Liquid RS
Published
5th February 2025
Location
London, United Kingdom
Job Type
Salary Estimate
60,000 - 80,000

Description

We are currently seeking a highly experienced Technical Surveyor to work for a respected and newly merged Housing Association based in North West London. This is a temporary opportunity (3 months minimum) and is paying £300 - £350 per day Umbrella. 

The ideal candidate will help to support the Technical Manager in managing and delivering repairs, maintenance, and stock investment contracts for all housing, associated land/buildings, and corporate buildings.

Role Purpose: 

  • To assist the Technical Manager in the management and delivery of the repairs, maintenance and stock investment contracts throughout for all housing, associated land/buildings and in respect of
  • corporate buildings.
  • To work with contractor and consultant partners, colleagues and residents across the full range of resident services, to ensure that customer involvement and resident satisfaction is at the core of the decision making process and delivery of these services.
  • Apply technical knowledge in the procurement and contract management of relevant services – ensuring they represent best value for money.
  • To contribute to the training of any allocated trainee maintenance surveyors (whether permanent or temporary.)
  • Monitor and supervise the work completed by consultants/contractors.
  • Contribute to strategies, policies and procedures for reactive/responsive repairs, stock investment/improvement, voids works, asbestos, disrepair claims, and other related areas to ensure the best use is made of the Group’s property/asset investments, and align with strategic plan objectives.
  • Contribute to setting and managing budgets and relevant contracts to deliver value for money and a reduction in complaints, claims and defective work.
  • Ensure all key stakeholders are regularly kept informed of performance and relevant developments. Focus on achieving best practice performance in responsive/reactive repairs with an ultimate target of ‘right first time – every time’ through continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • HNC in building related subject. (E)
  • Technical member of the RICS (Tech RICS) or relevant construction qualification. (D)
  • Knowledge and Skills Required (E)
  • Knowledge and understanding of the diverse lifestyles and needs of residents. (E)
  • Knowledge of housing, housing law and the regulatory framework. (D)
  • Knowledge of repairs and maintenance in the context of social housing. (E)
  • Knowledge of the building industry. (E)
  • Working to tight deadlines. (E)
  • Significant experience in technical surveying, with a strong background in managing maintenance and repairs contracts, ideally within the social housing sector.
  • Experience of working with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders to manage and deliver building and maintenance projects.
  • Strong knowledge in procurement, contract management, and delivering value for money.
  • Experience in managing and mentoring trainees or junior surveyors.
  • Familiarity with relevant regulations and compliance standards, including health and safety and building regulations.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively liaise with a variety of stakeholders including residents, contractors, and internal teams.
  • Proven experience in managing budgets, contracts, and reporting on performance.
  • A strong commitment to customer satisfaction and continuous improvement in service delivery.

If you are interested in this role and would like more information please apply or get in touch today! 

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