Company: HATCHED RECRUITMENT UK
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £30.00 - £31.00 per hour, Negotiable, OTE
Job Title: Building SurveyorLocation: LondonDepartment: Resident Services
Are you an experienced Building Surveyor looking for a new challenge? We are seeking a skilled professional to join our Resident Services team, specialising in the management and delivery of a variety of building repair works and adaptations. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality services, ensuring compliance with statutory and local legislation while contributing to our wider performance goals.
Key Responsibilities: - Manage building works from inception to completion, overseeing contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards.
- Advise on legislative changes and sustainable technologies to enhance service delivery.
- Develop and monitor procedures to ensure a high-quality, customer-focused service.
- Foster strong relationships with residents, contractors, internal teams, and external agencies to deliver the best value.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of contracts and contractors, recommending improvements for greater efficiency.
- Assist in the tendering process for building works, ensuring financial and audit compliance.
Requirements: - Essential: A recognised building qualification or significant industry experience.
- Desirable: Knowledge of the Housing Disrepair protocol.
- Proven experience in repairs, maintenance, and construction service delivery.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to handle a wide range of people in high-pressure situations.
- A full UK driving licence is required, as well as the ability to work outside normal hours when necessary.
Skills & Experience: - Experience with contract management in a maintenance and adaptations environment.
- Ability to effectively plan and manage a varied workload.
- Confident in writing concise reports, explaining complex information, and mentoring junior staff.
- Proficiency in using IT for reports, performance monitoring, and detailed drawings.
Special Conditions: - Physical mobility to access building sites, including the use of ladders and scaffolds.
- Comfortable working in restricted spaces and wearing personal protective equipment as required.