Manpower UK
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Building Surveyor / Domestic Energy Assessor
Location: Salisbury & Dorset (Hiring Office: Cardiff)
Employment Type: PAYE
Expected Workload: Minimum 5 surveys per day
Security Requirements: BPSS clearance required (must be eligible to obtain clearance)
DBS Check: Required as part of onboarding
Our client is a world-leading engineering and professional services organisation dedicated to shaping a better future through innovation, expertise, and sustainable solutions. They support clients across the public and private sectors by delivering high-quality surveying, engineering, and asset management services.
The Role
We are seeking qualified and motivated Building Surveyors / Domestic Energy Assessors to support a major residential surveying programme across Salisbury and Dorset. This role involves conducting residential property inspections, condition surveys, and Domestic Energy Assessments (EPCs), providing accurate reporting and asset information to support estate management strategies.
This is a field-based role with an expectation of completing five or more surveys per day. Surveyors will be paid on a per-survey basis rather than hourly, offering the opportunity to maximise earnings through productivity and efficient route planning.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct site inspections and condition surveys of residential properties.
- Identify, assess, and record building defects and maintenance requirements.
- Capture photographs, measurements, and detailed survey notes during inspections.
- Produce concise, accurate, and professional survey reports.
- Undertake Domestic Energy Assessments and generate Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs).
- Maintain and update survey data, asset registers, and condition records.
- Support capital investment planning through the provision of accurate asset information.
- Ensure statutory compliance-related information is accurately captured and recorded.
- Interpret drawings, plans, and property-related documentation where required.
- Adhere to all health, safety, and security requirements when working in occupied properties and live environments.
- Manage daily workloads efficiently to meet survey completion targets.
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Essential Requirements
- Qualified Domestic Energy Assessor (DEA).
- Strong knowledge of residential building construction, building fabric, and common defects.
- Experience conducting condition surveys and property inspections.
- Competent in site measurement, defect identification, and report writing.
- Full UK driving licence and access to reliable transport.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently across multiple locations.
- Eligibility to obtain BPSS Security Clearance.
- Willingness to undergo a DBS check as part of the onboarding process.
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Desirable Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Building Surveying or equivalent qualification.
- Membership of a relevant professional body.
- Experience working within housing, public sector, or asset management environments.
- Knowledge of planned maintenance and lifecycle asset management principles.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently in the field. You will possess excellent observational and reporting skills, with the ability to identify building issues accurately and provide practical remedial recommendations. A strong commitment to safety, professionalism, and customer service is essential.
Remuneration
- PAYE employment.
- £85 paid per completed survey.
- Expected output of 5+ surveys per day.
- Mileage and expenses arrangements to be discussed during the recruitment process.
Security Clearance
Due to the nature of the projects undertaken, all successful candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) clearance and successfully complete a DBS check before commencing work.
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