Teqniq is searching for a Disrepair Surveyor to work in the public sector.
Key Responsibilities:
● CPR 35 Inspections & Reporting: Conduct thorough inspections and produce CPR 35 compliant reports, managing a weekly caseload of at least three surveys/reports.
● Technical Investigation: Investigate complex technical faults (including dampness, mold, mechanical ventilation, and psychrometric conditions) using specialised equipment to determine appropriate remedies.
● Defect Remediation: Design specifications, bills of quantities, and contracts to address building defects in a cost-effective manner to avoid litigation.
● Case Management: Oversee complex reactive repairs and capital projects from inception to sign-off, handling variations and post-inspection sign-offs in internal systems.
● Resident & Stakeholder Engagement: Communicate clearly and empathetically with residents, contractors, and internal teams, maintaining a resident-centric, trauma-informed approach.
● Health & Safety Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to HHSRS, Health & Safety at Work legislation, CDM, COSHH, and DDA requirements to keep residents and workers safe.
● Financial & Claims Support: Assist authority insurers/assessors in agreeing settlement figures and manage repair budgets using Schedule of Rates (SOR).
What We Are Looking For:
Qualifications & Professional Memberships
● Minimum of an HNC in Building Studies / Construction (or equivalent).
● Professional membership to a relevant body (RICS, CIOB, CIEH, CABE, or IOSH).
Experience & Skills
● Minimum of 2 years’ professional experience in disrepair surveying as an Expert Witness within the public or private sector.
● Proven, practical experience working with the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
● In-depth knowledge of legal disrepair protocols, housing legislation, and CPR 35 Practice Direction.
● Proficiency using handheld technology, mobile surveying tools, and PC-based management systems.
● Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle difficult conversations, build trust with residents, and present clear evidence.
TEQ-0826-136001
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Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £356.20 per day
Work Location: In person
