Building Surveyor - Fire

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor – Fire to manage Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) remedial works across a large housing portfolio. The role will focus on ensuring compliance with fire safety legislation, overseeing contractors, and delivering high-quality remedial works that improve resident safety.

You will work closely with internal teams, consultants and contractors to ensure that all identified fire safety actions are delivered in a timely, cost-effective and compliant manner. The role requires strong technical expertise, contract management experience, and the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Review and interpret Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) and identify required remedial works.
• Ensure all works comply with fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Building Safety Act 2022.
• Develop and manage programmes of FRA remedial works, ensuring delivery within time and budget constraints.
• Prepare specifications, scopes of work and tender documentation for projects.
• Procure, appoint and manage contractors, ensuring performance, quality and compliance with contract terms.
• Undertake site inspections and audits to monitor progress and ensure fire safety compliance.
• Manage fire risk on site during works and ensure safe working environments are maintained.
• Provide technical advice on fire safety, building defects and remediation solutions.
• Investigate building defects and carry out surveys, producing reports with costed recommendations.
• Manage contract administration, valuations, variations and final accounts under JCT contracts.
• Liaise with stakeholders including consultants, fire engineers, residents and operational teams.
• Provide progress reports to senior stakeholders on programme delivery, risks and financial performance.
• Respond to customer queries and support high levels of customer satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong experience managing fire safety remedial works within housing or similar property environments.
• Excellent knowledge of fire safety legislation, building regulations and CDM requirements.
• Proven ability in contract management, procurement and cost control.
• Experience diagnosing building defects and specifying effective remedial solutions.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and drive service improvement.
• IT literate with experience using asset management and contract management systems.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Building Surveying, Fire Safety or a related discipline.
• Professional membership (RICS, CIOB or similar) desirable.
• Fire safety qualifications (e.g. NEBOSH Fire Safety, FRA qualifications) desirable.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Working Arrangement:

 This is a 3-month interim role, offered on a hybrid working basis.