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Portfolio Repair Surveyor
A sound knowledge and understanding of repairs and maintenance, and schedule of rates.
- A sound knowledge and understanding of traditional and modern construction practices, best practice, and associated Regulations.
- The ability to prepare basic construction drawings and draft specification.
- Experience of property maintenance work in housing that has included undertaking property inspections, diagnosing common property defects and supervising the work of contractors.
- Experience of delivering planned maintenance programmes.
- Comprehensive knowledge of materials, trades, construction methods and legal/statutory requirements
- Experience of managing works to turn around void properties.
- Experience of monitoring budgets.
- Understanding and experience of leasehold service charging including consultation requirements for
- qualifying works (section 20).
- An understanding of the Housing, Health & Safety Rating Guidance (HHSRS: Guidance for Landlords and Property-Related Professionals) and practical knowledge of how to assess.
- Thorough understanding and experience of risk management in a range of environments in order to take informed decisions.
- A customer-focused approach and valuing diversity.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing at all levels.
- An assertive and proactive approach to resolving technical and people issues and identifying opportunities for improvement or resolution.
- Ability to challenge and influence for maximum impact.
- Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines.
- Ability to work independently, exercising good initiative and judgement.
- Proven time management and prioritisation skills.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines and targets.
- Working in a fast paced and busy environment, happy to take on a range of tasks and be flexible and adaptable.
- Proven track record of providing excellent customer service.
- Proven ability to work methodically, follow agreed procedures and accurately record data and information.
Desirable
- Experience of working in partnership with a Social Housing Provider.
Qualifications
- Higher level technical qualification (e.g. HND/C) in building surveying or relevant subject, or equivalent experience
Rate of Pay
PAYE: £62.86
Umbrella: £76.86
Location: Carshalton Road, Sutton, Greater London, SM1 4LE, United Kingdom
