Senior Technical Surveyor ( Subsidence)

Overview

In this role you lead complex domestic and commercial subsidence cases, guiding teams and clients through investigations and solutions. You will design stabilisation schemes, oversee tenders, and ensure regulatory compliance, with a focus on delivering high-quality technical outcomes. You work within a specialist subsidence team to strengthen client relationships and support cross-divisional initiatives. This is a home-based role with travel, centered around Leeds, offering autonomy and meaningful impact on policyholders and property outcomes. You will shape technical strategy and mentoring within a collaborative, expert environment.

Pay / Benefits

• Pension, 5% employee and 5% employer contribution
• 25 days holiday (26 after 5 years, 27 after 10)
• Flexible working
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life assurance: 4x salary
• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Responsibilities

• Lead complex subsidence investigations from initial visit to final resolution
• Assess structural, technical and insurance-related issues at damaged properties
• Design stabilisation schemes and repair strategies
• Produce technical reports, specifications and tender documents
• Interpret geotechnical data and advise on foundation solutions
• Administer building contracts, valuations and variations
• Ensure compliance with Building Regulations, Planning, CDM and Party Wall legislation
• Collaborate with policyholders, insurers, loss adjusters, contractors and authorities
• Mentor colleagues and contribute to training delivery
• Maintain accurate case records and service levels
• Support Davies divisions and strengthen client relationships

Key requirements

• Degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Surveying or related discipline
• Strong experience in subsidence investigation and building pathology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, organised, able to work independently
• Flexible, resilient in a fast-paced environment
• Solid understanding of buildings insurance, contract administration and construction law
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Enthusiasm and commitment to outstanding customer service

• communication
• independence
• proactivity
• subsidence investigation
• geotechnical interpretation
• building regulations

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