At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead projects to restore properties and manage surveying activities.
- Company: Dynamic company focused on home claims with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, fully funded vehicle, flexible working, and private healthcare.
- Other info: Comprehensive training and excellent career growth opportunities available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference by helping clients recover from property damage.
- Qualifications: Full UK driving licence and strong communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Location: Cardiff/Southwest
Type: Permanent
Remuneration: Competitive salary based on skills, experience and qualifications; includes incentive scheme, fully funded company vehicle or cash in lieu allowance, and self‑invested pension scheme.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage projects to restore properties damaged by insured perils ranging from £50k to £5m.
- Work alone or lead a small team with quantity surveyors, CAD technicians and engineers, as project size and complexity require.
- Perform surveying activities including technical reporting, defect diagnosis, preparing schedules of works, contract administration and overall project management.
- Communicate effectively with policyholders, insurers, contractors and other stakeholders, delivering professional reports within tight deadlines.
- Manage workloads and make reasoned decisions under pressure, demonstrating empathy for clients who have suffered loss or bereavement.
Qualifications & Skills
- Full UK driving licence and ability to travel by car.
- Excellent communication skills – wrote clear reports and negotiated settlements.
- Extensive knowledge of building construction and relevant legislation.
- Chartered status (or actively working toward it) – MRICS or MCIOB preferred.
What's Helpful but Not Essential
- Experience using Apple software such as iPads or other tablets.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and incentive scheme.
- Self‑invested pension scheme (SIPP).
- Fully funded company vehicle or cash in lieu allowance.
- Holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays.
- Flexible working – from office or home.
- Private healthcare plan (including pre‑existing conditions).
- Life assurance, employee assistance programme and group income protection.
- Voluntary benefits – dental cover, cycle‑to‑work scheme, season ticket loan, wellbeing and digital GP applications.
- Discounts on various products and services.
We offer comprehensive training through Sedgwick University, tailored role‑specific programmes and opportunities to continue formal education.
Equal Opportunity Employer – we have a zero tolerance policy towards discrimination of any kind.
Building Surveyor - Home Claims in Cardiff employer: Texas Society of Professional Surveyors
As a Building Surveyor with us in Cardiff/Southwest, you will thrive in a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. We offer competitive remuneration, flexible working options, and comprehensive training through Sedgwick University, ensuring you have the resources to excel in your role while making a meaningful impact on clients' lives during challenging times.
Contact Details:
Texas Society of Professional Surveyors Recruitment Team
