Job Title
Building Surveyor
Key Responsibilities
* Conduct on-site surveys of properties and buildings, including their surfaces such as driveways, gardens, and landscaping
* Produce comprehensive reports with detailed recommendations in line with our clients' indemnity
* Identify defects and advise on effective remedial works
* Provide guidance on proposed alterations and improvements, including realistic timelines
* Prepare bill of quantities (BoQ), schedules of work, and safety assessments
* Advise on relevant legal and planning matters
* Adhere to internal reporting standards
What We Offer
* Flexibility: A hybrid role with a mix of home-based, office, and regular site visits
* Support: Scheduling and diary management are handled by a dedicated assistant, allowing you to focus on core surveying duties
* Stability: An established client base and a consistent, reliable workload
Essential Requirements
* Proven experience working as a Building Surveyor
* Relevant qualifications
* Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel
* Flexible approach to working hours to accommodate workload peaks
* Professional and presentable, both on-site and over the phone
* Strong understanding of construction methodologies, legislation, regulations, rectification techniques, and current material costs
* Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and various surveying software
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with strong grammar and spelling
* Organised, honest, and a reliable team player
Desirable
* CITB Health & Safety qualification
* Experience assessing buildings for damage caused by insured perils or working within the insurance industry
Hours of Work
8.45-5.00pm Monday to Friday - Northampton office and home-based, with regular field work
Starting Salary
Extremely competitive
Holiday
25 days plus bank holidays, an additional 16 hours of time off in lieu taken at no more than two-hour slots, and an extra day for your birthday if it falls on a weekday.
Benefits
* Excellent progression
* Company pension which increases with time served
* Industry leading maternity policy
* £500 wellbeing payment at annual review
* Loyalty bonus at milestone years
* Support to continue training and paid for professional qualifications
* Access to a Rising Stars programme and equal support for mental and physical wellbeing
* Company vehicle & Fuel Card
Health & Safety
No current issues to report on site.
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