RICS Surveyor

BD Trading Partnership; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BD Group is seeking an experienced RICS-qualified Surveyor to join our team in London. The role focuses on housing condition and disrepair cases, requiring meticulous inspections, expert opinions, and clear communication with landlords, tenants, and legal teams.

The successful candidate will prepare Schedules of Disrepair, produce Part 35 compliant reports, and mentor junior surveyors while staying abreast of housing legislation and court processes. Travel across boroughs may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in surveys and preparing Schedules of Disrepair for legal cases.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, landlord and tenant law, and building regulations.
• Experience acting as an expert witness and Part 35 compliant reports.
• Excellent building pathology knowledge and diagnostic skills.
• Familiarity with Civil Procedure Rules and court processes.
• Experience with disrepair software/databases (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of residential and commercial properties, documenting disrepair in line with legislation and standards.
• Diagnose building defects and provide expert recommendations to resolve housing condition claims.
• Prepare comprehensive Schedules of Disrepair, outlining defects, causes, and remedial works.
• Produce impartial expert witness reports compliant with Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules.
• Advise landlords, tenants, and legal representatives on disrepair matters.
• Attend site meetings, joint inspections, and court appearances as required.
• Stay up to date with housing legislation, case law, and industry best practices.
• Mentor junior surveyors and provide technical guidance where appropriate.
• Support legal teams with expert advice and recommendations for financial settlements.
• Ensure compliance with BD Group’s Health & Safety Policies.

Skills

Disrepair surveys

Schedules of Disrepair

Expert witness

Building pathology

Civil Procedure Rules

Housing law

Court processes

Driving licence

Education

RICS qualification

Tools

Disrepair software

Job description

BD Group is seeking an experienced and meticulous RICS-qualified Surveyor with excellent technical knowledge, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive team and make a real impact in housing condition and disrepair cases.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct detailed inspections of residential and commercial properties, documenting disrepair in line with legislation and standards.
• Diagnose building defects and provide expert recommendations to resolve housing condition claims.
• Prepare comprehensive Schedules of Disrepair, outlining defects, causes, and remedial works.
• Produce impartial expert witness reports compliant with Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules .
• Advise landlords, tenants, and legal representatives on disrepair matters.
• Attend site meetings, joint inspections, and court appearances as required.
• Stay up to date with housing legislation, case law, and industry best practices.
• Mentor junior surveyors and provide technical guidance where appropriate.
• Support legal teams with expert advice and recommendations for financial settlements.
• Ensure compliance with BD Group’s Health & Safety Policies.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in surveys and preparing Schedules of Disrepair for legal cases.
• Strong knowledge of housing legislation, landlord and tenant law, and building regulations.
• Experience acting as an expert witness and preparing Part 35 compliant reports.
• Excellent building pathology knowledge and diagnostic skills.
• Familiarity with Civil Procedure Rules and court processes.
• Experience with disrepair software/databases (desirable).
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Working Arrangements:

• Working pattern: full-time, 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Flexibility to attend site on weekends as needed.
• Term: Permanent
• Some travel required throughout the borough in line with requirements of the role.

About Us:

BD Group was created by the London Borough of Barking & Dagenham to create positive economic, environmental and social change. We are facilities services company, providing a range of services for public and private sector clients currently across London and the Southeast, but with aspirations to broaden our geographies over time. Our mission is to help communities live, work and grow to fulfil their potential through the delivery of safe, high-quality services based on our unique understanding of local needs.