Job Description
Adecco are recruiting for a Contract Surveyor (General Build) on behalf of Croydon Council.
Contract Details
* 6-month temporary contract
* 36 hours per week, Monday - Friday
* £400 per day (Umbrella)
Adecco are recruiting on behalf of Croydon Council for an experienced Contract Surveyor (General Build) to join the District Centres and Regeneration division within the Places department. This is a key technical role responsible for delivering high-quality building surveying services across council housing stock and schools, ensuring value for money, compliance, and excellent customer outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a varied construction and maintenance programme where you will manage inspections, technical specifications, contractor performance, and health & safety compliance while maintaining strong relationships with residents, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
The Role
You will lead allocated surveying projects and support the delivery of the Council's General Build Construction Programme. The role combines technical surveying expertise, contract management, and customer engagement to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and to agreed standards.
Key responsibilities include:
* Undertaking technical inspections, feasibility studies, and reporting
* Producing specifications, estimates, and lifecycle cost assessments
* Monitoring contractor performance and quality on site
* Managing project budgets and authorising variations/invoices
* Ensuring compliance with CDM and health & safety legislation
* Supporting tenant and resident engagement on works
* Chairing contractor progress meetings
* Maintaining accurate records using asset management systems
* Delivering customer-focused surveying services
About You
We are seeking a technically strong and customer-focused surveyor who can manage multiple projects while maintaining compliance and service quality.
You will have:
* A recognised building or surveying qualification
* Strong knowledge of building defects, repairs, and cost estimation
* Experience with contract management (JCT or equivalent)
* Working knowledge of CDM and health & safety legislation
* Experience supervising maintenance/improvement works in domestic settings
* Ability to communicate clearly with residents and stakeholders
* Experience using asset management systems (e.g., Apex or similar)
* Strong organisational and financial awareness
Apply Now:
If you have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply. Should your CV be shortlisted, an Adecco Consultant will contact you to discuss progressing your application to the client.
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