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
Salary description
£450.00 - £450.00 per day