Senior Technical Surveyor (Subsidence)

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

Senior Technical Surveyor (Subsidence)

Department: Claims Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Home United Kingdom

Reporting To: Graeme Caird

Description

Are you ready to take on some of the most technically challenging and rewarding subsidence claims in the industry?
Davies is looking for a skilled, motivated professional to join our specialist subsidence division — someone who thrives on complex problem‑solving, enjoys autonomy, and wants to make a real impact for clients and policyholders.

This is a home‑based role with travel you will ideally be based round the London area with the freedom to manage your own workload while being part of a supportive, expert team.

What will your day look like:

You’ll be the technical lead on our more complex domestic and commercial subsidence claims, providing expert guidance to colleagues and clients. Your work will include:

• 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

You’ll also play a key role in strengthening client relationships and supporting other Davies divisions when needed.

Knowledge and Abilities:

We’re looking for someone with the technical depth and confidence to handle highly complex subsidence cases. You’ll ideally have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Surveying or a related discipline
• Strong experience in subsidence investigation and building pathology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to work independently
• A flexible mindset and the resilience to thrive in a fast‑paced environment
• Solid understanding of buildings insurance, contract administration and construction law
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• Enthusiasm, professionalism and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service are essential.

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Benefits

Career & Purpose

• Davies Innovation Lab
• Leadership training programme
• Funding for professional qualifications
• Thrive at Davies; learning opportunities

Environmental & Social

• The Davies Foundation
• Local charity funding
• Pennies To Heaven
• Employee Resource Groups
• Employee volunteering programme

Financial Health

• Pension, 5% employee and 5% employer contribution
• My Choices at Davies provides; High Street discounts and Financial wellbeing hub
• Life assurance: x4
• Refer a Friend
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Lease car salary sacrifice
• Davies Incentive Plan
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Mental, Physical & Emotional Wellbeing

• Wellbeing centre; move, munch, money & mind focus
• Discounts with 100's of UK retailers
• EAP; 24/7 confidential helpline
• 25 days holiday, increases to 26 days after 5 years and 27 after 10 years
• Flexible working
• Dress for your day
• Inclusive employment policies eg. Menopause, fostering friendly, fertility, sabbatical policy and baby loss and miscarriage
• Flexible benefits include; holiday purchase plan and a opportunity to purchase heath cash plan and BUPA dental plan