Building Surveyor
- Posted 01 August 2023
- Salary Negotiable dependent upon experience
- LocationMiddlesex
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Property Management & Construction Recruitment
- ReferencePROF_43605
- Contact NameChris Iloegbunam
Job description
We are currently working in partnership with a prestigious housing association based in Middlesex, who is currently recruiting for a Building Surveyor on a 3-6 months temporary contract. The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis, with the rate being negotiable upon experience.
The ideal candidate will have proven track record in building & property surveying as well as being in possession of a building construction qualification. A full UK drivers license and access to own vehicle is required.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
Carrying out pre inspections of properties (including voids and mutual exchanges), diagnosing repairs, scheduling up works through an agreed schedule of rates
Preparing a specification of works and obtaining quotations
Carry out post inspection of works to ensure they meet the required quality standards
Liaising with Contractors and Customers to arrange remedial works
Feeding into service reviews, specifications changes, safety issues, new development and planned maintenance standards and programme requirements to ensure the housing stock meets required standards and safety requirements
Managing the execution and compliance of statutory and other controls, such as Planning and Building Regulations
Carrying out stock condition surveys and accurately record condition and age of components
Experience required:
Well versed in managing and coordinating contractors and managing works to high standards and on time
Experience of working in social housing
Skills, knowledge and expertise required:
Communicating with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
Producing accurate figure-work and data processing and reporting skills
Assuming responsibility for budget monitoring and have and awareness of value for money
Proficiently using IT systems and handheld technology to write reports and draw specifications
Assessing appropriate courses of action in ensuring customer and property safety
Communicating effectively, verbally and in writing, with technical and non-technical people
Demonstrating an understanding of good practice with regards to the procurement of building/maintenance works
Advising and providing up to date knowledge of current building regulations and building standards.
Being fully conversant with Health & Safety (including CDM), Building Safety Compliance legislation and Building Regulations and good practice
Rewards and Benefits:
Attractive work setting
37 Days paid holiday
Flexible working
Car parking provided
Simply health private wellbeing plan
Free flu jobs
Bike loans
Interest free loans
Working hours:
36 hours per week
Monday - Friday 9am-5pm
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
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