Building Surveyor
3 months on-going contract, Inside IR35
Bromley, London
Job Purpose
To be responsible to the Line Manager for the repair and maintenance of the Council’s operational properties and schools.
Work in a team of Engineers/Surveyors, supervising, repair, maintenance and improvement works undertaken by external contractors via Competitive tendering/quotations, Measured Term Contracts and Schedules of Rates.
Responsibilities
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary professional team providing Planned and Reactive maintenance for the Council’s operational properties.
Conduct inspections of buildings as directed to identify both short- and long-term maintenance requirements.
Inspect the work of, Approved contractors, Schedule of Rate contractors and Term contractors ensuring that work is of an acceptable standard and is carried out within the appropriate time scale and to current statutory requirements.
Ensure that the projects allocated to you are managed on time as scheduled in the annual maintenance programme.
Where required liaise with the appointed consultant on projects and obtain all necessary planning and statutory approvals.
Create design solutions for building works, including production of layouts, working drawings, estimates and specifications.
As Lead officer, manage other building professionals throughout the life span of the project.
Carry out the management, support and development of staff as appropriate.
Ensure compliance with the Council’s Financial Regulations. Maintain the financial control of contracts to ensure tender procedures; quotes, variation orders and payments are made in accordance with the Building Maintenance Tendering Procedures.
Ensure that the Council’s Health and Safety responsibilities are maintained including all requirements of the CDM regulations.
Provide line manager with regular progress reports on all projects, to including financial and timeline updates.
Where appropriate use computer systems pertaining to the work of the section.
Carry out investigations, suggest solutions and prepare reports on building maintenance matters for the Line Manager or client.
Knowledge
Hold a degree or qualification recognised by one the following professional bodies or extensive relevant previous experience: Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, Chartered Institute of Building
To have an up-to-date technical knowledge of building design and refurbishment, the ability to diagnose building defects and specify remedial works.
To have an up-to-date knowledge of building legislation and statutory requirements.
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Role: Quantity Surveyor
Location: Dublin
Salary: Negotiable DOE
Role and Responsibilities
Our client that specialise in the Healthcare environment are currently recruiting for a Quantity Surveyor to join their team.
The key areas of responsibility include depending on experience
Prepare Sub Contractor enquiries
Subcontractors evaluation and negotiation
Control all stages of projects within predetermined budget and expenditure.
Monitor and keep track of project progress, measurement and valuation of variations, for agreement of interim payments and the final account.
Work as part of a team to ensure that the requirements of the client are delivered.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Intermediate -Degree calibre, and industry experience –
Personal Skills
High degree of personal motivation
Commercial acumen
Ability to work as part of a close knit management team and manage numerous activities / projects simultaneously – both short and long term.
Ability to work on own initiative and with the minimum of supervision
Outgoing personality essential for dealing directly with Clients and their design team
Good negotiator
Flexibility with regard to working across all areas of the business, and hours to meet the requirements of this challenging position.
Preferred Skills
Good working knowledge of forms of contract currently used within the Building and Civil Engineering industry
Good working knowledge of standard forms of measurement.
Driving licence
Good IT skills - particularly Word and Excel
Excellent communication skills
Experience with Cubit software
Must have a full, clean Irish drivers’ licence for this role.
Due to the urgency of this vacancy, it is not possible for our client at this time to consider anyone without the appropriate work permits, visa or sponsorship's already in place. Therefore, we are unable to consider candidates who do not have full authorisation to work in Ireland.
Applications submitted without the necessary visa in place will not be considered.
If the position above is of interest to you and you would like to know more, please call Marie today on 0830104097 in complete confidence.
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Building control surveyor– Manchester£50 per hourFixed term contract – Full TimeKey Accountabilities
Support the leadership of building control function, through provision of specialist technical advice to support the delivery of organisational priorities, and to ensure the Council is able to meet its legal obligationsRepresent the service/organisation in meetings, working groups and other forums, providing an input that proactively drives delivery of priorities.A strong and clear advocate for the organisation’s m people approach.Through personal example, open commitment and clear action, ensure diversity is positively valued, resulting in equal access and treatment in employment, service delivery and communications.Where the role holder is disabled, every effort will be made to supply all the necessary aids, adaptations or equipment to allow them to carry out all the duties of the job. If however, a certain task proves to be unachievable, job redesign will be pursued.These roles sit in the Planning, Building Control and Licensing Service. The service contributes to the delivery of key objectives for the city, ensuring new development essential to providing new homes sand new jobs, and the wider environment are safe, responds to the climate change agenda and are of the highest quality. The primary role of the post holder will be to provide support and supervision of inspectors at all levels (class 1 to 3) and sign off their work.The role provides specialist leadership support on the technical aspects of the Building Control function of the service, leading in the decision-making process and are responsible for making decisions in relation to innovative, complex and sensitive technical and legislative issues in order to deliver the key objectives of the City Council.The role will include highly specialist responsibility for Fire Safety and Safe at Sports Grounds; liaising with and representing the Council at SAG meetings and undertaking any duties relevant to ensuring the safety of the public.
