Building Surveyor

  • ELEVATE PROJECTS LTD
  • Plymouth, Devon
  • 22/01/2026
Contract Construction

Job Description

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Interim Building Surveyor - Housing Association Projects

Location: Plymouth and surrounding areas

Rate: £350 - £450 per day (Umbrella / PAYE options available)

Contract Length: 3-6 months (with potential extension)

Are you an experienced Building Surveyor with a background in social housing and a strong understanding of compliance and tenant safety standards? Our client, a well-respected Housing Association in the Plymouth area, is looking for an interim surveyor to join their team and support key property projects.

The Role

You'll deliver a range of surveying duties across residential housing stock, focusing on:

  • Overseeing planned capital works, property repairs and maintenance programmes
  • Managing and assessing disrepair claims in line with legislative and policy frameworks
  • Conducting detailed damp and mould inspections, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective remedial action
  • Applying HHSRS (Housing Health and Safety Rating System) knowledge to ensure housing standards are fully met

About You

We're looking for an individual who brings a proactive and solution-focused approach with:

  • Proven experience working within a Housing Association or Local Authority environment
  • Strong technical competence in building pathology, maintenance, and project management
  • In-depth understanding of housing compliance and tenant safety
  • HHSRS Certification (mandatory)
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to take on meaningful, hands-on work that directly improves housing quality across Devon communities. You'll work within a supportive team culture, in a flexible interim capacity, with hybrid working arrangements available.

If you're ready for your next contract and want to make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your updated CV