Sedgwick
Development Surveyor - Latent Defects
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Development Surveyor - Latent Defects
Development Surveyor – Latent Defects
Sedgwick is seeking a Development Surveyor to join our specialist Structural Defects Services team, supporting projects across the West Midlands and South (M5 corridor).
Our Vision for the Role
By joining Sedgwick, you’ll be part of something truly meaningful. It’s what our 33,000 colleagues do every day for people around the world facing the unexpected. We invite you to:
- Grow your career with us
- Experience our caring and supportive culture
- Enjoy work-life balance
- Work towards a promising future with no limits to what you can achieve
Recognitions & Benefits
- Newsweek: America’s Greatest Workplaces National Top Companies
- Great Place to Work® Certification
- Fortune Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for someone early in their surveying, construction, or engineering career who is eager to:
- Develop technical expertise in structural defects and building pathology
- Build a strong foundation through structured mentorship and on-the-job learning
- Progress confidently into more complex, high-value work
You’ll support the management of a diverse portfolio of structural and latent defect cases spanning commercial, residential, and multi-unit properties, guided and trained by experienced colleagues. Key responsibilities include:
- Assisting with site inspections
- Collecting evidence for defect assessments
- Supporting the initial diagnosis and causation analysis of damage
- Contributing to preliminary reports
- Reviewing technical documentation
- Collaborating with senior colleagues and external engineers to refine repair strategies
As you grow, you may also take on additional responsibilities such as:
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- Reviewing scopes of work for repair projects
- Monitoring reinstatement progress
- Drafting parts of final reports
You’ll also gain holistic insight into wider surveying functions, including:
- Preparing repair scopes
- Supporting contract administration
- Assisting in tendering processes
Your career progression will be guided through:
✔ On-the-job training ✔ Mentoring programmes ✔ Regular technical workshops and courses
After an initial home-based position with travel, expect flexibility as the model evolves based on role requirements.
What We’re Looking For
To apply for this role you should have or be working towards:
- Fully valid UK driving license (essential for regional site visits)
- Degree-level qualification (or equivalent qualification in progress) in surveying, construction, or engineering
- Relaxed considerations for future chartership candidates (e.g., MSCS, MCIOB, MRICS, MICE)
- Some aware knowledge in building construction and structural defects (training fully funded)
- An interest in insurance claims adjustment or defect-related work (desirable, but not essential)
- Analytical mindset and willingness to learn how to diagnose defects and implement repair strategies
- Proactive attitude: ability to work independently, collaborate remotely, and engage confidently with clients while growing professionally
The Benefits
At Sedgwick, our commitment to your growth begins on day one. You’ll receive:
Remuneration & Pay Structure
- Competitive salary aligned with skills, experience, and qualifications
- Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP) plan
- 25 days annual leave + statutory bank holidays
- Flexible working option: hybrid schedule blending remote work with office presence
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Workplace Support
- Private healthcare plan (including pre-existing condition cover)
- Life assurance
- Group Income Protection
Voluntary Perks
- Voluntary dental benefits, cycle-to-work scheme, and season ticket loan
- Employee assistance programme for mental and physical well-being
- Digital GP services on demand
- Discounted discounts on products and services worldwide
The Sedgwick Difference
This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to contribute to transformative work:
Behind the Scenes Success
- Solve millions of claims yearly for the UK’s most trusted insurance brands
- Join Sedgwick University, our flagship training and development programme, offering:
- 15,000+ courses ready on demand
- Role-specific upskilling
- Continuous professional education (CPE) pathways
- Build a sustainable career rooted in integrity while shaping the future of insurance solutions
Join a Community That Makes a Difference
If you thrive in workplaces where teamwork is connected to a meaningful mission, we want to hear from you.
"Protecting People. Enabling Lives."
Inclusion & Equality
Sedgwick adheres to a zero-tolerance policy on discrimination—every application is assessed on merit. We celebrate diversity in age, disability, gender identity, marital/family status, race, religion, sex, and sexual orientation.
Next Steps
Ready to start your journey in an industry-outstanding company? Apply today—watch out for interviews (virtual or in-person) following the review process.
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