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A client within the Public Sector based in Greater Manchester is currently recruiting for a Building Control Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority.
The Role
Key purpose of the role is to support the leadership of building control function, through provision of specialist technical advice to support the delivery of organisational priorities, and to ensure the Council is able to meet its legal obligations.
Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Provide guidance, specifications, drawings etc for a range of mechanical services maintenance work
Receive and assess planned preventative maintenance certification and associated reports
Agree appropriate bodies of repair and remedial works to keep the council’s buildings operational, safe and compliant
Work collaboratively with the contractor to agree costs and programmes
Commission specialist surveys where required
Carry out feasibility work, including budget estimates
The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require must have a qualified to degree level or equivalent, in a related discipline and holds a professional membership of a building control related organisation.
The below skills would be beneficial for the role:
Be a registered Building Inspector to at least a Class 3 – Specialist level in accordance with the Building Inspector Competence Framework.
Detailed and extensive knowledge of the Building Control legislative framework and a comprehensive understanding of associated legislation and Council policy that it interfaces with.
Must have knowledge and experience acquired, whilst working in a Local Authority or Approved Inspector building control organisation, is suitable for the role.
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £45 - £50 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.
How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.
Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.
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Sales Executive
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary: £25k - £30k + Uncapped Commission
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
The Client:
A well-established company, our client specialises in the design, manufacture, and wholesale of Composite Decking.
The Role:
As a Sales Executive, you will engagein proactive sales and customer management activities to drive business growth.
Responsibilities:
? Review customers purchase histories to uncover sales opportunities and devise strategies.
? Identify and leverage opportunities for cross-selling or enhancing client spend.
? Calculate materials needed for projects from technical drawings, with provided training.
? Communicate effectively with project managers, quantity surveyors, and estimators.
? Participate in client activities, including visits, presentations, and trade shows.
? Efficiently handle daily office tasks and practice effective time management.
? Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
Requirements:
? Previously worked as a Sales Executive or in a similar role.
? Proven track record in sales, preferably in the building products, supply, or construction sectors.
? Ability in identifying, growing, and retaining new business.
? Capable to work independently as well as part of a team, showcasing strong business acumen and confidence.
? Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all levels.
? Prior experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator would be beneficial.
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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Surveyor Permanent £45kBracknellResponsibilities
Inspect and assess any repair requests and defects where an immediate repair may not be appropriate, and technical advice is required to identify and advise on appropriate solutions.
Investigate technical defects or cases of disrepair as required, to include inspection of the property and provide written Housing Conditions reports as appropriate.
Provide full technical support to legal department in respect of disrepair or legal claims received.
Provide technical maintenance advice to support business decisions, including liaising with operations managers, supervisors, trade staff, sub-contractors, external contractors or consultants.
Obtain quotations (when required) for repairs and/or specialist works from sub-contractors keeping aligned to client’s Financial regulations.
Technical approval of Disabled Facility Grant applications and the associated works, including progress and post inspection of site and completed works.
Technical assistance with customer permissions and retrospective permissions requests.
Where required support the property care team with surveying requirements to support the delivery of the internal and external planned maintenance programme.
Carry out property inspections to assess component replacement dates and advice regarding inclusion of works within Planned Maintenance Programmes.
Demonstrate excellent standards of customer care, when dealing with all customer queries, requests or complaints and to use an empathic, pragmatic and efficient approach to reach a solution in line with client policies, procedures and values.
Follow our ‘one team’ approach, working across all directorates and areas to ensure the sharing of knowledge and expertise in support of developing improvements and changes.
Ensure a high level of written and oral communication is maintained and produced to ensure data quality and information systems are kept to the highest standards.
