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Building Surveyor

Job Description

Our Housing client based in Bracknell is looking for a Building Surveyor to join their Homecare team on a full-time, permanent basis offering hybrid working and a salary of £46,200 per year.

Responsibilities

  • Inspect and assess repair requests and defects, providing technical advice on appropriate solutions.
  • Investigate technical defects or cases of disrepair, conducting property inspections and providing Housing Conditions reports.
  • Support the legal department with technical maintenance advice on disrepair or legal claims.
  • Provide technical guidance to operations managers, trade staff, sub-contractors, and consultants.
  • Obtain quotations for repairs and specialist works, ensuring compliance with financial regulations.
  • Approve and oversee Disabled Facility Grant applications and the associated works.
  • Conduct property inspections to assess component replacement dates and advise on Planned Maintenance Programmes.
  • Deliver high standards of customer care when handling customer queries, requests, or complaints.
  • Collaborate across different teams, sharing expertise to drive improvements.
  • Ensure high-quality written and oral communication for maintaining data accuracy and reporting.

Requirements

  • Experience in building maintenance or building surveying.
  • HND/HNC level qualification in Building Surveying or equivalent construction-related field.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and motivate stakeholders.
  • Commercially astute, with a focus on delivering value for money.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and maintenance management software.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to own transport.

Desirable:

  • Membership of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).

If interested, please feel free to get in touch on 01772 208967 or via email at james.glover@servicecare.org.uk