Major Works Surveyor

Our client, based in Surrey, is currently recruiting for a Major Works Surveyoron a Permanent basis.

The position is due to start immediately on a full-time basis. The salary for this role £47,422 rising to £49,437.00 per annum upon completion of probation.

The ideal candidate will have strong Complex Repairs experience and recent Social Housing experience.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Manage major repairs for the London & Southeast from inception through to completion including diagnosing, specifying, procuring and monitoring the following works:
• Manage Insurance claim works, Structural damp works (i.e. rising and penetrating) which result in occupiers being decanted
• Monitor major drainage works where excavation required, Ground works including paving, paths, steps over £5000, Roofline and rainwater services works to complete houses or blocks
• Manage planned fencing programme, Structural works over value of £5000, Cavity wall and loft insulation works, Major Aids & Adaptations, Other ad-hoc Major Works
• Monitor tenant requests for alterations process, Party Wall enquiries
• Undertake contractor administration duties as required including reviewing Bills of Quantities, Schedules of Works, Specifications and all contract documentation, ensuring that these comply with the project brief and timescales, budget estimates, all relevant legislation, health and safety regulations and policies
• Effectively manage contractors, carrying out and managing the quality inspection process of works, including pre-start scoping, work in progress quality inspection and post inspection signoffs
• Certify contractor valuations and claims within this role’s delegated authority limits, including interim and final account payment

Experience required:

• Recent Experience required in Social Housing
• Strong Major Works experience

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• Experience working in Social Housing
• Complex Repairs Experience

Rewards and Benefits:

• 1-2 days working from home

Working hours:

• 35 hours a week

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

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