Address Here at Wates, we have an opportunity for a Site Surveyor to join our Living Space division in the Hackney area
You will join a team of experienced surveyors working on some of the most iconic Social Housing maintenance projects across London.
The ideal candidate should have at least 1 - 3 years of experience working with a Commercial Team and to have had appropriate training for that length of time. They need to have a good work ethic and should be able to work under a Project Surveyor and within a team of Surveyors of different levels of knowledge. Client interaction is a major part of the Contract and he or she should be able to liaise with Client and have the personal skills that would endear the Client team.
The key objectives of this role:
Measurement – Due to the nature of the Contract there will be a requirement for measurement of the Properties that have been provided by the Client. This will include site visit and measure of the main external components for example roof, brick repointing, external decorations etc.
Pricing of Scoping Documents – Post measurement the pricing of Scoping Documents with an agreed Schedule of Rates. This will entail the candidate agreeing the Priced Schedules with the Client so they must have worked with Schedule of Rates in the past and have a good understanding of the work that goes into this sort of task.
Procurement – Working within the Commercial Team to Procure the Works packages upon the success of the above points. This is to include producing a procurement programme and to liaise with the operation team to procure all the work's packages in a timely manner.
Subcontract Management – Management of the subcontractors selected from procurement and full liaison throughout the programme of works. The candidate will need to process order documents so Wates can enter a subcontract agreement, carry out interim subcontract payments as the project progresses, and agree final accounts at the end of the Project with Subcontractor. Previous experience with high value subcontractors and complex Contract Documents is needed for this task.
Wates Group is one of the largest, and most successful family-owned private construction, development, and property services companies in the UK. We are building a place to work where everyone belongs, by one small act of inclusion at a time. We celebrate difference and welcome diversity.
As a responsible and inclusive employer, we are committed to equality and are proud to have been recognised for this through a range of accolades including gold accreditation with Investors in People, we are also a Disability Confident employer. Being a family owned, business means we understand and value long term relationships.
The Wates Group are committed to three ambitious environmental targets for 2025: Zero Waste, and Zero Carbon, from our operations and Positive Nature Enhancement. Wates are pushing to take a leading role in reducing our industry’s environmental impact.
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