Job Title:
Technical Inspector
Department:
Economy – Direct Delivery
Reports To:
Senior Project Manager - Direct Delivery
This role will be on site - 5 days per week due to nature of the role
Hourly Rate:
£23.80 PAYE or £29.80 Umbrella PAYE
Job Description
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for quality and compliance in construction? Join us as a Technical Inspector and play a crucial role in ensuring the successful delivery of maintenance and capital projects for LBHF housing stock, both residential and non-residential. Collaborate with a dedicated team of project managers, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.
Key Responsibilities
- Resident Consultation: Engage with residents to understand their needs and ensure that maintenance projects are carried out with minimal disruption.
- Project Assistance: Support the delivery of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) and capital works programs, adhering to tight deadlines and high standards.
- Site Inspections: Conduct regular site visits to verify compliance with specifications, drawings, and health and safety regulations.
- Quality Control: Ensure that all work and materials meet the required standards and that high-quality results are achieved.
- Reporting: Prepare detailed reports on project progress, site activities, and any issues encountered.
- Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant legislation, including health and safety laws and Council policies.
- Budget Management: Assist in managing project budgets, processing cost variations, and ensuring financial compliance.
- Customer Service: Address and resolve complaints from residents and provide excellent customer service.
- Training and Development: Stay updated on industry developments and participate in continuous professional development.
About You
Knowledge & Skills:
- Extensive understanding of the construction industry, including materials, trades, methods, and legal requirements.
- Excellent observational skills and attention to detail.
- Technical competence and the ability to ensure that work and materials meet required standards.
- Knowledge of health and safety legislation, including CDM regulations.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
- Strong written communication skills for report writing.
- Organizational and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in IT systems, including MS Excel and MS Word.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and stakeholders.
- Experience in handling customer complaints and resolving technical issues.
- Comfort with working at heights and wearing PPE on construction sites.
- Professionalism and the ability to act diplomatically and independently.
Qualifications:
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Essential:
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A craft or technical qualification such as City & Guilds, NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3, or BTEC/SQA National Award.
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Desirable:
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A foundation or honors degree.
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Membership in the Institute of Clerk of Works.
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Qualifications in mechanical, electrical, or building services.
Other Requirements:
- Full clean driving license if preffered
Why Join Us?
- Impactful Work: Play a key role in improving housing quality for residents.
- Professional Growth: Engage in continuous professional development and stay updated with industry advancements.
- Collaborative Environment: Work with a dedicated team of professionals and stakeholders.
- Customer Focus: Contribute to delivering a customer-focused service that meets residents' needs.
If you have the technical expertise, attention to detail, and passion for quality in construction, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join our team as a Technical Inspector and make a difference in the LBHF housing projects.