Undertake other reasonable duties commensurate with the position
Skills
Effective interpersonal skills, including teamwork, networking and negotiation skills with the ability to positively motivate all stakeholders, whilst building trusted relationships
A motivated and enthusiastic individual, who can work under pressure and prioritise workloads to deliver an outstanding service to the partnered departments
Possess a commercially astute approach with a focus on obtaining value for money.
Experience in building maintenance or building surveying
Relevant degree or HND/HNC level in Building Surveying or equivalent construction related qualification.
Member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (advantageous)
Good understanding of the usual Microsoft Office software as well as an appreciation of the opportunities presented by software designed specifically for maintenance management.
Full driving licence and access to own transport, or ability to travel in a timely and efficient manner to attend meetings in locations not easily accessed by public transport
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Surveyor - KirkleesSalary: £22.98 per hourFull Time – Monday-Friday 08:00-16:00Role Purpose:
As a proactive Surveyor the post holder will support the Team Leader and deliver the operational duties of their service/business area. The post holder will work with colleagues across the organisation in line with KNH’s core behaviours and values and contribute to the delivery of the organisation’s purpose, vision and objectives, ensuring positive outcomes for the business and KNH customers.A key component of the role will be to directly contribute to delivering high performance and continuous improvement within the service/business area in line with Service Plans, Medium Term Financial Plan, the joint Delivery Plan and the key objectives to deliver a customer focused service.The post holder will provide technical expertise on all aspects of building maintenance and surveying, including preparation of detailed specifications, planning and monitoring work, and contribute towards the Asset Management Plan. There are a number of areas within the Surveying function, including Mechanical, Electrical, Specialist Services, Quantity Surveying, and Estimating. Surveyors will work within a particular function, and will be required to deputise for their line manager and other Surveyors across the Directorate as required.
Key Responsibilities:
Carry out stock condition surveys, and contribute to the development of the Asset Management Plan and Investment Strategy.Carry out Professional Estimating and Quantity Surveying functions for a range of contractual agreements from initial receipt of the contract documentation to the submission and agreement of the final accounts.Provide specialist expertise on domestic gas heating and / or electrical services and project management of rewiring programmes, other electrical schemes, gas servicing contracts, maintenance contracts, planned maintenance and commercial heating.Provide specialist advice in relation to damp, timber infestations and structural defects and manage specialist works that are carried out in relation to this.Deliver all operational aspects of your relevant service/business area.Work collaboratively with your Team Leader and other Surveyors to monitor, analyse and deliver improvements across all relevant performance indicator areas in order to increase customer satisfaction.Prepare professional and clearly written communications to colleagues, partners and customers.
Participate in team service reviews and service planning as required and ensure any arising individual actions are implemented.
Be a proactive and supportive team player and actively assist others to adapt and cope with change.
We offer:
24 hour one on one specialist consultant based within your geographical area4Recruitment Services Employee Benefits ProgrammeOur own dedicated payroll support ensuring you get the full benefits of your payment
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A client within the Private Sector based in Kent is currently recruiting for a Chartered Building Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, permanent position with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a construction environment.
The Role
Key purpose of the role is a mixture of traditional building surveying and project management across a variety of different sectors, including but not limited to education, social and privately owned housing, local authority, education, property development, ministry of defence and conservation.
Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Undertaking refurbishment projects ranging from £50,000 to £2,000,000
Manage traditional and D&B new build and refurbishment projects.
Client management
Contract administration
Preparing tender packages
The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require a professional membership with RICS or CIOBS.
The below experience would be beneficial for the role:
Managing their own projects from inception through to completion.
Promote the practice and continue to develop and maintain client relationships.
Being proficient in the use of AutoCad as well as at least have a basic understanding of professional services.
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £55,000 - £60,000 per annum.
How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.
Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.
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Disrepair & Damp Surveyor
3 months on-going contract, Inside IR35
Haringey, London
Main Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities
To provide an effective minor through to extensive works maintenance surveying service to all (void and occupied) properties, to assess condition and identify building defects, to diagnose and specify appropriate remedies.
To provide technical advice and support to all services.
To implement quality, financial, and budgetary control systems in accordance with service requirements and performance targets.
To assist with insurance claims requiring technical input, specifying, and implementing works as necessary.
To set up and administer planned/cyclical maintenance programmes within specified areas.
To carry out pre and post inspections as necessary to ensure specified works are undertaken to contract standards.
To support the objectives of the HRS Trade Supervisors in delivery of the service.
To prepare schedules of repairs, specifications and technical drawings and issue or supervise works to general repairs, voids, disabled adaptations or specialist works.
