MRICS Building Surveyor
11 days ago
Plymouth
We are recruiting for a qualified MRICS Building Surveyor with a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) to work on a self-employed basis covering Devon & Cornwall. This role focuses on undertaking detailed surveys of residential properties and preparing high-quality expert witness reports for legal proceedings, including the preparation of Scott Schedules. This is self-employed outside IR35 paid per completed report, the quoted rate is rate OTE. This is an excellent opportunity for a surveyor with strong technical expertise and a keen interest in dispute resolution and litigation support work. Duties will include • Conduct comprehensive building surveys of domestic/residential properties, including defect diagnosis and condition reporting, • Prepare clear, concise, and well-evidenced expert witness reports suitable for legal proceedings, • Produce Scott Schedules in relation to construction and property disputes, • Ensure all work complies with relevant professional standards and legal requirements, • Manage a caseload efficiently and meet strict deadlines Skills & Experience • MRICS qualified (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors), • Minimum of 3 years’ PQE in building surveying, • Proven experience in residential property surveys and defect analysis, • Demonstrable experience in preparing expert witness reports and Scott Schedules, • Strong understanding of construction technology, building pathology, and relevant legislation, • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, • Strong attention to detail and analytical skills, • Full UK driving licence