Residential Surveyor

Location: Northumberland, NE23 7BF
Coverage Area: Newcastle, Northumberland, Sunderland and surrounding areas
Salary: £35,000–£50,000 per annum, dependent on qualifications and experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Hybrid / Flexible
Employment Type: Permanent, with self-employed opportunities also considered

About Prime Property Surveyors Ltd

Prime Property Surveyors Ltd is a growing independent residential surveying practice based in Northumberland. We provide a professional range of services, including RICS Level 2 Home Surveys, RICS Level 3 Building Surveys, RICS residential valuations, new-build snagging surveys, damp and defect inspections, and drone-assisted roof surveys .

We are now looking for a qualified and experienced Residential Surveyor to join our growing team.

Our approach is simple: quality over quantity . Surveyors will typically undertake one residential survey per day, depending on the type, size and complexity of the property , allowing sufficient time to carry out thorough inspections and produce high-quality reports.

The Role

You will carry out residential property surveys and inspections across Newcastle, Northumberland, Sunderland and surrounding areas .

Key Responsibilities

• Complete RICS Level 2 Home Surveys and RICS Level 3 Building Surveys .
• Undertake RICS residential valuations .
• Carry out new-build snagging surveys.
• Conduct damp and defect inspections.
• Complete drone-assisted roof inspections where appropriate.
• Identify property defects, structural concerns and maintenance requirements.
• Produce accurate, detailed and professional survey reports.
• Provide clear advice and recommendations to clients.
• Manage your own workload and survey appointments effectively.
• Maintain high professional and industry standards.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a professional, independent and client-focused surveyor with:

• Strong residential surveying experience.
• Excellent knowledge of residential construction, building defects and property condition.
• Strong report-writing and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• The ability to work independently and manage a flexible workload.
• A commitment to delivering a high-quality service.

Qualifications & Requirements

Essential

• RICS-qualified (AssocRICS or MRICS) essential.
• Alternatively, MCIOB membership may be considered for suitably qualified and experienced candidates.
• Relevant residential surveying experience.
• A full UK driving licence and access to a suitable vehicle for business use, with appropriate business insurance.

Desirable

• Experience with RICS Level 2 and Level 3 surveys.
• Experience with RICS residential valuations.
• Experience carrying out snagging, damp and defect inspections.
• Experience using drones for roof inspections.
• CABE membership.

Salary & Benefits

• £35,000–£50,000 per annum , dependent on qualifications and experience.
• 37.5 hours per week with hybrid and flexible working arrangements.
• Standard office hours of 8:30am5:00pm .
• Pension scheme.
• Mileage allowance for business travel.
• Strong focus on work-life balance.
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities.
• All required surveying equipment provided.
• Drone, iPad, laptop and iPhone provided.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.

Self-Employed Opportunities

We are also open to considering experienced Residential Surveyors on a self-employed basis .

Join Prime Property Surveyors Ltd

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing independent practice offering a flexible, quality-focused role with modern equipment, professional development and a strong work-life balance.

If you are a qualified Residential Surveyor looking for a role where you can focus on delivering high-quality work rather than high survey volumes, we would love to hear from you.

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