Our Housing based client in Somerset are currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor to join their Homecare Team as soon as possible. This is a full time, permanent role offering £46,200 per year and hybrid working across their housing locations. The purpose of the role is to provide surveying capability in relation to identifying, inspecting, and providing solutions to problems and defects with our stock.Our Housing based client in Somerset are currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor to join their Homecare Team as soon as possible. This is a full time, permanent role offering £46,200 per year and hybrid working across their housing locations in Hampshire, Berkshire, Somerset, Devon, Dorset and surrounding areas. The purpose of the role is to provide surveying capability in relation to identifying, inspecting, and providing solutions to problems and defects with our stock. Responsibilities: To prepare schedules of work and project management support in relation to minor/major works where the technical surveying level is appropriate to specify and oversee the resulting works. Working within defined geographical areas of the organisation, with a flexible approach to covering the wider geography as and when required. Provide technical leadership to a variety of multi-disciplined projects which are delivered by in-house teams and external approved contractors ensuring the business maintains compliance with its statutory obligations and meets its customer expectations. Inspect and assess any repair requests and defects where an immediate repair may not be appropriate, and technical advice is required to identify and advise on appropriate solutions. Investigate technical defects or cases of disrepair as required, to include inspection of the property and provide written Housing Conditions reports as appropriate. Provide full technical support to legal department in respect of disrepair or legal claims received. Provide technical maintenance advice to support business decisions, including liaising with operations managers, supervisors, trade staff, sub-contractors, external contractors or consultants. Requirements: Effective interpersonal skills, including teamwork, networking and negotiation skills with the ability to positively motivate all stakeholders, whilst building trusted relationships A motivated and enthusiastic individual, who can work under pressure and prioritise workloads to deliver an outstanding service to the partnered departments Possess a commercially astute approach with a focus on obtaining value for money. Experience in building maintenance or building surveying Relevant degree or HND/HNC level in Building Surveying or equivalent construction related qualification. Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors advantageous If interested or require further information, please feel free to get in touch on 01772 208967 or email James at Service Care Solutions on james.gloverservicecare.org.uk