Insurance Repair Surveyor

Principal Property Services Limited; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle or car allowance

Mobile phone and laptop

Pension scheme

Annual leave entitlement

Professional development and training

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Principal Property Services Limited is seeking an Insurance Repair Surveyor to inspect properties damaged by insured events such as fire, flood, storm or subsidence. You will prepare repair scopes, estimate costs, and oversee projects to ensure high quality, safety and customer satisfaction.

You will liaise with insurers, loss adjusters and policyholders, manage contractor coordination, and monitor progress to ensure timely completion within budget.

Qualifications

• Experience in property surveying and insurance restoration is essential.
• Ability to interpret building plans and repair schedules.
• Strong project management and customer service skills.
• Proficient with MS Office and estimating software.
• Full UK driving licence and relevant professional membership.

Responsibilities

• Inspect properties after insured damage and assess the cause and extent.
• Prepare schedules of repair works and specifications.
• Estimate repair costs and keep within budgets.
• Manage repair projects and coordinate trades and suppliers.
• Liaise with insurers, loss adjusters and policyholders; provide progress updates.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety and quality standards.

Skills

Property surveying

Building repairs

Insurance restoration

Construction methods

Reading plans

Project management

Customer service

MS Office

Full UK driving licence

Insurance claims knowledge

Estimating software (Xactimate/Symbili

Professional membership

Education

HNC/HND or NVQ4 in Construction/Building Surveying

Tools

Xactimate

Symbility

Job description

Job Title:Insurance Repair Surveyor

Reports To:Contracts Manager / Operations Manager

Job Type :Full-Time

Role Purpose

The Insurance Repair Surveyor is responsible for inspecting and assessing properties damaged by insured events such as fire, flood, storm, impact damage, escape of water, and subsidence. The role involves preparing scopes of work, estimating repair costs, managing repair projects, and ensuring all restoration works are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required quality standards while maintaining excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

Surveying & Assessment

• Conduct detailed property inspections following insurance-related damage.
• Accurately identify the cause, extent, and nature of property damage.
• Prepare comprehensive schedules of repair works and specifications.
• Assess repair requirements in line with insurance company and loss adjuster instructions.
• Identify any health and safety risks associated with damaged properties.

Estimating & Cost Control

• Prepare accurate repair estimates using industry-standard estimating software.
• Ensure repair costs remain within approved budgets.
• Review contractor quotations and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Provide value engineering options where appropriate without compromising quality.

Project Management

• Manage insurance repair projects from initial survey through to final completion.
• Coordinate trades, subcontractors, suppliers, and specialist contractors.
• Monitor project progress and ensure works are completed on time and within budget.
• Carry out quality inspections during and upon completion of works.
• Resolve site issues and variations as they arise.

Client & Stakeholder Liaison

• Act as the main point of contact for policyholders throughout the repair process.
• Liaise with insurers, loss adjusters, contractors, and internal teams.
• Provide regular updates on project progress and expected completion dates.
• Handle customer concerns professionally and sensitively.

Compliance & Health and Safety

• Ensure all works comply with current building regulations and industry standards.
• Adhere to company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure contractors operate safely and maintain required documentation.
• Promote best practices in risk management and quality assurance.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Experience in property surveying, building repairs, or insurance restoration.
• Strong knowledge of residential and commercial construction methods.
• Ability to interpret building plans, specifications, and repair schedules.
• Excellent project management and organisational skills.
• Strong customer service and communication abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Full UK driving licence
• Experience within the insurance repairs or property reinstatement sector.
• Knowledge of insurance claims processes and loss adjusting practices.
• Experience using estimating software such as Xactimate, Symbility, or similar
• Membership of a relevant professional body.

Qualifications

Essential

• HNC/HND, NVQ Level 4 or equivalent qualification in Construction, Building Surveying, or a related discipline.

Desirable

• Degree in Building Surveying, Construction Management, or similar.
• RICS, CIOB, CABE, or related professional membership.
• SMSTS, SSSTS, or IOSH certification.

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Decision making
• Customer focus
• Commercial awareness
• Time management
• Negotiation skills
• Technical knowledge
• Teamwork and collaboration

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive salary: £40,000 - £60,000 (dependent upon experience)
• Company vehicle or car allowance
• Mobile phone and laptop
• Pension scheme
• Annual leave entitlement
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance programme
• Performance Measures

Performance Measures

• Customer satisfaction scores
• Project completion times
• Budget adherence
• Quality inspection results
• Health and safety compliance
• Claims completion performance

The Insurance Repair Surveyor plays a critical role in restoring homes and businesses following insured losses, ensuring repairs are delivered professionally, safely, and with a strong focus on customer care