Building Surveyor

MMP Consultancy are seeking an experienced Building Surveyor to work an interim contract with a Local Authority covering Corby and surrounding areas.

This will be covering commercial cases, £30 per hour LTD (Inside IR35).

Key Duties
- Overseeing repair and maintenance of Council owned commercial properties
- Reporting and supplying recommendations for improvements/ maintenance requirements to Council properties taking into account Listed Buildings and Conservation areas.
- Undertaking planned and ad hoc repairs and maintenance of Council properties, including drawing up specifications, repairs order and contract documents for works.
- Manage internal and external contractor performance to deliver those works on time, on budget and to the required standard. Effective contract administration to include: instruction, valuation, certificates, accounts and documentation.
- To have a good basic knowledge of building construction, ability to prepare reports and positively contribute to the preliminaries, preambles and Bills of Quantities for external contract documentation.
- Have a working knowledge of JCT standard forms of contract law and be able to act as Contract Administrator.
- Preparation of accurate and achievable programmes of work stages and monitoring of progress against these.
- To take a role in implementing the team's work areas as directed by the Building Inspector ensuring that continuously improving and effective customer service is delivered
- Remain up to date of changes to CDM & Building regulations, IOSH and HSE Guidance.
- Carrying out and vetting risk Assessments, identifying operational risk and taking action to mitigate those risks.
- Maintain standards of safety for the public, tenants and employees as required in current legislation and have a working knowledge of the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
- To reply to specific enquiries from customers, councillors, and line managers on matters relating to contractual programmes
- Ensure compliance and probity with all Council policies and procedures, including Health and Safety of employees, contractors and visitors.
- Ensure a pro-active approach is taken to Equality & Diversity issues
- Carry out all reasonable duties allied to the above within the context of the section and department's duties.
- Provide support and advice on CDM projects for various service areas

Experience in the following preferred:

- Dealing with Commercial Properties - Listed Buildings and Conservation areas.
- Full valid UK, or equivalent, driving license
- A good knowledge of health and safety legislation and building regulations, including writing and vetting risk assessments and method statements.

Role Details

Rate: £30 per hour (Inside IR35) (37 hours per week)

Location: Corby and Surrounding areas

Expenses: Business related expenses

Contract: Rolling Interim (3 Month - One Week Notice)