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RICS Building Surveyor

Job details
Posting date: 22 August 2025
Salary: £70,000 to £75,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 29 August 2025
Location: East London, London, IG11 8DH
Company: Daniel Owen Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: DO RICS SURVEYOR_1755876883

Summary

RICS Building Surveyor - Social Housing (Disrepair, Damp & Mould)
Location: East London
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum

We are working with a well-established social housing provider in East London to recruit a Chartered Building Surveyor to take a lead role in disrepair and damp & mould casework. This is a permanent opportunity for an experienced surveyor to join a forward-thinking team committed to improving housing standards across the borough.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing complex repair cases, ensuring legal compliance, and delivering high-quality outcomes for residents.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead on building inspections relating to disrepair, damp, mould, and condensation issues within the housing stock.

  • Provide expert diagnosis and recommend remedial works, ensuring that all advice is technically sound and in line with legislation and internal policies.

  • Prepare detailed reports to support legal disrepair cases in line with Section 11 of the Landlord and Tenant Act.

  • Act as a technical advisor to internal teams, legal departments, and external solicitors, and attend court where required.

  • Oversee and review contractor performance, ensuring repairs and remedial works are completed to standard and within required timeframes.

  • Provide clear communication to residents, managing expectations and maintaining high levels of customer service.

  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant building regulations, legislation, and best practice, particularly relating to social housing and fitness for human habitation.

Requirements:

  • MRICS or FRICS qualified (essential).

  • Strong background in building surveying within the social housing sector.

  • Proven experience managing disrepair and damp & mould cases, with sound understanding of relevant legislation.

  • Excellent diagnostic, report writing, and analytical skills.

  • Ability to manage complex stakeholder relationships and communicate technical information clearly.

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle (essential).

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary up to £75,000 per annum, dependent on experience.

  • Permanent contract offering long-term stability.

  • Generous annual leave and pension scheme.

  • CPD and professional development support.

  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents across East London.

How to Apply:
If you are an experienced RICS Building Surveyor with a passion for delivering high standards in social housing, apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential conversation.