Building Surveyor

An experienced Building Surveyor is required to join our client, a Property Insurance Claims Specialist who possess a wealth of Industry experience and knowledge within the Repair and Reinstatement Services to supporting a range of Businesses including Insurers, Managing General Agents, Loss Adjusters, Solicitors, Third Party Administrators etc. As experts in their field their team has a wide range of professionals including Surveyors, Engineers and Claims Technicians who proactively manage the lifecycle of the claim ensuring a seamless claims journey.

The role is predominantly Desk Based with occasional travel, circa 3-4 site visits per month throughout the Southern Region.

Responsibilities:

• Provide technical assistance with household and third-party damage claims, including tenders.
• Take ownership and work closely with the Claims Team
• Determine and recommend a site visit and arrange the appointment of a network contractor or cash settlement negotiations
• Manage the tender process
• Prepare reports by reviewing the property damage via video footage, images, provided quotes by customers and via other relevant sources
• Review site reports and schedules
• Prepare reports and updates to clients making decisions and recommendations
• Negotiate cash settlements
• Control costs for clients and reconcile costs
• Desk based auditing of contractor performance

About you:

• Experience of Surveying within the Insurance Claims Sector - Essential
• In-depth knowledge of building pathology, property repair works and their costs
• Exceptional communication skills verbal and written
• The ability to project manage
• IT Literate with working knowledge of Microsoft Office products i.e. Outlook, Word, Excel
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to organise your own workload
• Surveying, Buildings, and/or Industry Insurance related Qualifications would be desirable but not essential
• Site visiting experience would be an advantage
• Full Clean UK Driving Licence

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary circa up to £45,000 per annum
• Car allowance £4,500 per annum or a higher mileage rate if using own car
• The opportunity to purchase an additional 5 days holiday, a day of for your birthday and a volunteer day
• Healthcare flexi benefits
• Support and development towards professional development including membership fees