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

Hours
Full time with flexibility. 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's Repairs Team as an experienced Building Surveyor 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, manage contractor performance, monitor works, complete post-inspections, and ensure repairs meet required standards. Providing excellent customer service by keeping residents informed throughout the process is essential. You will maintain accurate records and support legal and compliance requirements. A dedicated administrative team will support you, allowing you to focus on surveying, inspections, reporting, and contractor management. Regular travel across your designated area is required to undertake inspections, manage contractors, and work closely with residents to resolve legal disrepair cases.

Experience
- Strong experience managing disrepair cases within social housing.
- Knowledge of building defects, construction methods, and relevant housing legislation.
- Experience producing technical reports, specifications, and schedules of work.
- Strong contractor management and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied caseload.

About you
Professional, organised, and customer-focused individual capable of managing multiple legal disrepair cases efficiently. Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team. Comfortable with regular travel and engaging with residents and contractors to deliver high standards of service.

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.