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Senior Building Surveyor - 54,360 - East London We are looking for an experienced Building Surveyor to take ownership of all surveying activities across a designated patch. You will play a key role in ensuring homes are safe, warm, dry, and fully compliant, while delivering a fast, efficient and value-for-money repairs service with consistently high levels of resident satisfaction. This role also includes responsibility for leading the organisation's aids and adaptations programme. Key Responsibilities Service Delivery Manage all surveying activities across your patch, including: Supervising contractors and coordinating multiple trade disciplines Managing delegated budgets and ensuring value for money Carrying out building surveys to diagnose defects and identify remedial action Producing detailed technical reports, specifications, drawings and feasibility studies Implementing quality control measures, including post-inspections Managing the full workflow from diagnosis to completion and payment of works Reviewing, challenging and authorising variations and invoices Obtaining planning and building control approvals Providing accurate budget estimates and option appraisals Ensuring all targets, timescales and budgets are achieved Updating and engaging with residents in a timely and professional manner Lead and manage the organisation's aids and adaptations service , including liaison with local authorities and Disabled Facilities Grant processes. Carry out regular inspections with colleagues across Repairs, Estate Services and other operational teams. Manage the response to repair-related legal cases where required. Procurement & Contract Management Manage a portfolio of contracts, ensuring contractors perform to required standards. Identify and address any areas of underperformance. Procure works and services in line with organisational policies and financial regulations. Prepare contract and tender documentation to support procurement activity. Record Keeping & Data Management Maintain accurate records and documentation in line with legislation, internal procedures and best practice. Update and enhance the organisation's asset data, ensuring information is accurate and regularly validated. Conduct regular audits to ensure data quality. Monitoring & Reporting Monitor and report on the quality of contractor performance. Maintain strong financial systems and ensure robust cost control. Prepare accurate reports for senior management and governance groups across all aspects of the service. Technical Expertise Provide technical advice and guidance to colleagues across Repairs, Asset Compliance, Asset Investment and other internal teams. Work collaboratively with other surveyors to ensure continuous service cover. Act as the lead officer and main point of contact for all aids and adaptations enquiries. Represent the organisation at internal and external meetings. Act as an expert witness in legal proceedings where required. General Responsibilities Deputise for senior management when needed. Manage and respond to repair-related enquiries, correspondence and complaints. Keep up to date with legislation, regulation, best practice and new technologies. Promote a proactive "health and safety first" approach, including risk assessment and mitigation. Work closely with colleagues across the organisation to resolve issues and drive service improvement. Carry out any other reasonable duties as required.

Asset Surveyor Location: Cardiff Job Type: Permanent Salary: 36,500 - 39,755 per annum About the Opportunity In partnership with a leading Cardiff housing provider, Panoramic Associates is recruiting for two Asset & Decarbonisation Surveyors who will play a pivotal role in delivering quality, affordable, and safe homes to over 1,500 residents. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation committed to: Building and maintaining quality homes Developing and delivering reliable services Working collaboratively with local communities Building long-term partnerships that make a real difference If you're passionate about asset management, sustainability, and improving residents' lives, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and social purpose. The Role Working within the Asset team , you'll be responsible for overseeing the delivery of: Aids and adaptations (Physical Adaptation Grants - PAG) Planned and reactive maintenance Decarbonisation and retrofit works across the portfolio You'll work collaboratively with tenants, contractors, and internal teams to ensure all works meet statutory requirements, manufacturer guidance, and resident expectations. Key Responsibilities: Asset & Programme Management: Manage planned, decarbonisation, and void works, ensuring timely, high-quality delivery aligned with statutory and manufacturer requirements Oversee ordered works through a planned programme including pre and post inspections Support the implementation of the decarbonisation and asset management strategy Physical Adaptation Grants (PAG): Lead administration of PAG works to ensure tenants receive a high-quality experience Deliver quick and efficient PAG works to support void lets where required Carry out site inspections, surveys, and measurements to support design work Support the Senior Surveyor with grant claims for relevant projects (PAG, ORP) Contractor & Stakeholder Management: Engage with external contractors to procure and manage work demonstrating value for money Work closely with neighbourhood officers and teams to coordinate service delivery Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures Technical & Compliance: Ensure all works comply with statutory requirements and organisational policies Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practice Assist in delivery of the maintenance service during colleague absences The Person We're looking for someone who combines technical knowledge with a collaborative, solution-focused approach. Essential: Qualifications & Knowledge: HNC/HND in building or construction (or working towards) Understanding of the "big six" safety compliance areas Working knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015 Knowledge of WHQS/HHSRS/Disrepairs and Renting Homes legislation Understanding of Control of Asbestos Regulations Knowledge of Welsh Government Building Regulations Understanding of PAS2035 requirements Experience: Contractor management and managing programmes of work Working within the housing association sector in Wales (desirable) Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Next Steps If this sounds like the right fit for you, apply today or contact Lola Balogun at Panoramic Associates for a confidential discussion. Even if this role isn't quite the right match, we still want to hear from you - we often have other opportunities that may align with your skills, career goals, and location.

