Senior Surveyor

National House Building Council; London; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading organization as a Senior Surveyor, managing risk across warranty products and building control services. This role requires technical excellence, proactive risk management, and collaboration to ensure high-quality developments. Enjoy a flexible working environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

27 days annual leave + bank holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Life assurance

Subsidised private medical insurance

Employee discounts platform

Enhanced parental leave and pay

Qualifications

• Registered Building Inspector with minimum 2F and Class 3 BSR registration.
• Extensive construction industry experience, especially in Building Control.

Responsibilities

• Assess high-risk applications and supervise inspectors.
• Ensure compliance with NHBC Standards and Building Regulations.
• Provide expert guidance on building control and warranty matters.

Skills

Communication

Risk Management

Building Control

Conflict Resolution

Education

HND/HNC qualification

Job description

Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + 10% performance bonus, + regional allowance

Working location: Nationwide, Homebased

Employment type: Full-time, Permanent

Job summary:

As a Senior Surveyor, you will play a key role in managing risk across NHBC’s warranty products and building control services. You will ensure projects meet all customer, statutory, and technical requirements. The role requires a Registered Building Inspector with at least 2F/Class 3 registration.

This senior-level position demands technical excellence, proactive risk management, and strong collaboration to deliver safe, high-quality developments.

What you’ll be doing

1. Assess high-risk applications, supervise and support less experienced inspectors, and advise on critical technical elements throughout the construction lifecycle.
2. Work closely with developers, builders, and their professional teams from design to completion to ensure compliance with NHBC Standards, Building Regulations, and national requirements.
3. Manage activities on complex residential developments, typically over 11 metres in height, providing expert guidance on building control and warranty matters.
4. Ensure compliance with NHBC and HSE safety requirements.
5. Support inspection staff with expert advice, inspecting high-risk/complex building elements, and reviewing progress.
6. Survey and assess buildings for Buildmark Conversions, including advising, reporting, and determining insurance coverage.
7. Possess knowledge of forensic investigations, defect identification, and repairs.

What we’re looking for

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience in training, mentoring, and warranty risk management.
• Extensive construction industry experience, especially in Building Control.
• Experience in plan appraisal for residential and non-residential developments.
• Ability to guide on Building Regulations & NHBC Standards.
• Proactive in resolving customer complaints and managing conflicts.
• Chartered membership of a professional institution.
• Relevant accredited HND/HNC qualification or substantial industry experience.
• Registered Building Inspector with minimum 2F and Class 3 BSR registration.

What we offer

Benefits include:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• Life assurance
• Subsidised private medical insurance
• Employee discounts platform
• Enhanced parental leave and pay

Who we are

At NHBC, we are dedicated to raising house-building standards and protecting homeowners. We offer a wide range of services and are recognized as the market leader in new home warranties and insurance.

Why you should join us

We are a modern, family-friendly employer experiencing rapid growth, embracing technology, data, and new ways of working. We provide opportunities for personal and career development, including training and professional memberships.

We support flexible working arrangements and aim to help employees find a work-life balance.

Our inclusive culture

We promote diversity and inclusion, ensuring all employees are treated with dignity and respect. Our employee networks foster open conversations and idea-sharing.

Why NHBC

Work for the UK’s leading independent provider of warranty and insurance for new-built homes.

We have various job opportunities across the UK, including field and home-based roles, and welcome both experienced professionals and newcomers.

Additional Benefits

We offer flexible working, annual performance bonuses, generous holiday allowances, enhanced parental leave, and competitive salaries benchmarked against the market.

Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Strategy

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

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