Roofing Surveyor

External / Roofing Surveyor

Leeds - Manchester – You’ll need to be based around the M62 Corridor

£35,000 - £45,000 per annum plus company vehicle and benefits

Key Responsibilities

On-Site Surveying & Data Collection

• Carry out detailed roof surveys across commercial, industrial, and residential projects.
• Measure roof dimensions, drainage points, outlets, perimeters, falls, upstands, and penetrations with accuracy.
• Identify existing build-ups, verify deck condition, and assess requirements for tapered insulation or flat board.
• Capture photographic evidence and produce clear survey notes to support the design process.
• Assess risks relating to access, working at height and site constraints.
• Identify suitable tapered insulation approaches (e.g., PIR, Rockwool, hybrid systems).
• Determine constraints such as U-value requirements, minimum falls, and compliance with BS 6229 and manufacturer guidelines.
• Recommend where tapered gutters, sumps, or additional design features may be required.
• Liaise with contractors/manufacturers to understand project requirements, sequencing and installation preferences.

Design Collaboration

• Provide precise survey data to the internal design team to allow production of accurate tapered schemes (CAD/PDF).
• Clarify technical queries and ensure survey findings align with proposed build-ups.
• Support the design team with revisions where site conditions differ from drawings or tender information.

Customer & Stakeholder Interaction

• Act as a technical representative for the business during surveys.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, installers, consultants, and manufacturers.
• Provide on-site guidance on tapered insulation best practice and drainage optimisation.
• Represent the company professionally and support commercial decision-making where required.

Reporting & Compliance

• Produce clear and concise survey reports within agreed timescales.
• Ensure all survey work aligns with relevant standards (BS 6229, Part L, fire requirements, etc.).
• Maintain accurate records of site visits, access arrangements, and risk assessments.
• Support project tracking and ensure information is fed into CRM or internal systems.

Skills, Experience & Competencies

Essential

• Strong understanding of flat roofing systems (single-ply, liquid, bituminous, warm roof build-ups, etc.).
• Experience in tapered insulation (PIR, mineral wool, hybrid).
• Comfortable surveying roofs at height with appropriate training/PPE.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in measurements.
• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Previous experience in a roofing surveyor, estimator, or technical advisor role.
• Knowledge of system manufacturers.
• CSCS card or equivalent site qualification.
• Thermal and U-value understanding.

Key Attributes

• Professional, reliable, and confident representing the business on site.
• Able to work independently and manage a varied site schedule.
• Solution-focused with a practical approach to resolving technical issues.
• Strong time-management and organisation skills.
• Proactive mindset with a willingness to learn tapered design principles in depth.

Benefits

• Training and development in tapered design, surveying, and product systems.
• Opportunities to work with leading manufacturers in the roofing industry.
• Company pension, holiday entitlement, and progression opportunities.

 

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