Building Surveyor

Job Title: Building Surveyor (x2 positions)
Location: Reading (South region travel required)
Charge Rate: c£50 per hour

Overview

A major national surveying programme is underway, delivering large-scale stock condition surveys and HHSRS assessments across social housing estates. With approximately 4,000 surveys already completed and a further 3,800 scheduled before year end, we are looking to appoint two experienced Building Surveyors to support delivery across the Southern region.

This is a field-based role involving regular travel, working as part of an established programme team to ensure accurate and timely completion of surveys.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake stock condition surveys and HHSRS assessments across allocated programmes
• Use iPads to accurately capture survey data while on site
• Complete survey completion documentation (full, partial, external-only, or aborted visits)
• Follow standard operating procedures for access attempts, data recording, and reporting
• Upload survey data in line with programme requirements
• Escalate and report any high-risk health & safety issues
• Identify and report damp, mould, and disrepair issues in line with Awaab’s Law requirements
• Liaise with the programme team to ensure smooth delivery and accurate reporting

Requirements

• Degree in Building Surveying or equivalent technical experience
• Proven experience delivering stock condition surveys within social housing
• Experience completing HHSRS assessments
• Strong understanding of Awaab’s Law and associated reporting duties
• Confident using iPads and digital data collection tools on site
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel, with occasional overnight stays preferred

Additional Information

• 2 positions available
• Field-based role covering Southern UK regions
• High-volume national programme with strong pipeline of ongoing work
• Opportunity for further engagement on future programmes based on performance and deliver