Residential Building Surveyor - Home Based

Joshua Robert Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the UK is seeking an experienced Building Surveyor for their regional team. This role involves overseeing technical projects, ensuring compliance, and managing a variety of surveying activities within residential properties. The ideal candidate has a degree in Building Surveying and relevant professional qualifications. Competitive salary and excellent professional growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Car allowance or company vehicle scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Generous holiday allowance

Private healthcare

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Proven track record in building surveying, ideally within residential property.
• Experience working with AOVs, Fire Panels, Emergency Call Systems is beneficial.
• Able to work independently and as part of a regional team.

Responsibilities

• You'll be responsible for a wide range of surveying activities.
• Preparing and managing CDM-compliant documentation.
• Contract administration and overseeing remediation of defects.

Skills

Strong project delivery experience

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Solid understanding of H&S legislation, CDM 2015, and Section 20

Education

Degree, HND, or equivalent in Building Surveying or similar

MRICS, MCIOB or equivalent professional qualification

Tools

Knowledge of M&E systems

Job description

Overview

A leading name in the property sector is looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to join their growing regional team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a professionally qualified surveyor (MRICS / MCIOB or equivalent) to take ownership of technical projects, support the wider surveying function, and work across a diverse residential portfolio.

The Role

You'll be responsible for a wide range of surveying activities, from preparing specifications of work and overseeing contractors, through to contract administration and ensuring compliance with CDM and relevant legislation. You’ll work closely with regional managers and technical teams, acting as a key point of contact for both planned works and more complex projects.

• Surveying residential buildings and preparing works specifications
• Preparing and managing CDM-compliant documentation
• Contract administration and overseeing remediation of defects
• Delivering major works and ensuring compliance with Section 20
• Managing external consultants and contractors
• Supporting business development activities with existing and potential clients
• Carrying out CPD and contributing to internal knowledge sharing
• Leading or supporting internal improvement projects and initiatives

What We're Looking For:

• Degree, HND, or equivalent in Building Surveying or similar
• MRICS, MCIOB or equivalent professional qualification
• Proven track record in building surveying, ideally within residential property
• Strong project delivery experience
• Solid understanding of H&S legislation, CDM 2015, and Section 20
• Experience working with AOVs, Fire Panels, Emergency Call Systems – beneficial
• Knowledge of M&E systems and experience developing specs (with consultant input)
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a regional team

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary package
• Car allowance or company vehicle scheme
• Flexible working arrangements (depending on project requirements)
• Generous holiday allowance
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Inclusive, supportive team culture
• Private healthcare, pension scheme, and other benefits