Adecco are recruiting for a Disrepair Surveyor for a London Borough Council
Summary:
Are you an experienced Disrepair Surveyor searching for your next challenge? As a Disrepair Surveyor, you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, monitoring, and controlling projects, as well as engaging with residents and contractors.
If you have a degree-level qualification in building or relevant construction-based professional qualification, or extensive experience in Disrepair works in a social housing environment, we want to hear from you. Apply today and join our client's dynamic team.
Full Details:
- Industry: Housing
- Skills: planning, co-ordination, monitoring and control, resident and contractor engagement.
- Contract Type: Temporary
- Daily rate From: £310.39 To: £400
- Driving License Required: Yes
- Working Pattern: Full Time
Job Context:
- The post holder reports to the Disrepair & Special Projects Manager.
- The post holder has budget monitoring responsibility for a programme of responsive & capital improvement projects to around £1 million p.a.
- The post holder may be required to work evenings, weekends, and occasional public holidays to meet service requirements, including consultation and representational tasks with residents and other stakeholders.
About our client:
Our client is a leading housing organisation based in East London. They are dedicated to providing high-quality housing solutions to their residents and creating thriving communities.
Office Culture:
Join our client's team and embrace a positive and collaborative office culture. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse and dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference in the housing sector. Their office is conveniently located just 3 minutes walk from Royal Albert train station.
Responsibilities:
- Project manage from works identification through to completion, including planning, co-ordination, monitoring and control, and resident and contractor engagement.
- Ensure effective outcomes that meet the organisation's objectives as a social housing landlord.
- Be responsible for budget monitoring of a programme of responsive & capital improvement projects.
- Work collaboratively with contractors and strategic alliance partners, ensuring supply chain management, specification development, and consultation with residents are integrated.
- Conduct Health & Safety inspections, evaluate findings, and oversee necessary works.
- Manage disrepair and other legal casework, liaising with legal representatives and maintaining dialogue with other departments.
- Chair project team meetings, monitor project progress, and respond to questions from residents, members, and LVT.
- Supervise works to ensure compliance with contract specifications, procedures, and health & safety regulations.
- Prepare contract documentation, examine tenders, and recommend contractors for appointment.
- Procure or prepare project programmes, reports, feasibility studies, and tenders for capital and revenue programme schemes.
- Monitor project performance, financial data, contractors, and consultants' performance against agreed targets.
- Ensure compliance with planning, building control, and leasehold legislation.
- Consult and liaise with various stakeholders throughout all stages of capital and revenue schemes.
- Attend meetings, prepare reports, and provide updates as required.
Requirements:
- Knowledge of Building Regulations, Health & Safety legislation, disrepair legislation, HHSRS legislation, and Construction (Design and Management) Regulations 2015.
- Formal training or qualifications in building technology/construction, repairs, estimating, or contractual matters (degree, HND, or HNC).
- Considerable experience in building inspection work, supervising building works, dealing with disrepair matters, successfully running contracts/projects, and managing staff.
- Good IT skills and the ability to write clear, concise, and accurate reports.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively with a varied customer base, and present complex technical issues.
- Commitment to equal opportunities and promoting diversity in the workplace.
- Willingness to work flexible hours, hold a full driving licence, and work in confined spaces and at height.
How to Apply:
If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Disrepair Surveyor, apply today by submitting your CV. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity!
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