Senior Subsidence Surveyor – Remote Technical Lead

Davies Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Flexible working

Wellbeing programme

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Davies is seeking a Senior Technical Surveyor to lead complex subsidence claims from first visit through final resolution. This home-based role offers autonomy, with travel to assess properties and supervise stabilisation schemes while collaborating with a dedicated expert team in the subsidence division.

You will produce technical reports, interpret geotechnical data, and advise on foundation solutions, insurance issues and contract administration.

Qualifications

• Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering, Building Surveying or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in subsidence investigation and building pathology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, organised approach and ability to work independently.
• Flexible mindset and resilience in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of buildings insurance, contract administration and construction law.
• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Enthusiasm, professionalism and commitment to outstanding customer service.

Responsibilities

• Managing complex subsidence investigations from first visit to final resolution.
• Visiting damaged properties to assess structural, technical and insurance-related issues.
• Designing and overseeing stabilisation schemes and repair strategies.
• Producing high-quality technical reports, specifications and tender documents.
• Interpreting geotechnical investigations and advising on foundation solutions.
• Administering building contracts, valuations and variations.
• Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, Planning, CDM and Party Wall legislation.
• Working closely with policyholders, insurers, loss adjusters, contractors and local authorities.
• Supporting and mentoring colleagues, and contributing to training delivery.
• Maintaining accurate case records and meeting service level expectations.

Skills

Subsidence investigation experience

Communication skills

Independent working

UK driving licence

Education

Degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or Building Surveying

Job description

Davies is seeking a Senior Technical Surveyor to lead complex subsidence claims from first visit through final resolution. This home-based role offers autonomy, with travel to assess properties and supervise stabilisation schemes while collaborating with a dedicated expert team in the subsidence division.

You will produce technical reports, interpret geotechnical data, and advise on foundation solutions, insurance issues and contract administration.