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