Job Description

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