Role Overview
To work with the Building Surveying Manager to ensure all necessary property services are delivered to a high quality across all our homes and estates. The role is varied and may include property surveys, contractor procurement & management, stock condition surveys, clerk of work services, defect diagnosis, snagging and tendering. Much of the work will be in people’s homes and will require empathy, respect and diplomacy at all times.
Key responsibilities
Stock Condition Survey:
- To survey a range of properties according to a predetermined programme
- Verify current stock condition of the properties and identify all necessary attribute information
- Update the management information system accordingly
- Validate all asset related data currently held
Surveying:
- To undertake a range of surveying duties to the association’s property stock portfolio
- Carry out a range of surveys to include structural surveys, condition surveys, snag lists, etc., providing comprehensive reports for same
- Offer advice and support to customers and other non-technical staff
- Inspect and prepare reports / specifications on defects and other property condition issues including tendering and contract supervision
- Prepare cyclical and planned programme and service contracts tenders
Tenders/ contract Management:
- Assist in the procurement of contractors and consultants alike
- Assist in the procurement and management of the planned programme and ad hoc minor refurbishment / repair works
- Liaise with tenants and contractors on the cyclical planned programme and quality control
- Management of service contract providers and inspection of work
Other:
- Provide support to the Building Surveying Manager as required
- Support and offer advice to local Housing Officers and scheme based staff
- Quality checks on private contractor works
- Clerk of works role on new build schemes
- Assist the Clúid Works Team on the delivery of the Responsive Repairs
Training:
- Attend training appropriate to your role and ensure continuing professional development
Corporate Responsibilities:
- Ensure personal behaviour is aligned to Clúid’s values and contributes to the mission of supporting the development of thriving communities
- Adhere to all Clúid policies and procedures at all times
- To exercise discretion at all times
- To fulfil all care and high standards regarding both Clúid’s and your own health and safety obligations
General:
- To maintain confidentiality at all times
- Willing to travel with occasional overnight stay as necessary
- To positively promote the Association in all activities
- Any other duties which are consistent with your role
Job Requirements
Education/ Qualifications:
- Minimum of Degree required in Building Surveying or related area
- Managing Safely in Construction Certification
- Willingness to undertake professional development
Knowledge / Skills:
- Specialist role related knowledge, especially building surveying, contract management and building pathology
- Knowledge of Health and Safety legislation and compliance within a construction setting
- Communication skills – verbal and written, report writing, presentation
- Flexible and effective work style
- To plan and organise at organisational and personal level
- I.T. skills to intermediate level
- Attention to detail
- Financial control and budget management skills
- Problem solving
- Ability to set, satisfy and exceed targets
- Ability to work with work with people showing empathy and discretion
Experience:
- 3+ Years’ experience in a similar role
- Asset and Facilities management
- Supervising on-site work programmes
- Experience of contract management in the construction industry
- Experience in property acquisition
Role relevant to what type of surveyors
Property Management & Facility Manager Surveyors and Building Surveyors
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