To support disrepair claims including issuing or supervising, specifying and implementing agreed schedules of works in order to minimise the loss to the organisation.
To carry out the project management of minor works schemes and Estate Improvement projects.
To liaise with client representatives, statutory authorities, Tenants, Housing Management etc on queries concerning works undertaken or planned, ensuring a positive image of Homes for Haringey is presented at all times.
To ensure that work is undertaken in a manner commensurate with all statutory requirements and with regard to current legislation e.g. H&S, CDM, Party Wall Act, Disrepair and Insurance etc.
To use any technology and communication systems necessary to achieve the objectives of the post and service.
To provide verbal and written replies to tenants, leaseholders, Members, MP’s in accordance with corporate guidelines in respect of standards and response times.
Take responsibility for the health and safety activities applicable to the post as set out in the Homes for Haringey policy statements.
Manage complaints effectively and seek to resolve issues quickly. Ensure that defects which could give rise to claims of disrepair are resolved and fully documented.
To ensure the Homes for Haringey’s policies, procedures and statutory requirements are adhered to within the course of the duties of the post.
Requirements
Part 1 RICS/CIOB or equivalent in relevant course of study or equivalent experience
HNC/HND or equivalent in building surveying or a closely related discipline
Full UK Driving License (Manual)
Graduate in Building Surveying or similar technical discipline in the built environment
IOSH Managing Safely
NEBOSH / ROSPA construction Health & Safety
Experience of managing repair and maintenance services in residential buildings, including the specification of works and diagnosis of building defects Financial and quality control
Experience and proven capability of making complex technical/professional decisions, in particular the specification of remedial works
Experience of project managing building works
Experience of managing and administering contracts for repair and maintenance
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Sales Executive
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary: £25k - £30k + Uncapped Commission
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
The Client:
A well-established company, our client specialises in the design, manufacture, and wholesale of Composite Decking.
The Role:
As a Sales Executive, you will engagein proactive sales and customer management activities to drive business growth.
Responsibilities:
* Review customers purchase histories to uncover sales opportunities and devise strategies.
* Identify and leverage opportunities for cross-selling or enhancing client spend.
* Calculate materials needed for projects from technical drawings, with provided training.
* Communicate effectively with project managers, quantity surveyors, and estimators.
* Participate in client activities, including visits, presentations, and trade shows.
* Efficiently handle daily office tasks and practice effective time management.
* Maintain a clean and professional workspace.
Requirements:
* Previously worked as a Sales Executive or in a similar role.
* Proven track record in sales, preferably in the building products, supply, or construction sectors.
* Ability in identifying, growing, and retaining new business.
* Capable to work independently as well as part of a team, showcasing strong business acumen and confidence.
* Exceptional communication skills, capable of engaging effectively at all levels.
* Prior experience as a Quantity Surveyor or Estimator would be beneficial.
Apply now for this exceptional opportunity to work with a dynamic team and further enhance your career.
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Keywords: Sales Executive, sales advisor, sales consultant, Business Development executive, Sales Assistant
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Senior Estates Valuation Surveyor – LeicesterSalary: £48,474.00 to £51,515.00Full-Time (37 hours)Contract: PERMANENTJoining our Asset Strategy, Valuation and Commercial Real Estate Teams. You’ll become part of a professional team, delivering valuation and estate asset management services for the Council. As part of the Estates and Building Services Division, we work closely to encourage business growth, job creation and develop our property investment fund. With your work involving a diverse range of land and property types including commercial, industrial, residential, retail, agricultural, tourism, business premises and operational property.The team are proactive and innovative, providing solutions in commercial property management, replacing existing assets, and investing in new assets that make a big and positive impact on our community.Due to expanding speciality we are looking to recruit senior valuation surveyors, in either our Acquisitions and Disposals team or to join the team in Corporate Estate. What we can offer youAs well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. Working at home and in city hall as you wish. You’ll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on gym membership , city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate.What you'll be doing Taking the lead on our property portfolio as a Senior Valuation surveyor. You will deal with a complex range of property related issues covering but not limited to: acquisition and disposal of property assets, improving marriage value, compulsory purchase orders, sales and lease back, community transfers, redevelopment, regeneration and new developments.Providing a high level professional advice to clients on valuation issues, you’ll work with internal and external teams to identify new opportunities for the council to invest and improve its property and land stock holdings. As well as, making recommendations for development and disposal to recover investment and make a commercial return on its investment.Preparing and monitoring expenditure and income budgets. You will be involved in inspecting land and buildings. Valuing the various interests as required and negotiating the letting, acquisition/disposal as required.You will also support the management of the Estates function, including attendance at decision-making boards, and deputises for the Service Manager as required. Supervising and managing staff who may be assisting on projects from other sections including allocating and checking work for quality and quantity.What you’ll needBeing experienced in handling a complex range of property related issues including negotiating lettings and acquisitions/disposals to ensuring optimum return. You’ll use your knowledge of ethical standards and relevant legislation around land transactions specifically, council assets. To recognise new opportunities to enhance the council’s asset base, being able to prepare briefing notes to senior management on complex issues, with context, impacts and recommendations. Often explaining complex issues to non-specialists in a positive manner.You will be also be a professional member of RICS (MRICS or FRICS).Recruitment is done in line with safe recruitment practices 4Recruitment Services is an equal opportunities employer.To discuss this vacancy or other vacancies in your area please contact Liam Heddle on liamh@4recruitmentservices.com....Read more...
