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Building Surveyor
Daniel Mulvey Recruitment Consultant – Asset Management, Property Services & Compliance
Job Description
MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Building Surveyor to join a local authority based in the West Midlands.
This will be an Interim position 3-6 months paying £30-£35 P/H Umbrella.
The Role:
- The Building Surveyor will assist the Senior Building surveyors in the effective management and delivery of Building projects on Council managed properties including operation, non-operational buildings, investment land and buildings.
- The Post holder will deliver safe and efficient working environment of Employees, clients, suppliers, contractors and members of the public.
- The post holder will support the Council's aims in respect of revenue generating development, investment and acquisition.
- To assist with surveys and the production of reports for other services and departments and team records.
Job Purpose:
- To prepare detailed scheme designs with costing, through feasibility and programme delivery, to completion of projects. Specification of works including organisation of documents for tender / quotation and advising on appointment of contractors, designers and procurement routes. To include preparation of designs / drawings using AutoCAD.
- Advise on the maintenance and supervision of the maintenance of building by providing technical support to Facilities Officers, determining the condition of existing buildings, identify and analysing defects including proposals for repair.
- To assist the Senior Building Surveyor with the effectively manage of the Condition Survey data base. To carry out cyclical condition surveys of Public Buildings preparing condition reports and update database as works are completed and to assist in the preparation on planned maintenance programme.
- To assist the Senior Building Surveyors and Technical Officers to deal with 'NatFed SOR's' accounting on construction projects and with interim and final accounts with contractors, suppliers and consultants including the resolution of contractual claims and settlement of contracts.
- To assist the Surveyors & Senior Surveyors to prepare estimates, cost plans, bills of quantities, specifications and schedule of rates for planned maintenance, improvements, voids works and maintenance work.
- To assist the Senior Building Surveyor and Technical Officers carry out financial checks on completed Repairs as required, and check compliance with RBC's policies and procedures.
- To assist the Property Services Manager and Senior Building Surveyors to undertake analysis of the performance of suppliers and contractors during the contract stage and following contract completion. Check compliance with contract terms and conditions and legal and regulatory requirements.
- To maintain excellent communication with customers and my clients staff and to ensure the highest possible standards of repairs and excellent customer service are achieved within set budget parameters.
- To carry out pre and post inspections of void properties and capital and planned programmes.
- To monitor and supervise contractors to ensure an effective and efficient delivery of work/contract
- To prepare and present regular progress and performance of contracts following monthly contract meetings
- Advise on Energy efficiency, environmental impact and sustainable construction
- Instructing on the preservation and conservation of Historic buildings and structures
- Dealing with planning applications and advising on property Legislation and building regulations
- Assessing and designing buildings to meet the needs of people with disabilities
- To prepare / collate and implement documentation to ensure works are undertaken in accordance with statutory regulations such as CDM, COSHH
- To ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and respond quickly to actions arising from the Councils Legal Obligations.
- To maintain an awareness and knowledge of changes in legislation that may affect schemes of work i.e. Health and Safety , Building Regulations, Asbestos Awareness , case Law
- Undertake specific and non-routine administrative and clerical duties for collection of data, inspections as required.
- To undertake such other duties commensurate with the experience of the post holder and the grading of the post, as determined by the Property Services Manager
Title: Building Surveyor
Salary: £30-£35 P/H Umbrella
Location: West Midlands
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Project Manager
MMP Consultancy are seeking a Project Manager with a South London organisation, the role will pay circa £400 per day LTD.
About the role
Title: Project Manager (Voids)
Rate: £400 day (Inside IR35) neg.
Client: Local Authority
Location: South London
Contract: 9 months min.
Hybrid: 4 days per week (1-2 days on site, 1 day in office)
Attendance of weekly and monthly meetings, in person.
Key Duties:
- A dynamic and skilled Major Works Project Manager to oversee and deliver construction projects.
- Managing the voids programme, interim use programmes, and bespoke projects to facilitate the estate renewal programme on the estate ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of both quality and safety as directed by the Strategic Lead.
- Assist in resolving defects or latent defects arising on projects.
- Assist/lead on other workstreams that may arise during the course of the commission that will support the team in delivering its core objectives.
- Project management - lead and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions and financial accountability is maintained at all times.
