Disrepair Surveyor

Reed Specialist Recruitment; Reading; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment has an opportunity for an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to support housing clients in managing landlord disrepair obligations. You will inspect properties, assess disrepair claims, and prepare concise technical reports to inform remedial works.

The role requires site visits in the Reading area, collaboration with tenants and contractors, and ensuring compliance with housing legislation and standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent) required.
• Experience as a Disrepair Surveyor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of landlord disrepair obligations and housing legislation.
• Ability to produce clear, concise technical reports.

Responsibilities

• Conduct property inspections to assess disrepair issues.
• Prepare detailed reports with causes, extent of defects and remedial works.
• Manage disrepair claims in line with landlord obligations.
• Coordinate with tenants, contractors and stakeholders to resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with current housing regulations and standards.
• Provide technical advice on building defects and maintenance.

Skills

Disrepair surveying

Stakeholder management

Technical reporting

Contract management

Social housing experience

Education

Building Surveying degree

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to support our client with managing landlord disrepair obligations. The successful candidate will play a key role in surveying residential properties, assessing disrepair claims, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing legislation and standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct property inspections to assess disrepair issues.
• Prepare detailed reports, including cause, extent of defects, and recommended remedial works.
• Manage and respond to disrepair claims in line with landlord obligations.
• Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution.
• Ensure compliance with current housing legislation, regulations, and best practice.
• Provide technical advice on building defects and maintenance requirements.

Role Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Disrepair Surveyor or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of landlord disrepair obligations and housing legislation.
• Minimum qualification: Degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent qualification).
• Ability to produce clear, concise technical reports.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience within social housing or local authority environments.
• Knowledge of Schedule of Rates and contract management.

The role will require office attendance and site visits within the Reading area.

Rate negiotable