30 building surveyor jobs found in London

Client Local Authority in Newham Job Title Principal Building Surveyor Pay Rate £262 DAILY UMBRELLA Hours 36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri) Duration Initial 3 month contract Location HYBRID- Site visits based in Newham/Office Description Key Tasks and Accountabilities: To deputise as required in the absence of the Project Manager - Voids . To routinely monitor and review the economy, efficiency, effectiveness and quality of current services across Strategic Void Management developing new approaches to the challenges presented and implementing improvements that are in line with overriding strategic objectives, aims and targets, setting standards for the London Borough of Newham that result in continuous service improvement. To ensure an efficient and effective technical support service for Works Commissioning, covering specialist services such as disrepair, insurance claims, and customer care. To manage the development of collaborative working with chosen contractors...

Job Title: Principal Building Surveyor - Voids Location: Newham Term: Temp 6 months Rate: £27.81 PAYE/£36.40 Umbrella Join our dynamic team in the Strategic Void Management service area as a Principal Building Surveyor - Voids! We are dedicated to enhancing the living standards in our community, and we want you to be a part of our mission! About the Role: As the Principal Building Surveyor, you will lead a specialist team, ensuring the effective repair, maintenance, and improvement of council-owned properties. You will be pivotal in delivering a top-notch housing surveying service that aligns with our values and policies. Key Responsibilities: Manage a diverse portfolio with a budget of approximately £2 million annually. Oversee responsive repairs and planned maintenance for all council properties. Collaborate with contractors and partners to enhance service delivery. Ensure compliance with Health & Safety standards and legislation. Conduct regular inspections and...

Our client is currently seeking an experienced Building Surveyor (London / Hybrid). You will mainly deal with property reinstatement, with projects ranging from £50k to £5m.   The Role Lead projects to reinstate commercial properties after damage Attend site to carry out technical assessments and the investigation of claims Determine causation / defect diagnosis and policy liability Decline claims where appropriate Determine nature and extent of damage Prepare / submit full ABI reports, outlining findings and recommendations Oversee complex repair schemes, sub-structure and super-structure Liaise with contractors and all relevant external suppliers Work closely with and support the Contractor Network Review claims and deal with variations Skills / Qualifications Prior subsidence / Loss Adjusting experience Ideally you will be MRICS, MCIOB, C.BuildE qualified... although this is not essential Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Excellent...

Local authority in Bedfordshire are currently looking for a building surveyor to join their planned works team for an initial period of 6 months. Purpose of the role: Working within the Planned Works Team and the Repairs Service our Housing Surveyor's support the capital investment programme and major repairs ensuring our homes are safe and to meet our obligations to achieve the Decent Homes Standard. You will be someone who puts the customer at the heart of everything they do & embeds equality and diversity in all aspects of the Housing Services delivery. Day to day the role delivers contract management fand quality assurance for our improvement programme, major repairs, carrying out site inspections and scoping of works. The programme includes workstreams for kitchen and bathroom replacement, Roofing, Windows, Doors and internal/ external improvements across our housing portfolio. Major repairs and complex works delivery for our repairs service. The Clients housing...

Are you an experienced Stock Condition Surveyor ready to take the next step into a leadership role? We're recruiting for a Senior Surveyor to join a growing construction consultancy delivering surveying, asset management, and compliance services to housing associations, local authorities, and public sector organisations across the UK. Based in Reading with hybrid working, this hands-on role combines team leadership with survey delivery, giving you the opportunity to manage survey programmes, mentor surveyors, and contribute to high-profile housing asset management projects. The Role   As Senior Surveyor, you will: Lead and support a team of Stock Condition Surveyors, ensuring high standards of survey delivery and data quality. Undertake stock condition surveys across residential housing portfolios, collecting accurate asset and condition data. Oversee quality assurance, reporting, and project delivery to meet client requirements and programme deadlines. Build...

Interim Class 2D+ Building Control Surveyor 📍 East London ⏳ 3 Month rolling contract (average contract length: 2 years) 💷 Up to £65 per hour We are currently seeking an experienced Class 2D+ Building Control Surveyor for an interim opportunity based in East London. This is an initial 3-month contract, with a strong view to extension due to ongoing workload. The Role This is a hybrid role offering a balanced mix of site and home-based work: * 5 days per week carrying out site inspections and plan checks * Opportunity to move to part-time working depending on service needs Key Responsibilities * Carrying out site inspections across a range of building types * Assessing compliance with Building Regulations * Plan checking and providing technical advice * Liaising with applicants, contractors, and internal stakeholders * Ensuring works meet statutory and safety standards Requirements * Must be Class 2D+...

