Disrepair Surveyor

2 weeks ago


Newham Cornwall, United Kingdom AKTON Recruitment Group Full time €350 - €400

Job Advertisement: Surveyor - Disrepair

Job Title: Surveyor - Disrepair

Service Area: Housing Property Services

Directorate: Inclusive Economy & Housing

Rate: £350-£400 per day

Location: Office/Onsite

Overall Purpose of Job:

Manage projects from works identification to completion, ensuring effective outcomes that meet social housing objectives. The role requires a degree-level qualification in building or a relevant construction-based professional qualification and/or extensive experience in Disrepair works within social housing.

Job Context:

  • Reports to the Disrepair & Special Projects Manager
  • Budget monitoring responsibility for projects up to £1 million annually
  • May require evening, weekend, and occasional public holiday work to meet service requirements and engage with residents and stakeholders

Key Tasks and Accountabilities:

  1. Deputize for the Disrepair & Special Projects Manager when required.
  2. Monitor and review the quality and efficiency of services across Housing Property Services, implementing improvements in line with strategic objectives.
  3. Provide technical support for disrepair, insurance claims, and customer care.
  4. Develop collaborative working with contractors and partners, ensuring all projects meet objectives and contractual terms.
  5. Ensure Health & Safety inspections are conducted and necessary works are carried out.
  6. Manage disrepair and legal casework, liaising with legal representatives and other departments.
  7. Chair project team meetings, monitor project progress, and respond to resident and stakeholder inquiries.
  8. Ensure all works comply with contract specifications, procedures, and Health & Safety regulations.
  9. Prepare and manage contract documentation for tenders and appoint contractors.
  10. Procure and manage consultancy services for specific projects.
  11. Oversee project progress, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
  12. Analyze performance and financial data on projects and manage contractor and consultant performance.
  13. Ensure compliance with planning, building control, and legal obligations.
  14. Ensure compliance with leasehold and commonhold regulations for cost recovery from leaseholders.
  15. Represent the organization in meetings and report on capital program issues.
  16. Ensure compliance with CDM regulations and contractor competency in Health & Safety.
  17. Liaise with tenants, organizations, and stakeholders throughout project stages.
  18. Ensure properties are inspected, specified, tendered, and managed according to policies and best practices.
  19. Investigate complaints and contractual disputes, providing reports and responses to inquiries.
  20. Meet and report performance indicators as required.
  21. Prepare reports and attend meetings, including outside normal working hours.
  22. Perform other duties as required to maintain service delivery.

Person Specification:

Knowledge:

  • High level of numeracy and verbal skills
  • Knowledge of Building Regulations, Health & Safety, disrepair legislation, HHSRS legislation, and CDM regulations

Qualifications:

  • Degree, HND, or HNC in building technology, construction, repairs, estimating, or contractual matters

Experience:

  • Building inspection, report preparation, and supervision of building works
  • Handling disrepair matters and running contracts/projects
  • Managing staff

Skills and Abilities:

  • Good IT skills
  • Ability to prepare contract documentation and reports
  • Ability to access difficult places, climb ladders, and scaffolding
  • Ability to meet targets and manage budgets effectively
  • Excellent communication skills with a variety of service users

Personal Style and Behaviour:

  • Team player with strong communication skills
  • Ability to present and communicate technical issues
  • Commitment to promoting Equal Opportunities

Special Requirements:

  • Willingness to work out of hours
  • Full driving license
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and at height


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