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Are you eager to land a brand new role? Our client, a local authority in London are looking for a Building Surveyor to join their team.

Position: Building Surveyor
Location: City of London
Working Hours: 5 Days a week
Rate: £232.86 per day

Purpose of the Role: 
The Building Surveyor will play a vital role within my clients Repairs Team, delivering a range of building surveying services to ensure the effective maintenance, compliance, and improvement of the Council’s housing stock. The post holder is responsible for managing works across various categories including responsive repairs, disrepair, and refurbishment, while ensuring that all works comply with current housing legislation, particularly the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018. This role requires a proactive approach to inspections, project oversight, and statutory compliance to ensure a safe and high-quality living environment for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee works within my clients Repairs Team, including:
  
  • Damp and mould remediation
  • Day-to-day responsive repairs
  • Refurbishment projects (e.g. kitchen, bathroom, and window renewals)
  • Void property works
  • Complex and structural repairs
  • Disrepair case management
  • Pre-, mid-, and post-inspections of all types of repair and refurbishment work
• Ensure that all works are delivered to a high standard, within budget and timeframe, and in line with council policies and statutory requirements.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge and ensure compliance with the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018, and other relevant legislation or policy changes.
• Diagnose building defects, prepare schedules of work, and manage contractors through the full project lifecycle.
• Liaise with residents, internal stakeholders, and contractors to coordinate access, communicate timelines, and resolve any issues.
• Monitor contractor performance and maintain accurate records of inspections, compliance, and remedial actions.
• Provide expert technical advice on repair strategies, specifications, and potential risks or liabilities.
• Support continuous improvement by identifying trends in building defects and recommending preventative maintenance strategies.

• Degree or equivalent in Building Surveying, Construction, or a related discipline.
• Membership (or working towards) of a professional body such as RICS or CIOB.
• Proven experience managing housing repairs, voids, disrepair, and refurbishment works, ideally within a public sector or social housing environment.
• In-depth knowledge of housing legislation, including the Homes (Fitness for Human Habitation) Act 2018.
• Ability to conduct thorough building inspections and produce detailed technical reports.
• Strong project management skills with experience overseeing contractors and managing budgets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise effectively with residents and multi-disciplinary teams.
• IT proficiency including Microsoft Office and asset management or repairs systems.