We are currently working in partnership with a Housing Association in Kent, who are looking to appoint a 2 x Property Surveyors. 1 x permanent contract and 1 x 2-year fixed term contract.
This will be a full-time position based across South London and Sussex with hybrid working a salary of £42,948 - £53,685 per annum + £2,329 car allowance.
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of managing and inspecting all aspects of major works, responsive repairs, planned improvements, service and cyclical contracts, managing and delivering budgets.
Duties will include (but are not limited to):
*Carrying out all aspects of surveying across the property portfolio: maintenance, major works, responsive repairs, planned works, refurbishment, and fire management
*Monitoring contractor performance and ensuring compliance, specification, schedule, and budget standards are met
*Conducting Stock Condition Surveys, new build pre-occupation fire inspections, and other building-related technical and advisory services
*Completing fire risk assessments, validating works needed, and signing off fire remedial works
*Providing management reports, schedules of defects, and certifying rectification of snagging items
*Ensuring timely completion of Section 20 and tender processes
Experience required:
*Experience of working in a similar role, ideally within social housing
*Experience of liaising with customers and occupants from small scale to large complex projects
*The ability to manage maintenance, minor repair and refurbishment projects
Skills, knowledge and expertise required:
*A good understanding of building pathology, construction techniques and an understanding of budgeting processes and standing orders
*A good understanding of the processes required in conducting stock condition surveys, fire risk assessments (FRA’s) and asbestos reinspection
*Knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation, including that relating to leases and resident consultation
*Knowledge of forms of contract and dealing with contractors as required
Rewards and Benefits:
*Hybrid working
*28 days annual leave + bank holidays
*Buy and sell holiday
*Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption pay
*Reward scheme
Working hours:
*35 hours per week
*Monday - Friday, 9am-5pm
Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.
James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.
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