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