Legal Disrepair Surveyor
London
£41.76/hour
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and skilled Legal Disrepair Surveyor to join a housing property services team within a local authority. This role involves managing a varied caseload and ensuring the delivery of high-quality housing services while addressing disrepair claims and related matters.
Role Overview
The Legal Disrepair Surveyor will:
- Manage live disrepair claims, party wall awards, and repair diagnostic cases.
- Provide technical expertise and act as an expert witness in legal proceedings, as required.
- Conduct detailed site inspections and investigations, preparing specifications and estimates for repair work.
- Monitor and oversee works on-site to ensure compliance with agreed standards and regulations.
- Work closely with legal and repair teams to mitigate liability and resolve claims effectively.
- Administer contracts and maintain accurate documentation, including budgets, reports, and work programmes.
Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
- Hold an HND/C or BSc in Building or have extensive building surveying experience.
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of housing disrepair legislation, building contracts, and industry standards.
- Be capable of managing a technical caseload efficiently and meeting deadlines.
- Have expertise in preparing specifications, bills of quantity, and work programmes.
- Possess experience in supervising works and administering contracts.
- Be an excellent communicator, skilled in writing detailed reports and presenting evidence in court.
- Be proficient in using IT systems for communication and data management.