Senior Building Surveyor - Swindon Borough Council Job Description Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to support the delivery of planned, cyclical and responsive maintenance programmes across a residential property portfolio. The successful candidate will provide technical surveying expertise, manage complex property defects and disrepair cases, oversee contractor performance and ensure compliance with housing standards and relevant regulations. The role requires a surveyor with strong technical knowledge, excellent stakeholder management skills and experience delivering property improvement works within social housing, local authority or residential asset management environments. Key Responsibilities Technical Surveying & Property Inspections Undertake detailed inspections of residential properties and communal areas. Diagnose complex building defects and identify appropriate remedial solutions. Investigate damp, mould, condensation and structural issues. Produce detailed condition surveys, technical reports and specifications. Assess repair liabilities and develop planned maintenance recommendations. Support compliance with housing quality standards and statutory requirements. Disrepair Management Manage housing disrepair cases from inspection through to resolution. Prepare technical reports and schedules of works. Work collaboratively with legal teams, residents and contractors. Monitor progress and ensure timely completion of remedial works. Support early intervention strategies to reduce future disrepair claims. Planned Maintenance & Capital Works Deliver planned maintenance programmes across residential assets. Manage refurbishment and replacement projects including windows, roofing, communal repairs, decorations and heating upgrades. Develop specifications, schedules of work and cost estimates. Monitor project delivery against agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards. Conduct post-inspections and sign off completed works. Contract Management Manage external contractors and consultants. Monitor contractor performance, compliance and quality standards. Support procurement and tender exercises. Certify works and process contract documentation where required. Ensure value for money and effective budget management. Resident & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the technical point of contact for residents and internal stakeholders. Manage sensitive customer cases professionally and effectively. Build strong working relationships across housing management, repairs and asset teams. Support service improvement initiatives and process development. Essential Requirements Qualifications Degree in Building Surveying or related construction discipline. Working towards or holding professional membership such as: RICS (MRICS) CIOB (MCIOB) CABE Experience Building surveying experience within: Social Housing Local Authority Housing Association Residential Property Management Experience managing: Damp and mould investigations Disrepair cases Responsive repairs Planned maintenance projects Contractor performance Experience producing: Technical inspection reports Specifications Schedules of works Cost estimates
26/06/2026
Full time
Senior Building Surveyor - Swindon Borough Council Job Description Overview We are seeking an experienced Senior Building Surveyor to support the delivery of planned, cyclical and responsive maintenance programmes across a residential property portfolio. The successful candidate will provide technical surveying expertise, manage complex property defects and disrepair cases, oversee contractor performance and ensure compliance with housing standards and relevant regulations. The role requires a surveyor with strong technical knowledge, excellent stakeholder management skills and experience delivering property improvement works within social housing, local authority or residential asset management environments. Key Responsibilities Technical Surveying & Property Inspections Undertake detailed inspections of residential properties and communal areas. Diagnose complex building defects and identify appropriate remedial solutions. Investigate damp, mould, condensation and structural issues. Produce detailed condition surveys, technical reports and specifications. Assess repair liabilities and develop planned maintenance recommendations. Support compliance with housing quality standards and statutory requirements. Disrepair Management Manage housing disrepair cases from inspection through to resolution. Prepare technical reports and schedules of works. Work collaboratively with legal teams, residents and contractors. Monitor progress and ensure timely completion of remedial works. Support early intervention strategies to reduce future disrepair claims. Planned Maintenance & Capital Works Deliver planned maintenance programmes across residential assets. Manage refurbishment and replacement projects including windows, roofing, communal repairs, decorations and heating upgrades. Develop specifications, schedules of work and cost estimates. Monitor project delivery against agreed timescales, budgets and quality standards. Conduct post-inspections and sign off completed works. Contract Management Manage external contractors and consultants. Monitor contractor performance, compliance and quality standards. Support procurement and tender exercises. Certify works and process contract documentation where required. Ensure value for money and effective budget management. Resident & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the technical point of contact for residents and internal stakeholders. Manage sensitive customer cases professionally and effectively. Build strong working relationships across housing management, repairs and asset teams. Support service improvement initiatives and process development. Essential Requirements Qualifications Degree in Building Surveying or related construction discipline. Working towards or holding professional membership such as: RICS (MRICS) CIOB (MCIOB) CABE Experience Building surveying experience within: Social Housing Local Authority Housing Association Residential Property Management Experience managing: Damp and mould investigations Disrepair cases Responsive repairs Planned maintenance projects Contractor performance Experience producing: Technical inspection reports Specifications Schedules of works Cost estimates
