Building Surveyor (North)

Exchange Street Claims ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance firm in Manchester is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to project manage domestic and commercial perils and subsidence claims. The successful candidate will assess properties, prepare reports, negotiate settlements, and ensure compliance with industry standards. Ideal applicants will have at least 5 years of relevant experience and a degree in Building Surveying. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in domestic insurance perils claims surveying or a related field.
• Relevant qualification (BSc Hons Building Surveying, MCIOB, Assoc / MRICS, or working towards one).
• Good knowledge of building construction, materials, and repair techniques.

Responsibilities

• Visiting properties to assess damage and causes.
• Preparing detailed reports and cost estimates.
• Negotiating settlements with insured and contractors.
• Managing claims process and ensuring compliance.
• Collaborating with claims team members.

Skills

Negotiation

Customer satisfaction

Knowledge of building construction

Education

BSc Hons Building Surveying

Job description

Overview

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.

In this role, you’ll 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

• 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