Building Surveyor

Building Surveyor – Stock Condition Surveys / DEA

We are currently recruiting experienced Building Surveyors / Stock Condition Surveyors to undertake a programme of residential property surveys across South London

The role will involve completing detailed Stock Condition Surveys and Domestic Energy Assessments (DEA) across occupied residential properties on behalf of a Housing Association.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Undertaking detailed Stock Condition Surveys of residential properties.
• Completing Domestic Energy Assessments (DEA) and collecting the information required for energy performance assessments.
• Assessing the condition and remaining life expectancy of key building components.
• Inspecting elements including roofs, windows, doors, kitchens, bathrooms, heating systems, external walls and other internal/external components.
• Identifying defects, deterioration and required repair or replacement works.
• Recording component condition, age and anticipated renewal requirements.
• Collecting accurate property and asset data using handheld/tablet-based surveying systems.
• Ensuring surveys, photographs and supporting information are completed accurately and consistently.
• Working efficiently across a programme of occupied Housing Association properties.
• Liaising professionally with residents when accessing occupied homes.
• Meeting agreed daily/weekly survey targets while maintaining a high standard of data quality.

Requirements

Candidates should have previous experience undertaking Stock Condition Surveys within residential or social housing properties.

You will ideally have:

• Previous Stock Condition Surveying experience.
• A recognised DEA qualification/accreditation.
• Experience completing domestic energy assessments and collecting RdSAP data.
• Good knowledge of residential building construction and common building defects.
• Experience assessing component condition and lifecycle/replacement requirements.
• Ability to accurately record survey information electronically.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication skills when dealing with residents and clients.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to a vehicle would be advantageous.

Desirable

• Building Surveying or construction-related qualification.
• Previous Housing Association / Local Authority surveying experience.
• Experience working on large-scale housing stock condition programmes.
• Current DBS.
• Existing DEA accreditation and relevant certification.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Stock Condition Surveyor / Building Surveyor / DEA Surveyor looking for contract work within the social housing sector.

If you are interested apply now and contact Luke Thompson for more information.