DFG Surveyor (Disabled Facilities Grant )

TSA Surveying Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible / hybrid working arrangements

Meaningful projects to support safe,独立

Ongoing training and development

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Direct impact on residents' quality of

Job summary

TSA Surveying Ltd is seeking an experienced DFG Surveyor to join our housing adaptations team, delivering essential home modification works funded through the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) scheme. You will assess, design and deliver adaptations in partnership with Occupational Therapists and contractors.

Based in Colchester with hybrid and site-based work, this permanent role offers varied projects, ongoing training and the chance to make a real difference to residents living independently at

Qualifications

• Experience in building surveying, architecture, or construction management.
• Strong knowledge of domestic construction and accessibility standards.
• Understanding of DFG processes (preferred but not essential).
• Ability to produce and interpret technical drawings (AutoCAD desirable).
• Experience managing contractors and site works.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site visits.

Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed home surveys to assess suitability for adaptations.
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists to determine client requirements.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and schedules of work.
• Produce accurate cost estimates and feasibility assessments.
• Manage DFG cases from initial assessment through to completion.
• Oversee contractors and ensure works are delivered to specification.
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and progress monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations (Part M) and health & safety standards.
• Liaise with residents, families, contractors, and council officers.
• Manage variations, valuations, and project documentation.

Skills

Building surveying

Construction management

Accessibility standards

AutoCAD

Contractor management

Communication

Driving licence

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

We are seeking an experienced DFG Surveyor to join our housing adaptations team, delivering essential home modification works funded through the Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) scheme.

You will play a key role in enabling residents with disabilities to live safely and independently in their homes by assessing, designing, and delivering suitable adaptations in partnership with Occupational Therapists and contractors.

Location: Colchester / Hybrid / Site-based across local authority area

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (DOE)

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out detailed home surveys to assess suitability for adaptations
• Work closely with Occupational Therapists (OTs) to determine client requirements
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications, and schedules of work
• Produce accurate cost estimates and feasibility assessments
• Manage DFG cases from initial assessment through to completion
• Oversee contractors and ensure works are delivered to specification
• Conduct site inspections, quality checks, and progress monitoring
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations (Part M) and health & safety standards
• Liaise with residents, families, contractors, and council officers
• Manage variations, valuations, and project documentation

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in building surveying, architecture, or construction management
• Strong knowledge of domestic construction and accessibility standards
• Understanding of Disabled Facilities Grant (DFG) processes (preferred but not essential)
• Ability to produce and interpret technical drawings (AutoCAD desirable)
• Experience managing contractors and site works
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to site visits

What We Offer

• Flexible / hybrid working arrangements
• Varied and meaningful project work supporting independent living
• Supportive multidisciplinary team (including OTs and housing officers)
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• Opportunity to make a direct impact on vulnerable residents' quality of life