Jobs in London - Special Projects Surveyor- Major Works • London

Company: Hays

London

Special Projects Surveyor – Major Works (Latent Defects & Fire Safety) Special Projects Surveyor – Major Works (Latent Defects & Fire Safety)Salary: £68,309 + performance bonusLocation: North London (Islington, Hackney, Haringey)Hybrid: Up to 2 days per week from homeAre you an experienced Building Surveyor with a passion for solving complex building issues, delivering high‑risk remediation projects, and making homes safer for residents? This is a unique opportunity to join a specialist team tackling some of the most challenging latent defect and fire‑safety projects across North London.It’s a highly specialised role focused on major works, structural issues, building pathology, cladding remediation, and long‑term defect investigation. You’ll take ownership of projects across a diverse portfolio of high‑rise, mid‑rise, and low‑rise residential buildings (6–22 storeys), working independently while being part of a skilled and supportive team.The RoleManage multiple remediation projects simultaneously from inception through completionDiagnose issues through strong building pathology expertiseEnsure compliance with current fire‑safety and building‑regulation requirementsOversee contractors, consultants, and site operationsApply deep understanding of CDM regulationsCommunicate clearly and sensitively with residentsProduce high‑quality technical reports and contract documentationWork across two major workstreams: leaseholder blocks and general‑needs residential propertiesVisit sites regularly — with an Oyster card provided for operational travelAbout YouYou should bring:Strong Building Surveying background with major works experienceProven experience of latent defects, cladding, fire safety or structural remediationAbility to manage complex, multi‑disciplinary projects with minimal supervisionPractical understanding of CDM RegulationsExcellent communication and stakeholder‑management skillsExperience working in housing, local authority or similar environmentsConfidence in engaging with residents, including explaining technical issues in a clear, empathetic wayThe ability to work across multi‑storey residential buildings, including high‑rise blocksWhy Apply?Work on meaningful, safety‑critical projects shaping the future of residential building standardsJoin a specialist team of five delivering high‑profile, impactful programmesHyper‑local patch — most sites walkable across North LondonHybrid working: 2 days from homeOyster card provided for site travelClear, structured interview process with real focus on technical capabilityIf you are interested in hearing more, please apply or get in touch with Molly Spencer for more information:Molly.Spencer@hays.com # 4762700