Property Surveyor - #2172230

This is a hands-on surveying role responsible for carrying out property inspections, diagnosing building defects, managing damp & mould and disrepair cases, and ensuring repair works are delivered to a high standard across a residential housing portfolio. The successful candidate will work closely with residents and contractors, providing technical expertise and helping to improve the quality and safety of homes.

Client Details

A large London-based social housing provider undergoing significant investment in housing quality, where you'll play a key role in improving residents' homes and tackling complex property challenges.

Description

• Conduct a range of property inspections, including repairs, damp and mould investigations, housing condition assessments, void properties, and building defect surveys.
• Identify the root causes of property issues and recommend effective, practical repair solutions.
• Prepare specifications, schedules of work, and supporting documentation to facilitate repair and maintenance projects.
• Ensure all inspections and recommended works comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and industry standards.
• Raise and manage repair works, ensuring accurate scoping and effective cost control.
• Monitor contractor performance and standard of work, ensuring works are completed to the required quality, timescale, and budget.
• Review and approve variations where appropriate, ensuring transparency and value for money.
• Carry out quality assurance inspections on completed works and resolve any outstanding issues.
• Manage a varied caseload of repairs and maintenance enquiries, ensuring timely investigations and resolutions.
• Provide professional technical advice to residents, contractors, colleagues, and stakeholders.
• Assist with complex property cases, including disrepair, damp and mould, and structural defects.
• Support investigations relating to complaints, claims, and other housing-related matters by preparing reports and technical evidence.
• Maintain accurate property records and ensure all survey findings are appropriately documented.
• Identify recurring maintenance trends and contribute recommendations to improve property performance and reduce future repair demand.
• Support asset management and maintenance planning through the collection and analysis of property condition information.
• Keep up to date with industry best practice, legislation, and professional standards.
• Participate in training and development activities to support ongoing professional growth and career progression.

Profile

A successful 'Property Surveyor' should have:

• Strong knowledge of building pathology, residential construction, repair methodologies, housing maintenance, damp and mould, HHSRS, health & safety legislation, contract management, and associated regulatory requirements.
• Degree, HNC/HND, or equivalent qualification in Building Surveying, Construction, or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional membership or accreditation would be advantageous.
• Willing to be flexible to working across office, home and site-based locations.

Job Offer

• Permanent position.
• Salary of £53k to £56k, dependent on the level of experience.
• Company benefits.

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