Building Surveyor

Job Description

To assist the Task and Finishing Team (TFT) in auditing high-risk major works projects on the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s ([Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]) social housing estates, providing a specialist, comprehensive professional surveying and technical service.

To provide professional building surveying expertise and advice on processes and procedures relating to the procurement and management of major works improvement projects for social housing schemes, including identifying any weaknesses or areas for improvement.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse and growing population.

At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Stands Together, (which is our work with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]'s communities and the council's staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.

Requirements

• To act as an expert in building surveying with in-depth knowledge of construction and practices, and advise the TFT.
• Conduct a thorough review of feasibility studies and design criteria to ensure the accuracy, robustness, and suitability of future major works projects.
• To ensure successful completion of major work projects, including budget management, work scheduling, and contractor supervision.
• To offer expert advice on building, technical repairs, maintenance, and refurbishment of homes in [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]' social housing estates.
• To provide technical advice and recommendations to TFT, conduct structural surveys, post-inspections, and assessment of completed work.
• Collaborating with [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] staff, internal stakeholders, business units, external agencies, and contractors to support the audit of 'high-risk' projects.

Recruitment Timetable

Closing date: 27/05/2024

Interview date: 27/05/2024

Job Detail

• Reference number: SC06577
• Date posted: 06/05/2024
• Closing date: 27/05/2024
• Location: London
• Schedule: Full-time
• Salary Range (Full time equivalent): £42,855 - £50,088
• Contract Type: Fixed Term