MMP Consultancy is seeking an experienced Interim Fire Safety Surveyor (Tier 2) to support the delivery of fire safety compliance across a diverse property portfolio. The successful candidate will undertake and review Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), identify fire safety risks, provide technical advice, and ensure compliance with current fire safety legislation, regulatory requirements, and organisational policies. This is an interim position requiring an individual with relevant fire risk assessment qualifications and demonstrable experience in residential buildings. The rate of pay is £375pd inside of IR35 via an umbrella company and will be for a period of 12 weeks subject to extension. Purpose of the Job To ensure that fire safety risks are effectively identified, assessed, managed, and mitigated by undertaking fire safety inspections, supporting compliance programmes, and providing professional fire safety advice. The role contributes to maintaining safe environments for...

Diagnostic Surveyor Location: North London Type: Temporary ongoing Rate: Up to £43 per hour Umbrella Hours: 35 hours per week Social Housing Experience Required Daniel Owen are proud to be representing a well-known client based in the North London area, who are looking for a highly skilled Diagnostic Surveyor to join their team. Key Responsibilities - Diagnostic Surveyor Conduct diagnostic surveys and inspections across the council's housing stock. Investigate and identify the root causes of building defects, damp and mould, condensation, leaks, structural issues, and recurring repair failures. Produce detailed survey reports, specifications, cost estimates, and schedules of remedial works. Manage and monitor repair and maintenance works from inception through to completion. Ensure all works comply with relevant legislation, housing standards, building regulations, and health and safety requirements. Provide technical advice and guidance to housing officers, residents,...

We are actively building a network of experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyors to support a range of upcoming and ongoing civil engineering projects across London and the surrounding areas. We partner with a number of reputable Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors delivering works across sectors including: * Groundworks * RC Frames * Piling * Highways * Rail * Utilities * Infrastructure & public realm With a strong pipeline of work developing, we are keen to connect with commercially astute QS professionals for future assignments. What we’re looking for: * Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor within UK civils projects * Strong knowledge of NEC and/or JCT forms of contract * Experience managing subcontract packages, valuations, and variations * Ability to produce accurate cost reporting and forecasts * Confident working closely with operational teams and clients * Degree-qualified or equivalent experience preferred Typical contract...

Quantity Surveyor - Development Projects Location: Home based (occasional trips to sites) Contract length: 6-Month Contract (possible extension) Pay Rate: £400 per day via umbrella (inside IR35) Influence how major infrastructure projects are shaped - before they even break ground. Join a newly formed commercial team where your work directly impacts how projects are costed, structured, and approved at the earliest stages. About the Opportunity This role sits within a growing development function responsible for overseeing a large portfolio of infrastructure projects during their feasibility and early planning phases. You'll play a key role in bringing structure, consistency, and commercial discipline to a fast-evolving environment - working across multiple projects rather than being tied to a single scheme. It's an opportunity to: Contribute to high-value, nationally significant projects at an early stage Help build and shape new commercial processes and controls Work in...

To ensure that fire safety risks are effectively identified, assessed, managed, and mitigated by undertaking fire safety inspections, supporting compliance programmes, and providing professional fire safety advice. The role contributes to maintaining safe environments for residents, employees, contractors, and visitors while ensuring statutory compliance. Main Areas of Responsibility Conduct Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) in accordance with recognised industry standards and current fire safety legislation. Review existing FRAs and validate the quality and suitability of completed assessments. Identify fire safety deficiencies and recommend appropriate remedial actions. Prioritise fire safety risks and support the development of risk mitigation plans. Carry out fire safety inspections and audits across residential, commercial, and mixed-use properties. Provide technical guidance to internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders on fire safety matters. Monitor the progress of fire...

Hyperion Partners is currently seeking an experienced Compliance Surveyor. Rate: £300 - £380 per day (Temporary Contract) Sector: Social Housing Location: West London Hyperion Partners is a specialised agency focused on connecting high-quality talent with leading organisations, whilst prioritising you as a candidate. Whether you're looking for a fresh start, career progression, or a role that suits your strengths, we're here to help. We are seeking an experienced Compliance Surveyor with a strong understanding of property compliance and building safety regulations. The role will involve ensuring homes remain safe, compliant, and meet all relevant regulatory standards. You will be responsible for managing compliance programmes, monitoring contractor performance, identifying risks, and ensuring remedial works are completed to a high standard. The right individual will have excellent communication skills, the ability to manage stakeholder expectations, and experience working...

Fire Surveyor Rate: £300 - £380 per day (Temporary Contract) Sector: Social Housing Location: West London Hyperion Partners is a specialised agency focused on connecting high-quality talent with leading organisations, whilst prioritising you as a candidate. Whether you're looking for a fresh start, career progression, or a role that suits your strengths, we're here to help. We are seeking an experienced Fire Surveyor with a strong understanding of fire safety legislation and building safety compliance. The role will involve carrying out fire risk assessments, inspecting residential properties, identifying fire safety risks, and ensuring buildings remain compliant with current regulations. You will be responsible for managing fire safety programmes, monitoring remedial works, and ensuring recommendations are completed to a high standard. The right individual will have excellent communication skills, the ability to manage stakeholder expectations, and experience working within...

