Posted 21 July, 2026
Building Surveyor (Subsidence)
Exchange Street Claims & Financial Services
Birmingham, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Our client is currently seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to deal with subsidence claims operating throughout the Birmingham / West Midlands region.The Role\n
- \n
- Claim Evaluation: Review all information from clients and claim handlers and conduct detailed site visits to validate claims for policy coverage, determine defect causation and scope of damage. \n
- Customer Interaction: Communicate with policyholders to gather additional information and inform them of policy liability and scope decisions. \n
- Claim Validation: Use company tools to create repair schedules and validate variations requests based on policy terms. Be able to interpret policy wordings and apply insurer claims' handling philosophies and guidelines \n
- Project Management: Oversee the entire claim process, from damage assessment, validation, repair scoping / scheduling, fulfilment to final report submission. \n
- Compliance: Ensure all processes comply with company policies, procedures, and Health & Safety legislation. \n
- Contractor Management: Appoint relevant contractors (e.g., asbestos, drying and restoration specialists, building contractors, etc) and provide clear instructions from the outset of the claim. \n
- \n
- Relevant technical / Loss Adjusting experience is desired. \n
- Experienced in project management, tender preparation and an expert in the requirements for CDM. \n
- Degree in Building Surveying (BSC Hons). \n
- Ideally you will be MRICS, C.Build.E or AMIStructE qualified, although this is not essential. \n
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. \n
- Excellent customer service, organizational & communication skills. \n
Interested applicants should apply online or forward their CVs to Dave Clements at Exchange Street Claims , , Job Ref: DC1011. For all other vacancies, take a look at our website - exchange-street.co.uk
