Structural/Building Surveyor

Adecco; Blyth; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Building/Structural Surveyor for a 3-month contract in Blyth. This hybrid role involves conducting structural inspections, diagnosing defects, and ensuring compliance across residential buildings. Candidates must have a relevant degree, chartered membership is preferred, and own a vehicle. The position offers a pay rate of £475-£500 per day for 36 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant engineering or surveying field.
• Chartered Membership (MIStructE, MICE, MCIOB) desirable.
• Proven experience in structural surveying within a housing environment.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural surveys and inspections of housing stock.
• Diagnose structural defects and recommend remedial solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical reports and structural specifications.

Skills

Diagnosing structural defects

Technical report preparation

Working within housing compliance frameworks

Education

Degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, or Building Surveying

Job description

Job Title

Building/Structural Surveyor

Pay Rate

£475-£500 UMBRELLA DAILY

Hours

36 Hours a week (Mon‑Fri)

Duration

Initial 3‑Month Contract

Location

Hybrid working – Site visits within borough/Office based (Dockside) at least 3 days a week. Must have own Vehicle and UK Driving License.

Overview

To provide specialist structural surveying expertise across the Council's housing stock, ensuring the safety, stability, and compliance of residential buildings. The role will involve carrying out structural inspections, diagnosing defects, specifying remedial works, and supporting the delivery of capital and planned maintenance programmes.

Responsibilities

• Undertake structural surveys, inspections, and assessments of the housing portfolio, including high‑rise, low‑rise, and non‑traditional construction dwellings.
• Diagnose structural defects (e.g., subsidence, settlement, concrete deterioration, roof/wall failures) and recommend cost‑effective remedial solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, schedules of work, and structural specifications in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements (e.g., Building Safety Act, Building Regulations).
• Provide professional advice to internal teams (asset management, repairs, major works, compliance) on structural issues affecting housing assets.
• Support the preparation of business cases and options appraisals for structural refurbishment, strengthening, or replacement projects.
• Monitor the condition of structures through regular inspections and contribute to the cyclical stock condition surveys.
• Act as technical lead for structural works within capital programmes (e.g., cladding, roofing, concrete repairs, retaining walls, foundations).

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Building Surveying (with structural bias), or equivalent.
• Chartered Membership (MIStructE, MICE, MCIOB, or equivalent) desirable.
• Proven experience in structural surveying/engineering within a housing, local authority, or consultancy environment.
• Strong track record in diagnosing structural defects and developing remedial solutions.
• Experience of working within housing compliance frameworks (Decent Homes Standard, Building Safety Act, Fire Safety regulations).
• ALL APPLICANTS MUST HAVE OWN VEHICLE.

Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.