Building Surveyor

Social Work Partners were established to make a positive difference across the Social Care and Work recruitment market, guided by our principals - Care, Communication and Community. Our team have been specially chosen due to their experience and will workwith you to support and develop your career. We understand how busy you are, so we have made sure that all of processes are smooth, and automated to make your registration with us as quick as possible.

We are currently working with a fantastic authority that is looking for a Building Surveyor - Legal Disrepair

1. To take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and

young persons / vulnerable adults with whom you come into contact with.

2. Carry out site inspections and investigations, as necessary to produce detailed

specifications of works using the national schedule of rates and composite values.

Prepare estimates, feasibility studies, plans, sketches and drawings as may be

3. As and when required provide technical support/advice to colleagues and give

evidence in court as an expert witness.

4. Assist the Senior Legal Repair Surveyor in the development of policies and procedures

for the team.

5. Work independently and manage a variable caseload.

6. Be proficient in the correct diagnosis of building failures and to this end be competent

in the use of devices, aids and instruments for the purpose of making assessments and

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7. Undertake quality assurance checks as and when required on repairs ordered and paid

for by the Legal Repairs team.

8. Take responsibility for party wall awards as required, including undertaking the

necessary surveys and completing the necessary documentation.

9. Possess a working knowledge of the relevant building contracts and related

documentation. Take responsibility for ensuring that the existing contracts are

administered in a professional manner and that the contractor complies with

appropriate regulations and contract conditions.

10.Have a good working knowledge of relevant legislation, codes of practice, legal

documentation and court procedures.

11.As and when required, act in the capacity of an expert witness in the preparation of

reports and scott schedules, the giving of evidence in court, and the providing of

advice. Attend all necessary meetings in association with this role.

12.Provide prompt, courteous and helpful response when dealing with queries from, or

initiating contact with service users, their representatives, outside agencies and

residents of the Borough.

13.Establish and maintain good lines of communication with colleagues in within Islington

14. Obtain tenders/quotations from approved contractors for works not covered by the

main contracts, and ensure that proper approvals for expenditure are obtained before

ordering any works, all to be in accordance with Islington Council’s set procedures.

15.Monitor and oversee works on site including start dates, works in progress, standards

of workmanship, materials etc. Monitor and report any variances to agreed standards

and recommend a corrective action.

and phone calls so as to comply with standards set by Islington Council. Agree and

issue variation orders as necessary, certify interim and final accounts.

17.Use communication equipment and computer equipment for the purpose of

input/extraction/update of budgets/records/statistics/calculation design or other

technical information.

18. To undertake other duties commensurate to the grade of the post

Working with Social Work Partners ensures you have access to multiple benefits:
Your own experienced Consultant to support with all areas of your journey with us, from CV reviewing through to interview tips and onboarding in your new role

Access to the widest variety of social work jobs be it agency, permanent and consultative projects, a number of these exclusively to Social Work Partners

Reliable weekly payroll

Support with exclusive CPD, and training opportunities to further your development

Yearly events for our community

Dedicated teams to support with timesheets, and compliance

Substantive referral fees paid*

*as per our terms and conditions