Interim Adaptations Surveyor

Carrington West; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in London seeks an experienced Interim Adaptations Surveyor to support disabled residents with housing adaptations. This role involves inspections, providing architectural services, and collaborating with professionals to find appropriate solutions. Candidates should have at least 3 years' experience in the public sector, knowledge of building regulations, and strong customer service skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in housing adaptations.
• Knowledge of Building Regulations and construction methods.
• Ability to write detailed specs and produce technical drawings (CAD skills preferred).

Responsibilities

• Carrying out property inspections to identify adaptations.
• Working with stakeholders to develop practical solutions.
• Managing a caseload from enquiry to sign-off.

Skills

Building Regulations Knowledge

Technical Drawing Skills

Public Sector Experience

Customer Service Skills

Legislation Advising

Job description

Interim Adaptations Surveyor
London Borough of Brent
3 months initially (with a view to extend)
£35-40p/h (Umbrella Rate - Inside IR35)

We're supporting a Local Authority that's on the lookout for an experienced Adaptations Surveyor to join their Private Sector Housing team.

This is a front-line role, supporting disabled residents with housing adaptations and repairs - you'll be delivering a customer-focused, fast-paced service that genuinely makes a difference.

What you'll be doing:
·Carrying out inspections on private sector properties (owner-occupied or tenanted), identifying necessary adaptations or repairs.
·Working closely with Occupational Therapists, contractors, and residents to scope out solutions that are practical, safe, and meet legislation.
·Providing a full architectural and agency-style service - drawings, specs, tendering, contract admin, and overseeing works.
·Acting as a "Trusted Assessor" when required - training can be provided if needed.
·Managing your own caseload - from initial enquiry through to sign-off, including resolving disputes where needed.
·Advising on Housing and Public Health legislation, and supporting the delivery of DFGs and discretionary grants.

To be successful, you must:
·Be a UK Resident
·Have minimum 3 year's experience within public sector delivering housing adaptations and supervising site works.
·Up-to-date knowledge of Building Regs (especially access standards), construction methods, and grant funding processes.
·The ability to write clear, detailed specs and produce technical drawings (CAD skills preferred).

Interested?
If you've worked in adaptations, DFGs, or private sector housing teams and can hit the ground running - let's have a chat. Drop me a message or send your CV over and I'll be in touch.