Building Surveyor (North)

Exchange Street Executive Search; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to manage both domestic and commercial claims in Manchester. The role involves assessing damage, preparing reports, and negotiating settlements. Ideal candidates should have over 5 years of experience and relevant qualifications in building surveying. This position offers an opportunity to lead claims processes while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in domestic insurance perils claims surveying.
• Relevant qualifications in building surveying.
• Strong knowledge of building construction and repair techniques.

Responsibilities

• Visit insured properties to assess damage.
• Prepare detailed damage reports and estimates.
• Negotiate claims settlements.
• Manage the claims process ensuring compliance.
• Collaborate with claims team members.

Skills

Experience in claims surveying

Negotiation skills

Customer satisfaction focus

Knowledge of building construction

Education

BSc Hons Building Surveying

MCIOB

Assoc / MRICS (or working towards)

Job description

Due to expansion, out client is looking to recruit a Building Surveyor to project manage domestic and commercial perils and subsidence claims from start to finish.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will be:

• Visiting the insured properties and assessing the extent and cause of the damage
• Preparing detailed reports and estimates of the repair or replacement costs
• Negotiating and agreeing the settlement of claims with the insured, insurers, and contractors
• Managing the claims process from start to finish, ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction and compliance with industry standards and regulations
• Working closely with other members of the claims team, such as claims handlers, loss adjusters, and engineers

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in domestic insurance perils claims surveying or a related field
• A relevant qualification, such as BSc Hons Building Surveying, MCIOB, Assoc / MRICS, (or working towards one)
• A good knowledge of building construction, materials, and repair techniques