Job Details
Property Surveyor
Job Description
Full time/ Permanent Hours: 37 hours per week Reporting to: Senior Property Services Coordinator.
About Us: Tuath Housing has provided safe, secure and affordable housing since 2006. A lot has changed over the years, but our values remain the same. In partnership with Key Stakeholders, our main focus is on delivering more quality homes to more people and providing an outstanding Customer experience to our 27,000 residents. Working with Tuath Housing is different because we make a difference. We maintain and develop our team of dedicated, motivated, and authentic people through focused training and career development.
Our People and Culture: Our employees benefit from a positive working culture, learning and development opportunities, and an extensive benefits package which includes:
• 24 days annual leave
• Attractive salaries commensurate with experience
• Pension scheme, bike-to-work scheme and a wellness allowance
• Career development opportunities and a study aids scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible working and an excellent work-life balance package Tuath Housing are accredited with the Bronze Award from Investors for Diversity and are committed to promoting a diverse and respectful workplace reflective of all cultures, nationalities, backgrounds, genders, members of the LGBTQ+ community and people from traditionally marginalised backgrounds.
We are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where all colleagues can be their most authentic self. Tuath is committed to embedding environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations into every aspect of the business, and to implementing a business plan that emphasises social responsibility throughout our operations. We strongly believe in the importance and value of working in partnership with our many stakeholders to deliver more homes to more people, creating communities across the country.
By tracking Tuath’s ESG achievements, we can lead the way in making the affordable housing sector in Ireland more sustainable; and by having a positive environmental and social impact Tuath will also deliver better results to our residents, our employees, and the wider community. If you are driven to make a difference and believe that everybody needs a home, Tuath is waiting to hear from you.
Job Summary:
The Property Surveyor is responsible for dealing with building surveying duties such as property inspections, defect analysis, stock condition surveys, procurement, contract management, fire safety assessments and energy management programmes. Agile working with access to the Dublin office. Valid driving licence and use of a car for business purposes is required.
Qualifications:
• Suitable candidates will have a 3rd level qualification (Level 7 NFQ or above) in Building Surveying, Construction Management or a similar Construction related qualification.
• Full clean Driving License.
The suitable candidate will be responsible for:
1. Repairs & Maintenance
• Undertaking pre & post inspections of repair work and producing detailed and accurate reports.
• Providing technical advice and specifications along with the procurement and management of contractors.
• Instruction and supervision of contractors on site when required.
• Undertaking management of service contracts repairs and upgrades.
• Inspecting and reporting on projects and producing detailed and accurate reports.
• Assessing and dealing with the payment of contractor invoices.
• Providing technical assistance to Housing Management and Development staff as required.
2. Planned & Cyclical Maintenance
• Procuring Service and Maintenance Contracts.
• Undertaking pre and post inspections of properties and works.
• Management of contracts including attending meetings, monitoring progress and performance, drafting reports.
• Managing, liaising and reporting on Fire Risk Assessment periodic reviews.
• Managing planned and cyclical maintenance programmes using a Building Asset Database.
3. Adaptations
• Carrying out feasibility studies on adaptation solutions.
• Undertaking pre and post inspections of adaptation work recommended by Occupational Therapists and other relevant parties.
• Liaising with Local Authority and Occupational Therapists (or other relevant advisors), contractors and tenants before, during and after completion of the work.
• Drawing up work schedules and specifications to meet the requirements of the required adaptation work.
• Procuring competitive priced tenders based on the specifications.
4. Contract Procurement & Management
• Preparing Schedule of Works and contract documentation.
• Preparing tender packages, advising on the appointment of contractors and procurement routes.
• Assisting with preparation, implementation and management of planned and cyclical maintenance programmes.
• The supervision of planned maintenance contracts and cost control.
• Assist in the procurement of Contractors and Professionals alike.
• Assisting with preparing cost estimates for projects, based on initial feasibility studies.
• Liaise with Tenants and Contractors on the cyclical planned programme and quality control.
• Management of service contract providers and inspection of work.
5. Surveying
• To undertake a range of surveying duties including pre-acquisition surveys, stock condition surveys, fire safety assessments, snag lists and measured surveys. Providing comprehensive written reports for same.
• Inspect and prepare reports on defects and other property condition issues.
• Assisting in the designing/re-designing of buildings to meet the needs of people with disabilities.
• Undertaking Sustainable Energy Management programmes including Energy Audits, Funding Support Applications and Energy Improvement Programmes.
6. General
• Request /attend training appropriate to your role.
• Undertaking assessments of utility fuel provision and negotiating new supply provisions.
• Conducting all activities in a manner which is safe to yourself and others. To be aware and act in accordance with the Association’s Health and Safety Policy.
• Contributing to the effective delivery of a Quality Service through the formulation, review and proper implementation of policies and procedures.
• Complying with the requirements of Data Protection, Equal Opportunities and Equality legislation.
• Assist with the procurement of consultants.
• Participating on forums/working groups/committees as required.
• Liaising with Managing Agents / Companies in relation to the areas of their responsibility such as Fire Safety, Emergency lighting, lifts, common services and general repairs, service maintenance and cleaning of the areas under their control.
• Liaison with Housing Management on all aspects affecting tenants.
• Dealing with insurance claims, liaising with insurers, loss assessors and loss adjustors on behalf of the Association.
• Assisting the Property Services Manager, Directors and the Chief Executive of the Association with the compilation of stats, reports and data as required.
• To fulfil all care and high standards regarding both Tuath’s and your own health and safety obligations.
• To positively promote the Association in all activities.
• To exercise discretion in all aspects of the role. • Offer technical advice to other staff.
Requirements:
• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role (Previous technical / construction experience in housing is desirable)
• Experience in managing repair and refurbishment projects.
• Experience of defect diagnosis and identification of remedial works.
• Experience of preparing / managing cyclical / planned works maintenance programme.
• Experience in procurement / contract supervision. • A knowledge and understanding of building pathology.
• Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and compliance within a construction setting.
• Knowledge of techniques of residential construction and their services systems.
• Knowledge of Technical Guidance Documents / Building Control Requirements.
• Financial control and budget management skills.
• Ability to work accurately / attention to detail.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.
• Commitment to working in a customer-focused and solution-oriented manner.
• To participate on forums/working groups/committees as required.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as may be required from time to time.
• Promote a culture which is supportive of excellent service delivery and meets Tuath Housing’s vision, mission, and values.
Working for Tuath Housing:
• Attractive salary commensurate with experience
• 24 days annual leave
• Service leave • Organisational performance bonus
• Generous pension scheme
• Sick leave
• Wellness allowance
• Hybrid working
• Bike-to-work scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Career break
• Career development program
• Employee assistance program
• Linkedin Learning licence
• Car-parking on site
• Sports & Social Club
• Work-life balance package
Job Requirements
The Property Surveyor is responsible for dealing with building surveying duties such as property inspections, defect analysis, stock condition surveys, procurement, contract management, fire safety assessments and energy management programmes. Agile working with access to the Dublin office. Valid driving licence and use of a car for business purposes is required
Contact Details For Applicants
Please send your CV to HR@tuathhousing.ie