A Local Authority based in Tyne & Wear is looking for a DFG (disabled facilities grant) adaptation officer to join their home improvement team. This is a full time, temporary position and the ideal candidate will be a customer service individual with experience dealing with DFGs and will have had experience in a similar role. The purpose of the role is to provide support to vulnerable customers through the Disabled Facilities Grants and adaptation process. The role will include responding to complaints and giving advice to customers on housing options and property improvement options. The client is looking to move quickly with this role and as such are offering £15 p/hour Umbrella Ltd (approx. £400 p/week NET after deductions). So if this position sounds of interest, email a copy of your up to date CV to (url removed) or call James at Service Care Construction on (phone number removed) Not interested in this role but know somebody who could be? Refer a friend today and receive up to £250 per referral if they are successfully placed by SC Construction

MMP Consultancy are seeking an interim Technical Officer (Inspector/Surveyor) based in South London covering three estates, interim rate Outside IR35 - £21.82 per hour LTD (With a view to go perm in Apr 2021) Duties: The Technical Officer will be expected to work under minimal supervision requiring a high level of trust and reliability whilst using own initiative, good time management skills and making appropriate judgement where necessary. * Organising repairs, improvements and adaptations providing advice and support and liaising with caseworkers and/or technical staff. * Visiting clients in their own homes and assessing the works required, having regard to the clients' choice and the needs of the property. * Carrying out measured and dilapidation surveys as required. * Responsible for carrying out regulatory checks in relation to legionella, asbestos, electrical and fire safety. * Utilising a proactive approach to health and safety, in particular fire safety in high rise and low-rise buildings. * Carrying out a proactive and preventative approach to ensure that communal areas are not neglected or misused and are maintained to a high standard. * Carrying out and maintaining records for estate inspections to ensure good standards of housekeeping and maintenance are delivered. * Completing written records following site inspections and escalating to the appropriate person if actions are required. * Assisting the Asset Management Team to ensure health and safety compliance is adhered to. Qualifications / Experienced: Qualification in a construction related field i.e. Trade or ONC or qualified by experience to a similar level. Health & Safety Awareness Training Asbestos Awareness Training (desirable) Summary Details: * £21.82ph LTD (Outside IR35) * Until March 2021 (View to permanent April 2021) * (One Week Notice) * South London region If you are interested, please send over up to date CV. Further information will be provided once applied. Feel free to pass onto colleagues and contacts who may be suitable

Director of Maintenance and Commercial Services Stafford and Shrewsbury (travel across multiple sites) £64,250 per annum Are you looking for a new challenge? Our client has an exciting opportunity for a new Director of Maintenance to join them on a full time, permanent basis. With a commercial emphasis, you will lead on the development and implementation of the Asset Management Strategy to ensure best use is made of Groups assets and ensure revenue streams are minimised. You’ll be the lead officer for the delivery of reactive maintenance service and facilities management including grounds maintenance and adaptations. As an accomplished asset management professional you’ll use your knowledge to drive a high performing customer focussed service which is second to none. You’ll be an inspirational leader with a proven track record of effective performance management, and you’ll be skilled at motivating and influencing colleagues, internal and external stakeholders and working collaboratively to deliver a compliant service. You’ll also bring with you effective Risk and Project Management skills and have experience in the delivery of high quality programmes. Your conscientious work ethic will ensure that all activities are carried out to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. You’ll be seen as an ambassador for the organisation and you’ll develop excellent working relationships with all internal and external stakeholders including the relevant Boards and Committees. Your integral role in the team and the organisation will help ensure that the transformation into a modern, customer-focused business will be assured.. Job requirements * Be responsible for day to day operations and management of the reactive maintenance team ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory and legal expectations. * Inform strategic planning processes, contributing to the development and implementation of the Company’s approach to asset management that underpins our objective of providing high quality homes and communities. * Effectively manage all delegated budgets, reporting on performance against budget as required. * Be a visible and effective leader, modelling exemplary behaviour for staff in promoting a culture of delivering high quality customer-centred services. * Contribute to the development and delivery of business plans and operational action plans where appropriate, including the strategic planning of the future and growth of the service. What they're looking for: * Building Services or related professional qualification (RICS/MCIOB) or equivalent senior operations experience. * Evidence of continuous professional development * Significant experience of delivering contractual services, in an affordable housing setting * Proven track record of delivering effective and efficient operations and services in a high-volume, customer focused day to day reactive repairs service including gas repairs, void services, and facilities management services including ground maintenance and adaptations * Financial and commercial awareness and the ability to analyse complex information with clarity * Demonstrates a commitment to customers being at the heart of what they do in all activities Please see the job profile for more details on the job requirements for this role. Our client offers benefits such as contributory pension, Life Insurance based on two times your annual base salary, gym membership and BUPA Healthcare. Further to this you can expect 35 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), a comprehensive induction programme and excellent ongoing training. They are a strong, resilient and effective provider of homes and care services throughout Shropshire and Staffordshire, with 18,000 homes, employ 800 people and they will have a turnover of almost £100m. The Group has ambitious plans to build more homes and provide even better choice for their customers and communities. #directorofmaintenance #housingplusgroup #career #recruitment #recruiting #Careers #newcareeropportunity