- Manage a team of internal and external specialist, technical and professional consultants including legal, procurement, planning, clerk of works and quality inspectors throughout the lifecycle of each project.
Key Skills:
Project management - evaluate effectiveness of contracts and consultants used and make recommendations or changes as required.
Procurement - Use of tendering, framework and partnering contracts, framework consultants and full OJEU (where applicable) procedures and to lead groups to achieve efficiency and cost improvements.
Contract management - oversee contracts and procurement processes, ensuring all works are delivered in line with agreed terms and conditions. Manage Quality Control issues in consultation with sub consultants and make appropriate recommendations for change.
Budget control - develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions and financial accountability.
Budget control - ensure internal and external funding sources for projects are identified and manage the project budget and other financial resources associated with the project.
Internal and external stakeholder engagement - liaise with residents, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and successful project outcomes. Lead/attend meetings with stakeholders as appropriate, preparing briefing notes, presentations or reports as appropriate.
Health and Safety - oversee health & safety compliance on all projects, implementing best practice and risk management strategies.
Reporting - provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project progress, risks, and performance.
Experience / Qualifications:
* Extensive knowledge of the repairs industry within social housing.
* Building background with a suitable qualification or demonstrated experience.
* Communication skills that will enable consistent and quality communication between staff, contractors and potentially residents.
* Strong organisational skills to ensure that appointments are met, orders are raised, and work is scheduled efficiently.
* IT knowledge and experience, with demonstrated background in raising orders, checking repair order histories and basic skills in Microsoft packages.
* Use of appraisal system desirable.
If you are interested, please send over up to date CV. Further information will be provided once applied.
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Commercial Manager - Stratford - East London
Role: Commercial Manager
Salary: £75,000 Benefits
Location: Stratford - East London
Our Client has experienced continual growth since its establishment in 1986, we're not aiming to be the biggest service provider, however we intend to be the best. We work with some of the UK's largest building owners, landlords & facility managers to provide strategic building repairs, planned maintenance and improvement across all property sectors.
Benefits- Annual holiday; 22 days, increase after 1 years' service to a maximum of 5 days
- Long service awards; continuous service at key achievements are rewarded
- Perkbox; from free coffees and cinema tickets to trips away and much more
- Volunteer day; paid yearly volunteer days for a worthy cause
The Role:
To be responsible for all commercial activities within the Central Voids Division. Working with the Divisional Manager and Contract Management. Due to the number of individual client involved, this role requires a high-level of organisation, focus and time management to ensure all contracts are commercially managed correctly
Responsibilities- Accurate preparation of weekly / monthly reports both internally and to Clients.
- Working with operational teams to improve performance and enhance margins.
- Working where required with the Divisional Team in developing the strategy for future business.
- Supporting where required in pricing of Tender opportunities.
Requirements:
Financial Budgeting, Profit and Loss control.
Performance Management.
Procurement.
Tender Bid Process.
Client Liaison / Partnering / Contract Negotiation.
Staff Coaching and Mentoring
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Building Surveyor
MMP Consultancy is currently working with one of their clients in Essex who are looking for a new Property Surveyor to join their team.
Title: Property Surveyor
Location: Essex (Just off M11)
Salary: £48,474 Benefits
The post holder will work as part of the Housing Operations Team - Property and be responsible for the technical service provision for the Housing Service in accordance with the our clients agreed policies, procedures and working practices, delivering a first class service that is value for money and customer focused.
* To work as part of the Housing Operations Team - Property dealing with all aspects of void property inspection, mutual exchanges, insurance claims, structural diagnosis, building defects, property adaptations and management, major works to properties, assisting with the delivery of the Choice Based Lettings Scheme in relation to Accompanied Viewings and Routine Inspections of properties.
* To support the team in planning budgets, identifying efficiencies in response and planned works and to ensure there is a robust method of reporting that is being adhered to.
* To represent Housing Operations - Property whilst keeping a good relationship with other council departments and elected councillors and with work colleges.
* You must embrace a fast moving and changing environment, ensuring at all times that standards are not compromised either in quality, cost or customer satisfaction.
* The tasks will involve assessing customer satisfaction, reviewing and analysing KPI`s from contractors and drafting the relevant reports, Analysing trends and contributing to improving customer satisfaction.
Title: Property Surveyor
Location: Essex (Just off M11)
Salary: £48,474 Council Benefits
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