Building Surveyor

Local authority in the Cambridgeshire area are looking for a building surveyor for an initial period of 6 months.

Purpose of the role:
To carry out stock condition, HHSRS (Housing Health & Safety Rating System) surveys and energy rating information using electronic hand-held surveying equipment, to the Council's property.

To oversee and work with contractors carrying out programmed maintenance works for the Council.

To assist in the management of the new build process in conjunction with the development team and housing management team, to successfully deliver the Council's development programme of new flats and houses.

To monitor and record the quality of works on site and sign off completed works to ensure that all works are carried out within the parameters of the Health and Safety Regulations. To ensure accurate records are kept, and to keep the Principal Surveyor informed of the position.

To survey and diagnose building defects and investigate complaints by tenants, and from other sources, to ensure an effective remedial repair is carried out.

To prepare estimates and specifications for building work to Council property carry out the financial control and supervision of works carried out by contractors

To deal with emergencies (e.g., fire, flood etc) and to liaise with the housing management team.

To assist in the identification of new capital projects, prepare new scheme appraisals that describe the work, prepare budget costs and prioritise when the work is needed.

To promote l customer care values, particularly in resolving customer complaints and represent the Housing service outside the organisation, including attending resident meetings.

Carry out any other duties as required by your line-manager from time to time, in accordance with the grading of the post.

If you would like to discuss the role further call Andy Husselbee on [phone removed] or email [email removed]

Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.