Building Surveyor

Paradigm Housing Group; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading housing organization is looking for a Building Surveyor to join their Surveying Services Department in High Wycombe. The role includes conducting a variety of surveys and inspections, mentoring junior surveyors, and collaborating with a team passionate about community service. Ideal candidates should possess relevant qualifications and at least five years of experience in building surveying.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ post-qualification experience required.
• Experience managing project budgets and contract administration.
• Excellent written and numerical skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice and support for property-related issues.
• Carry out building surveys and inspections.
• Support development department with inspections and handovers.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Customer service

Education

Professional Qualification (CIOB, RIBA, RICS)

Qualification in Building Surveying or Building Construction

Tools

Proprietary asset management software

CAD

Job description

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Want to utilise your technical and management skills within a values-driven housing organisation? We are searching to find a truly exceptional individual for our Surveying Services Department which is an integral part the Property Services Directorate.

Reporting to the Surveying Services Manager you will carry out surveying activities within the Surveying Services Department. The Department’s work includes surveying for, Estate Improvements, Damp and Mould, Fire Risk Assessment remedials, Mutual Exchanges, EPC’s, Retrofit Assessments, Insurance Claims, Home Improvements, Structural Repairs, Major Voids, Investment Works Pre and Post Inspections along with Litigation Inspections including Disrepair, HHSRS, Fitness for Human Habitation assessments etc. The scope of survey work you carry out will be within your own area of competence. You will need to be organised, disciplined and flexible; around 60% of your time will be spent ‘on-site’ – the remainder of the time is office based. The work is interesting and varied. You will work alongside a team who are passionate, friendly and knowledgeable – an ideal place to develop your skills and experience

The Department is lead by an experienced Chartered Surveyor. You will work alongside other experienced and competent Surveyors and with Inspectors who will look to you for help and advice. You will need to work collaboratively and to a high standard.

A part of your role will be to assist in the development of junior Surveyors and assisting with technical training of colleagues outside of the Department.

Your Main Responsibilities Will Include

• Providing property related expert advice and support
• Carrying out a wide range of surveys and inspections, including damp and mould, structural defects, insurance scopes, major voids, disrepair or litigation surveys, HHSRS or FHH assessments.
• Carrying out inspections with, or accompanying, third parties like Single Joint Experts, Environmental Health Officers, Loss Adjusters, or Investment Works contractors.
• Writing specifications for remedial or project works arising from inspections
• Supporting the Development department with post-inspections and handovers.
• Promoting continuous departmental development.
• To assist the Surveying Services Manager allocating building surveys across the team.
• To assist the Surveying Services Manager in relation to options appraisals/ regeneration opportunities.
  
  

Read on to fully understand what this job requires in terms of skills and experience If you are a good match, make an application.

To Be Successful In This Role You Should Have

• Professional Qualification (CIOB, RIBA, RICS) or equivalent surveying experience.
• A qualification in Building Surveying or Building Construction or Building Engineering (diploma, HNC, degree) with a minimum of five years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience carrying out a range of building surveys
• Experience working to KPIs and targets
• Experience managing project budgets and contract administration.
• Experience of effectively diagnosing defects especially in residential properties
• A methodical approach with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and numerical skills
• Excellent IT skills especially in Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with proprietary asset management software or CAD is desirable.
• Excellent customer service standards
• Excellent communication skills over the phone, by email or the written word.
• Experience working to timescales producing high quality documents and deliverables to meet our Customer Service Standards
• A full driving licence and vehicle, insured for business use, is required.
  
  

Our profits go into building more homes for people who need them and not in to paying dividends to shareholders. Does this appeal to you? Would you like to work for a great team, where you can add value and have a personal impact on the future success of our business? You could be a few clicks away from a rewarding career with us.

Work pattern: Mon-Fri 37 hrs p/w: 9-5.30pm Mon-Thurs, 9-5pm Fri with some flexibility.

Shortlisting will be conducted in line with the essential and desirable criteria set out in the person specification.

We will be reviewing applications throughout the campaign and may invite candidates to interview at any time, therefore reserve the right to close this role earlier than the published date should a suitable candidate be identified.

We are Paradigm Housing Group.

We manage more than 15,000 homes across the South East.

We know that house prices in the areas where we work are high, both to buy and rent. We want to help more people have a safe and sustainable home that they can afford.

As a charity, the money we make goes into building new homes and providing an excellent service for residents.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Non-profit Organization Management

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