Building Surveyor

Job Title:       Building Surveyor  Type:             Temporary Contract 2 months+ Location:       Worcester (hybrid working)  Rate:              £26.55 - £35.12 per hour  Hours:           Full Time 37 hours per week    The purpose of this role is to support the delivery of a customer focused responsive repairs service in liaison with the Repairs Manager, across the housing stock. This includes the diagnosis of complex maintenance issues, including damp and mould, and attending site when required to monitor works progress and signing off on completions of larger works orders. Duties: Carry out responsive repair maintenance inspections, including pre-inspection prior to ordering and prepare written defects sheets and general information. Prepare schedules, quantities, costs including use of NHF Schedule of rates where required and resolve contractor performance issues. Carry out a minimum of 10% post-inspections, monitoring the quality and quantity of work claimed on completion, together with compliance with contract specifications/service standards by contractors. Working closely and collaboratively with other customer facing teams to ensure jobs are raised and completed efficiently and satisfactorily. Assist in advising the Repairs Manager of any problems, difficulties or issues affecting the performance of a contract or contractor, requiring escalation as appropriate. Manage disrepair cases/projects assigned by the Repairs Manager, ensuring appropriate policies and procedures are adhered to, ensuring that properties are returned and maintained to the required standard and quality. Investigate complaints and deal with requests for new works or rectification of faulty works and implement such action as is deemed necessary to achieve customer satisfaction. Preparation of void schedules as assigned by the Repairs Manager to support other internal areas of the business as required. Record repairs and the generation of works orders on the QL housing management system, including scrutinising contractors' invoices for rates charged, hours worked and material charges. Inspect the housing stock, including leasehold flats to evaluate works required to specify materials, work content, trades and working practices involved. Carry out Stock Condition Surveys (SCSs) and Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) surveys in addition to Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs) in communal areas as required. Assist in preparing and issuing Section 20 notices for responsive, cyclical, and planned maintenance works as required. Ensuring compliance with statutory timeframes under Awaab's Law for investigation, initiation of works, tenant communication, and emergency hazard response. Diagnose damp and mould hazards promptly and categorising them according to legal definitions. Provide or arrange written summaries of findings within the statutory 3-day requirement. Escalate cases requiring temporary accommodation where hazards cannot be mitigated quickly. Maintain accurate records to demonstrate compliance with all Awaab's Law obligations. Support organisational readiness for the phased expansion of hazards covered (Apply online only)). Support the Repairs Manager to manage the aids and adaptations service, monitoring the quality and cost of the service and submitting grant claims. Carry out technical inspections on current/future housing stock for occupational therapy aids and adaptation works and engage with external agencies to consider options and solutions arising from a formal referral being received. Administer approved property adaptations for customers with disabilities, including liaising with occupational therapists and monitoring/claiming grants in relation to works carried out.   Requirements: Professional surveying qualification Proven experience in property surveying, including inspections and reporting. Experience in preparing condition surveys and compliance assessments. Experience of working with building and service contracts Preparing technical reports, specifications and schedules of work Contracts supervision and service level agreements Strong knowledge of building management, property law, building regulations, and health & safety standards (including CDM regulations) Understanding of Stock Condition Surveys (SCSs) and the Housing H&S Rating System (HHSRS) Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. Effective communication and negotiation skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects. High level of integrity and professionalism. Ability to prepare clear and concise reports and technical specifications Customer focussed, externally and internally. Proficiency with Microsoft Office software A full UK driving license with the ability to drive as and when required by the business.   For more information, please call Emma Keir or Meg Smith on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).   To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications.   We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. At BRC Recruitment, we try to respond to all applications, however, due to the high volume of applications, this is not always possible. If you have not heard from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.   REFERRAL SCHEME: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 once they have completed 3 months in a role via BRC! Terms and conditions apply - contact us for details