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In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of Investment Building Surveyors, overseeing all pre-contract activities for investment projects, from validation and technical evaluation to CDM requirements and work specifications. You'll ensure a seamless handover to our in-house delivery team and manage the department's master specifications while playing a key role in our tendering process for new frameworks and partners.
Client Details
I am working with a social housing provider in the North East of England, this client is a values-driven charitable organisation, providing more than 50,000 people with a place to call home.
Description
- Lead and supervise the Investment Surveyor team, ensuring projects are planned efficiently and pre-construction milestones are met to facilitate the start of site works.
- Coordinate the validation of investment requirements to create accurate project scopes of work for the Investment Plan.
- Collaborate with the Delivery Team to ensure all project details are in place for smooth handover to Principal Contractors.
- Manage the appointment of external Principal Designers, ensuring CDM and Building Regulation compliance for pre-construction documentation.
- Act as the operational lead for Asset Investment, supporting the procurement team in preparing tender documents, specifications, and client requirements, and analysing tender submissions.
- Support the Asset Investment & Planning Manager in ensuring that all projects are aligned with budgets and operational needs.
- Regularly review and update specifications to meet regulatory standards, with a focus on whole-life maintenance costs and innovative solutions where applicable.
Profile
- Proven experience in leading and managing teams within a similar role.
- Expertise in managing relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong background in preparing designs, specifications, and contract documents for large investment projects.
- Experience in managing workloads and meeting defined targets.
- In-depth knowledge of building construction, compliance obligations, CDM, planning regulations, and contract administration.
- Familiarity with construction finance and budget management.
- RIBA Certificate or relevant demonstrable experience (desirable).
- A degree in Building Surveying (desirable).
- A full UK driving license is essential for this role.
Job Offer
- Competitive salary
- Great pension scheme
