Interim Disrepair Surveyor

Carrington West; Islington; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading surveyor firm in the UK is seeking a Legal Disrepair Surveyor to manage live disrepair claims and ensure compliance with legal standards. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of housing disrepair legislation and experience in conducting site inspections. This hybrid role offers a competitive hourly rate in a respected London Borough. If you have a keen eye for detail and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we welcome your application.

Benefits

Pool car availability

Qualifications

• UK Resident.
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a Local Authority setting.
• Experience managing a technical caseload with strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Carry out site inspections and investigations.
• Prepare detailed repair specifications and reports.
• Act as an expert witness in court.

Skills

Knowledge of housing disrepair legislation

Diagnosis of building failures

Budget management

Technical report writing

Education

HND/C or BSc in Building Studies

Job description

Legal Disrepair Surveyor
£42p/h Umbrella (INSIDE IR35)
3-Month Initial Contract (Extension Likely)
London Borough of Islington
Hybrid Working (pool car availability)

We're looking for an experienced Legal Disrepair Surveyor to oversee a caseload of live disrepair claims, party wall awards, and repair diagnostics. You'll play a key role in mitigating legal disrepair actions, providing expert advice, and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements.

Key Responsibilities:
·Carry out site inspections and investigations, diagnosing building failures using technical equipment.
·Prepare detailed repair specifications, estimates, feasibility studies, and reports.
·Act as an expert witness in court, providing technical evidence when required.
·Provide technical guidance to colleagues and support the development of team policies and procedures.
·Oversee and monitor repair works on-site, ensuring quality standards, materials, and workmanship meet requirements.
·Take responsibility for party wall awards, including surveys and documentation.
·Manage budgets, prepare work programmes, and ensure contract compliance.
·Liaise closely with legal teams and internal repair services to avoid liability from legal disrepair claims.
·Ensure accurate records and reports are maintained for all casework.

What You Need:
·UK Resident
·HND/C or BSc in Building Studies (or extensive relevant experience)
·Strong knowledge of housing disrepair legislation and legal processes within a Local Authority setting for minimum 3 years'
·Experience managing a technical caseload with strict deadlines
·Ability to write and prepare specifications for repairs and maintenance
·Experience in diagnosing building failures and using specialist equipment
Why Apply?
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in ensuring housing quality and legal compliance within a respected London Borough. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and have a keen eye for technical detail and legal procedures, this role is for you!

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