Building Surveyor

Job Title: Building Surveyor – ResidentialLocation: South East, UK (Remote with site visits)Salary: Competitive – based on your skills, experience, and qualificationsType: Permanent – Full TimeYour New Company:We’ve got a fantastic opportunity for a Building Surveyor to join our team in the South East. If you’re looking for a role where you can take ownership of your work, make a real difference to people’s homes, and grow your career with support and flexibility, this could be the one for you.Your New Role:You’ll be leading and managing a variety of residential projects, helping to restore properties that have been damaged by insured events like fire, flood, or structural issues. Project values typically range from £50k to £5m. Depending on the size and complexity, you might work independently or alongside a small team of Quantity Surveyors, CAD technicians, and engineers.Your day-to-day will include:Writing clear technical reportsDiagnosing building defectsPreparing Schedules of WorksManaging contracts and overseeing repairsSupporting clients who may be going through difficult timesYou’ll need to juggle multiple projects, meet tight deadlines, and make confident decisions under pressure. It’s a role that requires empathy, professionalism, and a strong technical foundation.What You’ll Be Doing:Carrying out site inspections and defect analysisLeading projects from survey through to completionManaging contractors and ensuring quality deliveryWorking closely with insurers, policyholders, and other professionalsHelping clients navigate the claims and repair processWhat You’ll Bring:Direct experience working on insurance-related building claims – this is essentialA full UK driving licence – you’ll be out and about regularlyExcellent communication skills – written and verbalStrong knowledge of building construction and relevant legislationChartered status (MRICS or MCIOB), or actively working towards itWhat You’ll Learn:Full training on Sedgwick systems and processesOngoing support for CPD and professional qualificationsExposure to a wide range of projects – from UK flood recovery to international disaster responseWhat We’ll Give You:Remuneration & Benefits:Competitive salarySelf-Invested Personal Pension Scheme (SIPP)Bonus/incentive schemeFully funded company vehicle or cash allowance25 days holiday + bank holidaysFlexible working – from home or the officePrivate healthcare (including pre-existing conditions)Life assuranceEmployee assistance programmeGroup income protectionVoluntary benefits – dental cover, cycle to work, season ticket loan, digital GP accessDiscounts on a wide range of products and servicesAll successful candidates will be subject to DBS and vetting checks. Offers of employment are dependent on these results.Remote and hybrid workers must be UK-based; working remotely outside the UK is not permitted.

Created: 2025-10-16