Vivid Resourcing Ltd

I'm currently looking for an Interim Construction Procurement Manager for one of my local authority clients in Essex. 2 days per week in the office/on site 500 per day inside IR35 Initial 12 month contract The successful candidate will have extensive experience within procurement within a local authority setting, in addition to valuable knowledge of construction processes. You will also have CIPS and TTP qualifications. You will be embedded in the property team, but will be working closely with the central procurement function. You will manage the production of tender documents, oversee the tender process and write approval reports. This role is required to help organise the client's supply chain for their capital programme. This is an urgent requirement, with the client looking to interview and offer ASAP, so if interested please feel free to get in touch. Alternatively, if you know of anyone who may be suitable please do pass this on to them!

Oversee the day-to-day management of void properties within a designated patch. Carry out risk assessments, support checklists, and implement appropriate interventions when required. Provide low-level tenancy support and make suitable referrals to external services or internal teams. Maintain an understanding of local community issues as well as any tenancy-related concerns. Manage tenancy matters, including addressing anti-social behaviour and ensuring compliance with tenancy agreements. Build strong local knowledge of residents and neighbourhood issues, and share relevant insights with internal meetings and external agencies as appropriate. Previous experience of housing is essential and you will need to have a full driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Work closely with residents, partner organisations, and enforcement agencies to prevent and resolve antisocial behaviour. Promote early intervention and tenancy sustainment initiatives to reduce the need for legal action. Champion mediation and community-based approaches to effectively handle low-level disputes. Take responsibility for complex and high-profile ASB cases, ensuring a fair, proportionate, and victim-focused approach. Lead, motivate, and support the ASB team, embedding a culture of accountability, innovation, and high performance. Encourage creative problem-solving and fresh ideas to improve community safety and service delivery. Use data analysis, performance monitoring, and root-cause insights to drive continuous improvement across the service. Ensure all work complies with housing legislation, tenancy agreements, and regulatory standards. Promote strong resident engagement, ensuring their experiences and feedback shape local safety and ASB strategies.

One of my Local Authority clients based in South Essex is looking for 2 Repairs Surveyor on an interim basis for 6 months, working in the office for 3 days per week and working from home 2 days a week. Main Responsibilities To carry out pre-inspection of repairs to tenanted/void and leasehold properties within defined timescales, set targets, schedule repairs and raise orders. To monitor repairs in tenanted/void and leasehold properties including liaising with the contractor where necessary in respect of progress and variations. To post inspect completed repairs to tenanted/void and leasehold properties to ensure work is satisfactory and to required standard and authorise charges/variations. To undertake technical surveys on the housing stock, including leasehold flats, to identify and make accurate diagnosis of complex repairs, including specifying materials, work content trades and place the work with suitable contractor, managing the project/programme to produce solutions that can be over a prolonged period. Undertake 100% post inspections of works completed for exclusions by the partnering contractors on a monthly basis, ensuring that works have been carried out to the correct quality and standard required. Key skills and experience required: Experience and knowledge of the building maintenance industry including relevant experience in the inspection of domestic property and the remedy of maintenance problems Experience of monitoring programmes and budgets Extensive knowledge of Health & Safety legislation, including CDM regulations and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) Makes prompt, clear decisions which may involve tough choices or considered risks Takes responsibility for actions, projects and people Experience of developing and sustaining effective working relationships and communications, both internally and externally, with the ability to explain complex information verbally and in writing to tenants, council officers/managers at all levels

Interim Reactive Maintenance Service Provider Lead Location: Mostly Remote (occasional office presence) Contract: 6 months initial (Outside IR35) About the Role: The Council is embarking on an exciting journey to appoint a new Reactive Maintenance Service Provider. To support this critical project, we are seeking an experienced and technically savvy Reactive Maintenance Service Provider Lead to join us on an interim basis. This role will be pivotal in setting up the new service provider framework, working closely with a multifaceted organisation engaged in the tendering process to provide new supplier Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external consultants to support the tender process. Act on behalf of the council, working closely with the 3rd party organisation ensuring the council's best interests are adhered to in the tendering process Apply strong technical knowledge of maintenance operations to ensure tender requirements are fit for purpose. Provide commercial insight and procurement expertise to drive value and compliance throughout the tender. Ensure smooth transition and mobilisation of the new service provider in line with council standards. Who We're Looking For: Extensive background in maintenance operations, preferably reactive maintenance. Proven experience in procurement and managing service provider tender processes. Technically minded with the ability to understand and challenge maintenance service specifications. Commercially astute with a strong grasp of contract and supplier management. Confident working remotely with occasional attendance at council offices as required. Contract Details: Initial 12-month fixed-term contract, with strong likelihood of extension for 18 months Flexible working, predominantly remote with some in-person meetings. Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Title: Interim Estates Surveyor Location: Norfolk Contract: 6 Months Rate: 450 per day Overview: A local authority in Norfolk is seeking an experienced Interim Estates Surveyor to manage its property portfolio, focusing on general estate management and resolving a backlog of legacy lease renewals and rent reviews. Key Responsibilities: Manage day-to-day estate matters across a mixed-use property portfolio. Lead on lease renewals, rent reviews, and landlord-tenant negotiations. Provide professional property advice and ensure compliance with legal and internal standards. Maintain accurate property records and liaise with tenants and stakeholders. Requirements: Proven experience in estates management, ideally within a local authority. Strong understanding of landlord and tenant law. MRICS preferred but not essential with relevant experience. Able to work independently and manage a varied workload. Onsite attendance required 3 days per week. Vivid Resourcing are committed to equality of opportunity for all applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships or any other characteristic protected by law.