A client within the Public Sector based in the Northeast is currently recruiting for a Repairs Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority.
The Role
Key purpose of the role is to assess and evaluate the condition of properties, conducting surveys, and identifying necessary repairs and maintenance work.
Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Collaborating with the Repairs and Maintenance team to develop cost estimates and project plans for identified works
Providing accurate and detailed reports on survey findings, including documentation of defects, recommended remedial actions, and estimated costs
Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, health and safety guidelines, and industry best practices
Liaising with internal stakeholders, contractors, and clients to coordinate survey activities and ensure timely completion of projects
The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require a valid driving license and access to a vehicle for travel between properties and sites. You will also need to be asbestos awareness trained, with a thorough understanding of asbestos-related risks and precautions
The below skills would be beneficial for the role:
Relevant trade background (e.g., construction, building maintenance) with a solid understanding of building structures, materials, and defects
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to accurately assess and evaluate property conditions
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively communicate findings and recommendations to various stakeholders
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £23 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.
How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.
Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.
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Senior Surveyor
3 months on-going contract, Inside IR35
Haringey, London
Responsibilities
Manage and lead a team to negotiate with tenants and their representatives’ access arrangements, to carry out appropriate inspections and produce detailed specifications of work itemised from the schedule of rates or using composite values. Prepare estimates, feasibility studies, plans, sketches, drawings and photo’s as may be necessary
To undertake the lead role for Property Services in the defence and management of legal claims to minimise costs and reputational impact. Carry out root cause analysis of claims to identify any problems to be addressed and any opportunities for reducing the incidence of legal disrepair.
Liaise with legal colleagues on individual cases as necessary and on more general issues such as legal procedures and interpretation of legislation. Available to attend Court to give evidence and represent the council.
Maintain a comprehensive database of all property related legal claims. Ensure that all deadlines are recorded on the database and monitor progress to ensure actions are completed within the deadlines.
Work collaboratively with delivery teams, service providers and stakeholders to ensure delivery is compliant with contracts, specifications and schedule of rates, fully documenting decision making and variations.
Establish and maintain good lines of communication with other key stakeholders, both Haringey Council and external bodies
Provide workload delivery, financial and contractor performance data for Heads of Service, Directors and Executive Team as and when required.
Authorise damages and costs up to agreed levels and documenting the same, whilst having regard for budget monitoring and forecasting.
Ensure team carries out appropriate inspections and provide advice to tenants on a range of housing issues. Maintaining robust records of visits and inspection findings on Haringey operating systems. Providing process for making recommendations to senior managers on any areas needing further actions / funding.
To manage the delivery of party wall surveys, preparation of notices and awards
Lead on the resolution of boundary disputes, RTB queries, reports of dangerous structures, requests for decants, leasehold service enquires, and any other similar specialist concerns. In addition, have strong knowledge of building pathology.
Key Responsibilities
HNC / degree or above qualification in building, construction surveying or related subject and and/or membership of a recognised professional body or equivalent qualification or experience
Knowledge of the legal framework relating to disrepair, including the application of the Housing Health and Safety Rating System.
Ability to survey buildings, diagnose defects and correctly specify required works, or where necessary manage expert external consultants
Experience of preparing and issuing performance reports
Ability to successfully manage and motivate surveying and technical staff
Knowledge of contracts, procurement methods and constructions technology.