Voids Surveyor Rate: £300 - £380 per day (Temporary Contract) Sector: Social Housing Location: West London Hyperion Partners is a specialised agency focused on connecting high-quality talent with leading organisations, whilst prioritising you as a candidate. Whether you're looking for a fresh start, career progression, or a role that suits your strengths, we're here to help. We are seeking an experienced Voids Surveyor with a strong understanding of property maintenance, refurbishment works, and void management within social housing. The role will involve inspecting vacant properties, specifying and overseeing void works, and ensuring homes are brought back up to a lettable standard in line with organisational targets. You will be responsible for managing contractors, monitoring performance, controlling costs, and ensuring works are completed safely, efficiently, and to a high standard. The right individual will have excellent communication skills, the ability to manage...

Legal Disrepair Surveyor Rate: £300 - £380 per day (Temporary Contract) Sector: Social Housing Location: West London Hyperion Partners is a specialised agency focused on connecting high quality talent with leading organisations, whilst prioritising you as a candidate. Whether you're looking for a fresh start, career progression, or a role that suits your strengths, we're here to help. We are seeking an experienced Legal Disrepair Surveyor with a strong understanding of housing disrepair legislation and building pathology. The role will involve investigating disrepair claims, carrying out detailed property inspections, diagnosing defects, and preparing technical reports in relation to legal proceedings. You will be responsible for working closely with legal teams, housing officers, and contractors to ensure all works are specified, monitored, and completed in line with statutory requirements and court deadlines. The right individual will have excellent report-writing skills,...

Repairs Surveyor Rate: £300 - £380 per day (Temporary Contract) Sector: Social Housing Location: West London Hyperion Partners is a specialised agency focused on connecting high-quality talent with leading organisations, whilst prioritising you as a candidate. Whether you're looking for a fresh start, career progression, or a role that suits your strengths, we're here to help. We are seeking an experienced Repairs Surveyor with a strong understanding of property maintenance and building pathology. The role will involve carrying out property inspections, diagnosing defects, and overseeing responsive repairs across a social housing portfolio. You will be responsible for specifying works, managing contractors, and ensuring repairs are completed efficiently, safely, and to a high standard. The right individual will have strong technical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and experience working within social housing or housing associations. Key responsibilities: Carry out...

Stock Condition Surveyor (South East) Location: Home based, covering Milton Keynes, Luton, Stevenage, Cambridge Salary: £43,000 per annum Vacancy Type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract - £43,000 per annum plus car allowance Are you a detail-oriented surveyor who’s passionate about improving homes and delivering a great customer experience? We’re looking for a Stock Condition Surveyor to play a key role in ensuring our homes remain safe, compliant, and fit for the future. About the Role As a Stock Condition Surveyor, you’ll take ownership of surveying homes across your allocated area - helping us build a clear and accurate picture of our housing stock. Your work will directly influence investment decisions, improve living conditions for residents, and support our long-term asset strategy. This is a dynamic, field-based role where no two days are the same. You’ll be out in our communities, engaging with residents, identifying issues, and ensuring every home meets the standards our...

Interim Class 2B+ Building Control Surveyor 📍 South East ⏳ 12-Month Initial Contract (High Likelihood of Extension) 💷 Up to £60 per hour We are currently seeking an experienced Class 2B+ Building Control Surveyor for an interim opportunity based in the South East. This is an initial 12-month contract, with a strong view to extension due to ongoing workload. The Role This is a hybrid role offering a balanced mix of site and home-based work: * 5 days per week carrying out site inspections and plan checks * Opportunity to move to full-time working depending on service needs Key Responsibilities * Carrying out site inspections across a range of building types * Assessing compliance with Building Regulations * Plan checking and providing technical advice * Liaising with applicants, contractors, and internal stakeholders * Ensuring works meet statutory and safety standards Requirements * Must be Class 2B+...

Senior Surveyor Location: Reading Salary: £210 per day Working Pattern: Monday–Thursday in the office, Friday working from home Hours: 8:30am–5:30pm Our client is a growing multi-disciplinary construction consultancy delivering surveying, asset management and compliance services to housing associations, local authorities and public sector organisations across the UK. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Senior Surveyor to lead and support a small team of surveyors delivering Stock Condition Surveys and asset data collection programmes across a diverse residential portfolio. The Role This is a hands-on position combining team leadership with survey delivery. You'll be responsible for overseeing survey programmes, ensuring data quality, supporting and mentoring surveyors, and undertaking stock condition surveys yourself when required. Key responsibilities include: * Managing and supporting a team of Stock Condition Surveyors. * Undertaking...

Our client is proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our personnel, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you are invited to apply for this role. Our client, a globally leading EPC organisation, is seeking a Contracts Administrator / Quantity Surveyor to join a major capital project based in Royston. Working as part of the site delivery team, you will provide contract administration support to the Contracts Manager and Construction Manager, ensuring effective management of construction contracts throughout the project lifecycle. This role is ideally suited to a mid-level Contracts Administrator or Quantity Surveyor with approximately 5–10 years of experience supporting site-based construction projects within the process,...