Building Surveyor - Local Govt - Housing - Repairs

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

Job summary

A public sector organisation in London is seeking a Building Surveyor for a 3-month full-time contract with a rate of up to £40 per hour. The role involves conducting property inspections, preparing technical specifications, and managing repairs across residential properties. Strong technical knowledge in building maintenance and relevant qualifications are required. This position offers an opportunity for professional development and impactful public service delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge of building defects and maintenance.
• Ability to write technical specifications and assess repairs.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations and NHF Schedule of Rates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property inspections to identify defects.
• Prepare specifications and reports for complex cases.
• Oversee works on-site and assess contractor performance.
• Manage fire/flood insurance claims in liaison with consultants.
• Contribute to quality assurance and policy development.

Skills

Building defect identification

Technical specification writing

Contractor management

Knowledge of building legislation

Excellent communication skills

Education

HND/C or BSc in Building/Surveying

Job description

Building Surveyor - Repairs - Local Council - Defects - Building Regs - Maintenance - Building Legislation - CDM Regulations - Up to 40 an hour - 3+ months - London

Role: Building Surveyor
Location: London
Hourly rate: Up to 40 per hour

Contract: Full-time 3+ months

A public sector organisation is seeking a skilled Building Surveyor to join their Housing Property Services team, supporting the delivery of high-quality repairs and maintenance across residential properties. An initial 3 month contract with the opportunity to go permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct property inspections to identify defects and diagnose repair needs
• Prepare specifications, reports, and recommendations for works including complex cases such as structural issues or condensation
• Oversee works on-site, assess contractor performance, and approve variations/payments
• Manage fire/flood insurance claims and subsidence cases in liaison with consultants
• Contribute to quality assurance, policy development, and compliance with health and safety regulations
• Represent the service in meetings, including preparation and presentation of technical reports

Requirements

• HND/C or BSc in Building/Surveying, or equivalent experience
• Strong technical knowledge of building defects, maintenance, and legislation
• Ability to write technical specifications, assess repairs, and manage contractors
• Excellent communication, IT, and report-writing skills
• Knowledge of building codes, CDM regulations, and NHF Schedule of Rates

This role offers an opportunity to make a real impact in the delivery of public housing services, with professional development and training supported. If you are interested in hearing more please contact me on (url removed)

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