Excellent knowledge of relevant legislation, building regulation, standards and ability to manage Health and Safety on site effectively
In depth knowledge of the activities of Social Housing
Experience of preparing cases attending court on legal disrepair related matters
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A client within the Public Sector based in West Yorkshire is currently recruiting for a Voids Surveyor to join their team as soon as possible. The client is offering a full time, temporary position on an ongoing basis with the ideal candidate having experience of working within a local authority within a disrepair environment.
The Role
Key purpose of the role is to schedule up works require to be carried out to bring void properties up to the lettable standard.
Key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
Provide technical expertise on all aspects of building maintenance and surveying, acting as Supervising Officer
Prepare detailed specifications for allocated projects, undertaking the preparatory, planning and monitoring work necessary to meet the individual requirements of each project or scheme.
Carry out stock condition surveys and contribute to the development of the Asset Management Plan and Investment Strategy.
The Candidate
To be considered for this role you will require ONC / HNC or Equivalent or relevant City and Guilds in the Construction and the Built Environment or working towards such qualification.
The below skills would be beneficial for the role:
Experience in obtaining quotes for specialist works in accordance with procurement rules.
A good level of computer literacy to interrogate various software packages.
Knowledge of Health and Safety, Equality and Diversity, Safeguarding legislation in relation to the role.
The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £22 per hour Umbrella LTD Inside IR35.
How to Apply
If this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up-to-date CV to amy.dhawan@servicecare.org.uk or call Amy at Service Care Construction on 01772 208967 to discuss the vacancy in more detail.
Also, if this role is not of interest to you, but you are looking for new opportunities, please still get in touch as we cover all construction-related vacancies across the region.
Referral Bonus
If this role is not suitable for yourself, but you know someone who may be interested, please pass on their details, or forward these details to them. If they are successful in applying, you will receive a £250 referral bonus upon completion of an initial probationary period.
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Reactive Repairs Works Surveyor
3 months on-going contract, Inside IR35
Exeter
Job Purpose
To carry out surveys and identify required responsive repairs and voids works to the Council’s housing stock, communal and environmental areas and assist with the ongoing management of the HRA investment programme.
To prepare work schedules, raise orders and instruct contractors and oversee and monitor contractor performance and Contracts – including Contract Terms intervention as required.
Undertake a full range of pre and post surveying services including project management, quality and cost control, for projects that form part of the capital and revenue investment programme.
Ensure all works are carried out in accordance with relevant statutory legislation (including Planning and Building Control) and regulations and in line with the Council’s procurement policies and procedures.
Work with Reactive Maintenance Lead to procure projects in compliance with procurement legislation, Section 20 processes and to meet leaseholder expectations.
Responsibilities
Carry out surveys and inspections of Council housing stock and communal areas for repairs and improvements, stock condition, dilapidations, and condition surveys (including voids) – identifying Decent Homes failures as applicable.
To assist the Reactive Maintenance Lead in the preparation and development of Contract documents and tender submission evaluation processes.
Assist in the appointment of contractors as necessary to meet the aims of the service following the Council’s procurement policy and procedure.
Manage contracts to ensure they meet agreed standards, timescales and budget and assist, instruct and advise contractors on site on matters related to quality control, and the interpretation of contract documents.
Contribute to pre-contract site and other meetings and make regular visits to site during project delivery and on completion to ensure that works are to a high standard and represent good value.
To assess and issue variation orders and agree interim and final payments and recommend for authorisation
Monitor contractor performance and customer satisfaction – implement recovery strategies as required.
Undertake risk assessments in accordance with the Housing Health & Safety Rating System, and continually monitor Contractors Method Statements and oversee revisions as required.
To adhere to the current Health and Safety regulations and the Council’s policies and procedures and ensure contractors and suppliers comply with all relevant Health, Safety and Environmental legislation and contractual obligations.
Identify possible materials containing asbestos, arrange testing and removal of asbestos from vacant and occupied properties in accordance with the relevant legislation
Prepare reports on the progress of projects, site activities and all other related matters and escalate issues to enable effective decision making
Contribute to management reports on a regular basis to understand the impact and cost of disruption in the service and come up with ways to improve delivery and achieve value for money.
Provide information as required by the Reactive Maintenance Lead regarding individual project performance or for the purpose of answering specific questions.
Knowledge
HHSRS
If interested in the role, please contact me at moeez.muhammed@servicecare.org.uk....Read more...
