Job Description Building Surveyor Salary: £51,577 + Excellent Benefits Office location : High Wycombe Mobile role : Travel across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Greater London Mileage : Paid at 55p per mile (minus commuting costs) Hybrid working : Mix of mobile, office and home working Contract : Permanent Hours : 37 per week \n Are you looking to join a growing, values-led organisation with a clear social purpose? \n At SettleParadigm, we're proud to be the largest housing group in the region, managing over 30,000 homes across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. \n Everything we do is about delivering excellent services, high quality homes, neighbourhoods we can be proud of and maximising number of new affordable homes we build. Through our merger we've brought together shared values, skills and ambition, so we can build more affordable homes and make an even bigger difference in the communities we serve \n If you're ready to grow your career in a supportive, inclusive environment while helping to shape stronger communities, we'd love to welcome you on our journey. Together, we're building a better future. About the role \n Due to a recent promotion within our Surveying team, we are looking for a Building Surveyor to join our Surveying Services team and help ensure our homes remain safe, well-maintained and compliant. You will carry out technical inspections, diagnose building defects, prepare clear specifications and oversee small works from instruction through to completion. The role covers a wide geographical area and requires confident site based working, report writing, strong technical judgement and a professional, customer focused approach. \n Key responsibilities \n \n \n Carry out technical inspections including damp and mould, disrepair, voids, FRA remedials, environmental health concerns, energy efficiency and general condition \n \n Diagnose building defects and prepare clear technical recommendations, schedules of work and specifications \n \n Support reviews of structural and non-structural alteration requests and complete post-inspections \n \n Provide technical input into new-build defect management \n \n Ensure compliance with HHSRS, Decent Homes, FFH, building regulations and CDM 2015 \n \n Produce accurate reports within agreed templates, standards and KPIs \n \n Manage small works projects from specification through to completion \n \n Support contract administration and monitor contractor performance \n \n Communicate findings professionally with residents, colleagues, contractors and partners \n \n Build strong working relationships across Property Services and Customer and Neighbourhood teams \n \n Contribute to service improvement, team KPIs and continuous professional development \n \n Our expectations \n \n \n High quality inspections completed consistently and on time \n \n Clear, accurate specifications and reports \n \n Effective diagnosis and escalation of building defects \n \n Strong contractor oversight and value-for-money decision making \n \n Professional communication with residents and partners \n \n Reliable contribution to team performance, KPIs and service standards \n \n Proactive approach to learning, CPD and technical development \n \n About you \n Essential Criteria \n \n \n HND in Building Construction or degree in Building Surveying \n \n Strong experience carrying out property surveys and diagnosing building defects \n \n Ability to prepare specifications, schedules and detailed technical reports \n \n Knowledge of JCT contracts, CDM 2015 and housing standards \n \n Competence in assessing HHSRS compliance \n \n Strong diagnostic, organisational and problem-solving skills \n \n Experience monitoring contractors or consultants \n \n Good IT skills and confidence with financial assessments \n \n Physically capable of undertaking site inspections \n \n Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle \n \n Desired Criteria \n \n \n MRICS or MCIOB (or working towards) \n \n Experience working within social housing \n \n Benefits \n At SettleParadigm, we believe in creating an environment where our people feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our comprehensive benefits and rewards package reflects this commitment. \n \n \n annual salary: £51,577 per annum \n \n 25 days holiday, increasing with service, plus Christmas closure and buy options \n \n Generous pension scheme – up to 9.5% employer contribution via salary sacrifice \n \n Family-friendly leave : Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption leave \n \n Health cash plan – claim up to £1,800 for everyday health costs (plus free kids' cover) \n \n Life cover and income protection \n \n Flexible working – hybrid options, modern offices, free parking & EV charging \n \n And that's just the beginning! We're also thrilled to provide: \n \n \n Mental Health First Aiders available
Building Surveyor in Luton employer: Paradigm Housing
SettleParadigm is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the community. With competitive salaries, generous benefits including a robust pension scheme, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development, we empower our team to grow their careers while contributing to the delivery of high-quality housing services across Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, and Hertfordshire. Join us in building a better future together, as we champion a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
