Building Surveyor - Void MOD properties
| Posting date: | 16 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £24.0 to £28.0 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | Hourly rate + Mileage |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 09 March 2026 |
| Location: | Lincoln, Lincolnshire, ln1 1de |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4771503_1771258877 |
Summary
Building Surveyor - Void Refurbishment Scotland and East MidlandsContract: Approx. 3 months (mid-March to mid/late May) £24 -28 per hour + holiday pay (equiv salary -£50,000-£55,000)
Start Date: By 16 MarchWe are seeking multiple Void Refurbishment Surveyors to support a major survey programme for the Ministry of defence across the North & Central UK, covering Scotland and the East Midlands. This programme involves assessing residential properties as they move through void refurbishment stages, focusing on building fabric condition and lifecycle replacement decisions.This is an excellent opportunity for qualified surveyors, building pathology specialists, or those with strong building fabric experience (including those transitioning from trade backgrounds).This role requires security vetting at BPSS level.Scotland
- 1 Surveyor required
- Expected locations: Kinloss, Aberdeen, Leuchars
East Midlands
- 2-3 Surveyors required
- Expected locations across Leicestershire and Lincolnshire
Key Responsibilities
- Carry out void refurbishment surveys on residential properties for current serving military personnel and their families across designated regions.
- Assess the condition and lifecycle status of building elements, including:
- Roofs
- Windows & doors
- External/internal fabric
- Use a simple yes/no condition checklist to determine replacement need (based on "
- Complete 2-3 surveys per day (varies depending on travel, key collection, and property size).
- Access sites both inside and outside the wire where applicable.
- Required Skills & ExperienceEssential
- Strong understanding of building pathology.
- Ability to assess lifecycle condition of core building elements.
- Good technical judgement and ability to work independently.
- Open to surveyors of varying experience levels, from graduates to experienced professionals.
- Building Surveying degree (preferred)
- Strong fabric/building experience
- Candidates "coming off the tools" with good diagnostic understanding
Desirable- Ability to complete borescope surveys (ideally with own equipment).
- Understanding of EPC recommendations.
- Experience in residential surveys or void refurbishment.
- Lower rate available for graduates or those with basic building pathology knowledge.
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