Building Surveyor

MMP Consultancy is seeking a Building Surveyor on behalf of a Local Authority based in Warwickshire. This is a 6-month ongoing contract with a day date of 350pd via an umbrella company inside of IR35. The working week will be 37 hours between Monday and Friday.

Responsibilities

• Plan, specify, procure, manage and deliver planned works projects and cyclical maintenance contracts across the Council's assets, including housing and corporate property.
• Undertake stock condition surveys, defect inspections, measured surveys, post-inspections and feasibility studies.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, tender documentation, RIBA work plans and statutory applications as required.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients and customers, providing technical advice and managing enquiries relating to designated assets and projects.
• Manage and administer contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual procedures, financial controls and performance management requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance, valuations, interim payments and final accounts, maintaining clear and auditable records.
• Ensure all works comply with health and safety legislation, including the Construction (Design and Management) Regulations.
• Analyse stock condition and compliance data to help plan and deliver effective maintenance and improvement programmes.

Budget Responsibility

• Housing Investment Programme (HIP): up to 6.7m per annum
• Corporate Property Planned & Preventative Maintenance: c. 1m per annum
• Projects may range from small works under 10k to large programmes exceeding 1m.

Requirements:

• HNC, HND or Degree in a built environment discipline, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years' experience in building surveying, project management or a related role within a local authority, housing provider or similar organisation.
• Experience of undertaking building surveys and managing resultant works.
• Experience of managing projects in occupied homes or business premises.
• Sound technical knowledge of fire safety, asbestos and building services.
• Knowledge of construction health and safety legislation.
• Strong communication, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Competence in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Full driving licence or access to suitable transport.