Building Surveyor-Housing Disrepair

TN United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social housing provider seeks a Building Surveyor specializing in housing disrepair cases. The role involves conducting inspections, preparing reports, and ensuring compliance with housing legislation. The ideal candidate will have significant experience and relevant qualifications, including a degree in Building Surveying and membership in the RICS.

Benefits

Local authority pension scheme

Flexible working

28 days leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Significant recent relevant experience in building surveying.
• Track record of delivering complex complaints and Disrepair cases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed property inspections for disrepair issues.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and recommendations.
• Liaise with tenants and legal teams to resolve disputes.

Skills

Building Surveying

Contract Management

Team Management

Knowledge of CDM Regulations

Understanding of Construction Materials

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Degree in Building Surveying

Individual Membership of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors

IOSH Managing Safely Certificate

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Northampton, United Kingdom

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Posted:

17.05.2025

Expiry Date:

01.07.2025

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Job Description:

A well-established Social Housing provider has an exciting new position for a Housing Repair Surveyor that will focus on Disrepair cases.

This role will focus on Disrepair/Damp, Mould and Condensation, as well as cases related to fire damage and structural issues.

The Role

Working as part of the Plex Case Team with the Property Directorate Management Team, you will provide insight, experience, and direction to your team. You will lead in delivering complex cases through a dedicated team, responsible for all cases within a defined operating area. You will have experience with various contract delivery models, ensuring customer involvement and safety are your priorities. Your role is to provide efficient and effective oversight of complex works.

• Conduct detailed property inspections to identify disrepair issues, including damp, mould, structural defects, and other maintenance concerns.
• Prepare accurate, comprehensive reports and provide recommendations for remedial actions in line with legislative requirements and best practices.
• Liaise with tenants, landlords, and legal teams to investigate complaints and resolve disputes effectively.
• Ensure compliance with relevant housing legislation, including the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.
• Work collaboratively with contractors, maintenance teams, and external stakeholders to oversee repair works and ensure quality standards.
• Provide expert witness statements for legal proceedings, if required.
• Maintain up-to-date records and documentation.

The Person

The successful candidate will have significant recent relevant experience and professional qualifications in a related field. They will have a track record of successfully delivering diverse work programmes, complex complaints, and Disrepair cases in a public sector or commercial environment.

• Degree in Building Surveying
• Individual Membership of Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors
• IOSH Managing Safely Certificate
• Skills, Knowledge & Experience:
• Considerable experience in similar building surveying duties
• Working knowledge of current CDM regulations
• Knowledge of Contract Management issues
• Understanding of construction materials
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages
• Ability to manage and direct a small team of maintenance operatives

What you'll get in return

Salary of £46,967 and a local authority pension scheme, flexible working, 28 days leave plus bank holidays.