We are seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to support our client with managing landlord disrepair obligations. The successful candidate will play a key role in surveying residential properties, assessing disrepair claims, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing legislation and standards. Key Responsibilities Conduct property inspections to assess disrepair issues. Prepare detailed reports, including cause, extent of defects, and recommended remedial works. Manage and respond to disrepair claims in line with landlord obligations. Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution. Ensure compliance with current housing legislation, regulations, and best practice. Provide technical advice on building defects and maintenance requirements. Role Requirements Proven experience working as a Disrepair Surveyor or in a similar role. Strong understanding of landlord disrepair obligations and housing legislation. Minimum qualification: Degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent qualification). Ability to produce clear, concise technical reports. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience within social housing or local authority environments. Knowledge of Schedule of Rates and contract management. The role will require office attendance and site visits within the Reading area. Rate negiotable, please reply with your updated CV to be considered. Mel
05/06/2026
Contract
We are seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to support our client with managing landlord disrepair obligations. The successful candidate will play a key role in surveying residential properties, assessing disrepair claims, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing legislation and standards. Key Responsibilities Conduct property inspections to assess disrepair issues. Prepare detailed reports, including cause, extent of defects, and recommended remedial works. Manage and respond to disrepair claims in line with landlord obligations. Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution. Ensure compliance with current housing legislation, regulations, and best practice. Provide technical advice on building defects and maintenance requirements. Role Requirements Proven experience working as a Disrepair Surveyor or in a similar role. Strong understanding of landlord disrepair obligations and housing legislation. Minimum qualification: Degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent qualification). Ability to produce clear, concise technical reports. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience within social housing or local authority environments. Knowledge of Schedule of Rates and contract management. The role will require office attendance and site visits within the Reading area. Rate negiotable, please reply with your updated CV to be considered. Mel
We are seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to support our client with managing landlord disrepair obligations. The successful candidate will play a key role in surveying residential properties, assessing disrepair claims, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing legislation and standards. Key Responsibilities Conduct property inspections to assess disrepair issues. Prepare detailed reports, including cause, extent of defects, and recommended remedial works. Manage and respond to disrepair claims in line with landlord obligations. Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution. Ensure compliance with current housing legislation, regulations, and best practice. Provide technical advice on building defects and maintenance requirements. Role Requirements Proven experience working as a Disrepair Surveyor or in a similar role. Strong understanding of landlord disrepair obligations and housing legislation. Minimum qualification: Degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent qualification). Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS). Ability to produce clear, concise technical reports. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS). Experience within social housing or local authority environments. Knowledge of Schedule of Rates and contract management. The role will require office attendance and site visits within the Reading Borough.
04/06/2026
Seasonal
We are seeking an experienced Disrepair Surveyor to support our client with managing landlord disrepair obligations. The successful candidate will play a key role in surveying residential properties, assessing disrepair claims, and ensuring compliance with relevant housing legislation and standards. Key Responsibilities Conduct property inspections to assess disrepair issues. Prepare detailed reports, including cause, extent of defects, and recommended remedial works. Manage and respond to disrepair claims in line with landlord obligations. Liaise with tenants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure timely resolution. Ensure compliance with current housing legislation, regulations, and best practice. Provide technical advice on building defects and maintenance requirements. Role Requirements Proven experience working as a Disrepair Surveyor or in a similar role. Strong understanding of landlord disrepair obligations and housing legislation. Minimum qualification: Degree in Building Surveying (or equivalent qualification). Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS). Ability to produce clear, concise technical reports. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Membership of a relevant professional body (e.g. RICS). Experience within social housing or local authority environments. Knowledge of Schedule of Rates and contract management. The role will require office attendance and site visits within the Reading Borough.
