Senior Technical Surveyor ( Subsidence)

Senior Technical Surveyor ( Subsidence)

Department: Claims Management

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Home United Kingdom

Reporting To: Graeme Caird

Description

Based ideally Leeds & Surrounding areas

Are you ready to take on some of the most technically challenging and rewarding subsidence claims in the industry?

Davies is looking for a skilled, motivated professional to join our specialist subsidence division — someone who thrives on complex problem‑solving, enjoys autonomy, and wants to make a real impact for clients and policyholders.

This is a home‑based role with travel you will ideally be based around the Leeds area with the freedom to manage your own workload while being part of a supportive, expert team.

What will your day look like:

You’ll be the technical lead on our more complex domestic and commercial subsidence claims, providing expert guidance to colleagues and clients. Your work will include:

• Managing complex subsidence investigations from first visit to final resolution


• Visiting damaged properties to assess structural, technical and insurance‑related issues


• Designing and overseeing stabilisation schemes and repair strategies


• Producing high‑quality technical reports, specifications and tender documents


• Interpreting geotechnical investigations and advising on foundation solutions


• Administering building contracts, valuations and variations


• Ensuring compliance with Building Regulations, Planning, CDM and Party Wall legislation


• Working closely with policyholders, insurers, loss adjusters, contractors and local authorities


• Supporting and mentoring colleagues, and contributing to training delivery


• Maintaining accurate case records and meeting service level expectations


• You’ll also play a key role in strengthening client relationships and supporting other Davies divisions when needed.

Knowledge and Abilities:

We’re looking for someone with the technical depth and confidence to handle highly complex subsidence cases. You’ll ideally have:

• A degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Building Surveying or a related discipline


• Strong experience in subsidence investigation and building pathology


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills


• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to work independently


• A flexible mindset and the resilience to thrive in a fast‑paced environment


• Solid understanding of buildings insurance, contract administration and construction law


• A full, clean UK driving licence


• Enthusiasm, professionalism and a commitment to delivering outstanding customer service are essential.

Benefits

Career & Purpose

• Davies Innovation Lab


• Leadership training programme


• Funding for professional qualifications


• Thrive at Davies; learning opportunities

Environmental & Social

• The Davies Foundation


• Local charity funding


• Pennies To Heaven


• Employee Resource Groups


• Employee volunteering programme

Financial Health

• Pension, 5% employee and 5% employer contribution


• My Choices at Davies provides; High Street discounts and Financial wellbeing hub


• Life assurance: x4


• Refer a Friend


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Lease car salary sacrifice


• Davies Incentive Plan


• Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay

Mental, Physical & Emotional Wellbeing

• Wellbeing centre; move, munch, money & mind focus


• Discounts with 100's of UK retailers


• EAP; 24/7 confidential helpline


• 25 days holiday, increases to 26 days after 5 years and 27 after 10 years


• Flexible working


• Dress for your day


• Inclusive employment policies eg. Menopause, fostering friendly, fertility, sabbatical policy and baby loss and miscarriage


• Flexible benefits include; holiday purchase plan and a opportunity to purchase heath cash plan and BUPA dental plan

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