Building Surveyor - Damp & Mould

Building Surveyor - Damp & Mould

Location: Harlow, Essex
Rate: 400 per day (Umbrella)
Contract: Temporary - 12 Months
Hours: Full Time
Working Arrangement: Minimum 4 days per week on-site
Closing Date: 21st October 2026

The Opportunity

MMP Consultancy is currently recruiting for an experienced Building Surveyor (Damp & Mould) to join a housing organisation based in Harlow, Essex, on an initial 12-month contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled surveyor to play a key role in improving housing conditions, tackling damp, mould and condensation issues, and ensuring residents have access to safe, healthy and well-maintained homes.
The successful candidate will be responsible for carrying out detailed property inspections, identifying underlying causes of damp and mould, and overseeing effective remedial solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive inspections of residential properties to diagnose damp, mould and condensation issues.
• Identify root causes of building defects, including structural issues, ventilation problems and moisture ingress.
• Produce detailed technical reports, specifications and recommendations for remedial works.
• Oversee contractors and monitor repair works to ensure quality, compliance and timely completion.
• Ensure compliance with Awaab's Law , housing standards and relevant health and safety legislation.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports and case management documentation.
• Liaise with residents, contractors and internal teams, providing clear communication throughout the investigation and repair process.
• Support the delivery of long-term improvements to housing conditions and property maintenance standards.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Building Surveyor who can demonstrate:

• Proven experience in building surveying, ideally within social housing or residential property maintenance.
• Strong technical knowledge of damp, mould, condensation and building pathology.
• Experience diagnosing property defects and specifying appropriate remedial works.
• Good understanding of Awaab's Law, housing legislation and property compliance requirements.
• Experience managing contractors and monitoring repair programmes.
• Excellent report-writing, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently while maintaining high standards of service.

What's on Offer?

• 400 per day (Umbrella)
• Initial 12-month contract
• Full-time opportunity
• Minimum 4 days per week on-site in Harlow
• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to housing conditions and resident wellbeing

Interested in Applying?

If you're an experienced Building Surveyor with a strong background in damp and mould investigations, we'd love to hear from you.
Please send your updated CV, availability and current day rate to:

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