Building Surveyor Required in Chelmsford GVR Solutions are currently working with a well-established housing association that operate on the client-side, who are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join their team in Chelmsford. As a Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for carrying out property inspections across a large residential housing portfolio, identifying defects, assessing building condition and producing detailed reports. Responsibilities of the Building Surveyor: Survey buildings and properties on a regular basis to evaluate their condition, determine the necessity for repairs, and verify structural integrity. Perform comprehensive property surveys, particularly focusing on the identification and assessment of damp, mould, and condensation (DMC) and disrepair cases. Plan, organise, and prioritise a substantial workload while working remotely. Investigate issues related to building materials, construction methods, and environmental impact. Maintain precise and comprehensive records, ensuring that appropriate certification is furnished for each completed project. Ensure that all of the repair and maintenance work comply with local and national building codes, health and safety regulations. Carry out detailed building surveys and/or property condition analysis, including the commissioning and coordination of specialist contractors and consultants as required, to deliver remediation solutions to bring the asset to standard. The Building Surveyor must have/be: Experience working as a Building Surveyor within Social Housing, Housing Associations or residential property Strong experience of carrying out building surveys and analysis defects, including writing reports Strong understanding of construction methods and building materials Excellent IT skills and experience of using a range of IT systems, including Microsoft Office Good understanding of relevant building regulations and health & safety requirements Have a strong level of technical expertise and a good understanding of defects falling under relevant legislation such as, but not limited to, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, the Environmental Protection Act 1990, and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, Social Housing Regulation Act 2023, HHSRS regulations. Strong communication skills for interacting with clients and other professionals If you are interested in the Building Surveyor opportunity above, then please get in touch
03/06/2026
Full time
Building Surveyor Required in Chelmsford GVR Solutions are currently working with a well-established housing association that operate on the client-side, who are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to join their team in Chelmsford. As a Building Surveyor, you will be responsible for carrying out property inspections across a large residential housing portfolio, identifying defects, assessing building condition and producing detailed reports. Responsibilities of the Building Surveyor: Survey buildings and properties on a regular basis to evaluate their condition, determine the necessity for repairs, and verify structural integrity. Perform comprehensive property surveys, particularly focusing on the identification and assessment of damp, mould, and condensation (DMC) and disrepair cases. Plan, organise, and prioritise a substantial workload while working remotely. Investigate issues related to building materials, construction methods, and environmental impact. Maintain precise and comprehensive records, ensuring that appropriate certification is furnished for each completed project. Ensure that all of the repair and maintenance work comply with local and national building codes, health and safety regulations. Carry out detailed building surveys and/or property condition analysis, including the commissioning and coordination of specialist contractors and consultants as required, to deliver remediation solutions to bring the asset to standard. The Building Surveyor must have/be: Experience working as a Building Surveyor within Social Housing, Housing Associations or residential property Strong experience of carrying out building surveys and analysis defects, including writing reports Strong understanding of construction methods and building materials Excellent IT skills and experience of using a range of IT systems, including Microsoft Office Good understanding of relevant building regulations and health & safety requirements Have a strong level of technical expertise and a good understanding of defects falling under relevant legislation such as, but not limited to, Landlord and Tenant Act 1985, the Environmental Protection Act 1990, and the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, Social Housing Regulation Act 2023, HHSRS regulations. Strong communication skills for interacting with clients and other professionals If you are interested in the Building Surveyor opportunity above, then please get in touch