Location
North East London with hybrid working including attendance at Westminster Bridge Road and a local hub.

Hours
Full time, with an option to participate in the Property Services Out of Hours rota, which may include evenings and weekends (not compulsory).

Salary
£57,177 per annum

About the Role
Join Peabody Trust as an experienced Building Surveyor (Disrepair) within our Repairs Team, managing legal disrepair cases to ensure residents receive a high-quality, timely and professional service. This role involves managing cases from inspection through to completion, carrying out property inspections, diagnosing defects, and preparing technical reports and specifications. You will specify repairs, estimate costs, and manage contractor performance while monitoring works and completing post-inspections to ensure repairs meet required standards. Providing excellent customer service, you will keep residents informed throughout the process and maintain accurate records to support legal and compliance requirements. You will be supported by a dedicated administrative team, allowing you to focus on surveying, inspections, reporting, and contractor management. Regular travel across your designated area is required, working closely with residents and contractors to resolve legal disrepair cases.

Experience
Strong experience managing legal disrepair cases within social housing. Proven knowledge of building defects, construction methods, and relevant housing legislation. Experience producing technical reports, specifications, and schedules of work. Demonstrated contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills. Ability to manage a varied caseload with excellent organisational skills.

About you
Professional, organised, and proactive with a commitment to delivering excellent customer service. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Comfortable with regular travel and flexible working arrangements. Willingness to participate in out-of-hours rota is optional.

Qualifications
Degree, HNC or HND in Building Surveying, Building Pathology or a related discipline. Desirable RICS membership or working towards professional accreditation. Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.