Structural Surveyor

Client

Local Authority in Newham

Job Title

Structural Surveyor

Pay Rate

£500 DAILY UMBRELLA

Hours

36 Hours a week(Mon-Fri)

Duration

Initial 3 month contract

Location

HYBRID WORKING- 2 days office based in Dockside,Newham

Description

Overall Purpose of Job

To provide structural surveying and project delivery support within the HRA Capital Programme Major Works team, taking forward reports and recommendations issued by the Structural Engineer. The post holder will undertake follow-up surveys, develop costed scopes and schedules of work, coordinate approvals and procurement, and manage allocated remedial works through to completion.

Key Tasks and Accountabilities:

1. Receive and review Structural Engineer reports for allocated properties, agree priorities and next steps with the engineer and manager, and maintain a clear action plan from report handover to completion.


2. Undertake follow-up site inspections, measured surveys and photographic records to establish the extent of repairs and associated making good. Identify gaps in the information and refer new defects, changed conditions or unclear recommendations to the Structural Engineer.


3. Arrange further investigations, opening up, drainage surveys and monitoring recommended by the Structural Engineer, subject to approval. Collate the findings and obtain the engineer's advice before finalising the repair scope.


4. Prepare practical schedules of work, specifications, cost estimates and tender documents based on the engineer's recommendations and design details, covering structural repairs and associated building works.


5. Prepare supporting information for options appraisals, Officer Decision Reports and other funding and procurement approvals. Track decisions, chase outstanding information and escalate delays affecting safety, programme or cost.


6. Coordinate procurement with the manager and Procurement team, respond to tender queries and support evaluation of quotations and tenders. Obtain the necessary approvals before instructing works or variations.


7. Manage the day-to-day delivery of allocated structural remedial projects, including subsidence repairs, masonry and concrete repairs, roof and chimney works, drainage-related repairs and reinstatement following insured damage.

Experience:

Ability to interpret Structural Engineer reports and design details and translate recommendations into clear, costed schedules of work and specifications