STRUCTURAL SURVEYOR – RESIDENTIAL CONDITION SURVEYS
Representing an Exciting New Client | Manchester Region
We’re recruiting on behalf of an exciting and rapidly growing consultancy in Manchester, seeking an experienced Structural Surveyor to lead on residential & commercial condition surveys. This opportunity comes with genuine long-term growth prospects - including the opportunity to secure a stake in the business through shares or equity as it develops
About the Role:
You’ll be carrying out structural inspections and condition surveys of residential properties across the Northwest, diagnosing structural defects, and preparing detailed, RICS-compliant reports. The role also involves supporting clients and supporting clients and loss adjusters with building insurance claims related to subsidence, fire, or storm damage - including causation reporting, remediation proposals, and expert technical input where required - while contributing your expertise to help grow and shape the service offering.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct structural condition surveys and defect diagnostics on residential properties.
* Prepare comprehensive digital reports, often completed live on-site.
* Provide expert recommendations and specifications for remedial works.
* Support insurance claim assessments and liaise with loss adjusters on subsidence, storm, and fire damage cases.
* Report directly to senior management, providing progress updates.
* Contribute ideas and expertise to aid in the strategic growth of the business.
Skills & Experience:
* Ideally Chartered or working towards RICS, IStructE, MICE, or IEng status — preferred but not essential.
* Strong post-graduate experience in structural surveying, particularly in residential property.
* Knowledge of traditional and non-traditional construction methods.
* Experience with historic buildings is advantageous.
* Confident IT skills; experience with digital reporting tools such as GoReport or other survey reporting platforms is advantageous (training provided).
* Excellent communication and client engagement skills.
* Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
What’s on Offer:
* Real opportunity to influence the growth and direction of the business.
* Potential for shares or equity participation in the future.
* Exposure to cutting-edge digital technologies and reporting systems.
* Flexible working options including part-time or full-time roles.
If you’re looking for more than just a surveying role - and want the opportunity to grow with a business that rewards ambition - we want to hear from you at Elb Recruit