SKM Impact Solutions is recruiting for a
Technical Officer
to join a well established and growing organisation operating across the housing and built environment sectors. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in
social housing, affordable housing, property maintenance, asset management or construction
who wants to broaden their technical and commercial experience. You'll work closely with the Senior Technical Manager and support projects across areas including
planned investment, property maintenance, building safety, compliance, Decent Homes, decarbonisation and renewable technologies
. The Role
You'll be involved in:
• Reviewing and developing technical specifications
• Supporting housing asset management and procurement projects
• Collating property data, stock condition information and survey findings
• Reviewing technical reports and ensuring quality and consistency
• Checking tender submissions, specifications and pricing documentation
• Supporting the development of pricing models and maintaining benchmark cost information
• Working with Quantity Surveying colleagues to assess construction project costs
• Supporting framework, DPS, mini competition and direct call off activity
• Working with contractors, suppliers, consultants and other stakeholders
• Supporting tender scoring and evaluation
• Producing reports covering costs, project milestones, outputs and risk
• Supporting projects relating to Building Safety, Compliance, Decarbonisation, Renewable Technologies and Decent Homes
• Keeping up to date with housing and construction legislation, innovation and best practice
About You
You'll ideally have:
• A relevant degree or significant relevant operational experience
• Experience working for a contractor or public sector housing organisation in a technical and operational capacity
• Experience within affordable/social housing, particularly asset management or technical services
• Knowledge of property maintenance, housing decency and property defects/remediation
• Project management and technical specification experience
• An understanding of Health & Safety and CDM Regulations
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to review technical documents and costs
• Good understanding of cost management and value for money
A
CIOB, RICS, CIAT or equivalent qualification
, construction contract knowledge, procurement/framework experience and knowledge of complex building specifications and pricing models would be advantageous but aren't essential. What's On Offer?
Salary:
Circa £30,000 to £40,000 DOE
Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm
Location:
Birmingham
Holiday:
25 days plus
Technical Officer in London employer: SKm Impact Solutions
Join a dynamic and innovative company at the forefront of the retrofit and renewable energy sector, where your role as an Operations Administrator will be pivotal in supporting large-scale projects that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability across the UK. Enjoy a collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development, offering full training and opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment. This is not just a job; it's a chance to contribute meaningfully to projects that make a real difference in communities while building a rewarding long-term career.
