments
• Advise on relevant legal and planning matters
• Adhere to internal reporting standards

What We Offer

• Flexibility: A hybrid role with a mix of home-based, office, and regular site visits
• Support: Scheduling and diary management are handled by a dedicated assistant, allowing you to focus on core surveying duties
• Stability: An established client base and a consistent, reliable workload

Skills Required

• Proven experience working as a Building Surveyor
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
• Flexible approach to working hours to accommodate workload peaks
• Professional and presentable, both on-site and over the phone
• Strong understanding of construction methodologies, legislation, regulations, rectification techniques, and current material costs
• Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and various surveying software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong grammar and spelling
• Organised, honest, and a reliable team player
• CITB Health & Safety qualification
• Experience assessing buildings for damage caused by insured perils or working within the insurance industry
• Excellent progression.
• Company pension which increases with time served
• An industry leading maternity policy
• £500 wellbeing payment at annual review
• Loyalty bonus at milestone years
• Support to continue training and paid for professional qualifications
• Access to a Rising Stars programme and equal support for mental and physical wellbeing.
• Company vehicle & Fuel Card

HOURS OF WORK: 8.45-5.00pm Monday to Friday – Northampton office and home-based, with regular field work

HOLIDAY:25 days plus bank holidays, an extra 16 hours of time off in lieu taken at no more than two-hour slots which equates to the total of 27 days plus bank holidays. An additional day is also given for your Birthday if it falls on a weekday.

HEALTH & SAFETY: No current issues to report on site

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