Technical Surveyor

MMP Consultancy; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A consultancy firm is seeking a Technical Surveyor to oversee an investment programme in Westminster. You will lead the technical direction, ensure compliance with investment needs, and engage with various stakeholders to enhance service delivery. Responsibilities include reviewing business proposals, developing design standards, and maintaining project documentation, all while adhering to health and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in technical surveyor roles, particularly with local authorities.
• Ability to develop and maintain systems, processes, and documentation.
• Expertise in leading project execution plans and budget development.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Asset Strategy to technically challenge Client Briefs.
• Lead the development of Design Standards for building components.
• Contribute to the business's growth and compliance with standards.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Problem-solving

Stakeholder engagement

Budget management

Job description

Job Description

MMP Consultancy currently has an opportunity for a Technical Surveyor to join a local authority in Westminster. The role is a 6-9 month interim contract with a day rate of £400p/d Umbrella. Title: Technical Surveyor. Rate: £400p/d Umbrella. Location: Westminster, London.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Asset Strategy to technically challenge Client Briefs, ensuring they fulfil investment needs for properties in the Investment Programme while minimising variations and inefficiencies for Service Providers.
• Act as the technical lead for the development of Tasks within the Investment Programme, conducting objective appraisals of proposed solutions from Service Providers.
• Provide the Commissioning Manager with information for progress monitoring and to drive efficient delivery of the Investment Programme.
• Investigate and respond to technical requests for information from Service Providers, resolving identified problems within the Programme or individual Tasks.
• Lead the development and drafting of Design Standards for building components and innovative solutions, ensuring Value for Money for the Housing and Rental Authority (HRA) and Leaseholders.
• Collaborate with the Cost Planner to develop accurate budgets, ensuring prices follow the Price Framework and solutions are practical and fit for purpose.
• Review design works or applications for planning, building control, or listed building consents to confirm they meet Client Brief requirements and Partnering Agreements.
• Review Business case proposals to verify Service Provider cases reflect the Client Brief, comply with Partnering Agreement requirements, and that recommended specialists, subcontracts, or suppliers are suitable.
• Contribute to the business’s growth and improvement, positioning it to achieve strategic objectives.
• Develop and maintain systems, processes, and documentation for robust Client Briefs and Task Orders, minimizing risk.
• Provide information on Task Order progress from Asset Strategy to handover, taking actions to protect the Investment Programme and drive best value for leaseholders and HRA.
• Work with the Communications team to demonstrate continuous improvement and high‑quality customer focus.
• Contribute to Design Standards and Innovation Working Groups to improve ways of working and introduce consistency across the Property Services directorate.
• Engage stakeholders with Communications team and Service Providers, ensuring full consultation on progress and technical solutions for Tasks.
• Provide expert advice through technical knowledge and thorough analysis.
• Supply information and progress updates to the Commissioning Manager for accurate management information and guidance.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to understand risks and priorities for Tasks within the Programme.
• Mitigate risk to the Client, ensuring best outcomes for residents with minimal impact.
• Critically review content and strategy of draft Client Briefs, presenting recommendations and changes for approval before issuance to Service Providers.
• Challenge Project Execution Plans from Service Providers to ensure Task strategies comply with Client Brief and Partnering Agreement obligations; prepare responses and corrections for Programme Board review before Pre‑commencement Orders.
• Review surveys, specifications, programmes, and prices in Service Provider proposals to ensure compliance with strategy; prepare responses and corrections before Commencement Orders.
• Develop a common approach to strategy, programme, and design preparation for Tasks with Service Providers.
• Provide accurate management information for all pre‑commencement activities, highlight issues, engage stakeholders, and, when necessary, escale matters to the Commissioning Manager.
• Ensure thorough surveys are completed by Service Providers to support specifications, quantification, and business cases, documenting decisions for best practice evidence.
• Analyse Task and Programme risks, taking timely action to eliminate or mitigate them.
• Work with Client Representatives to ensure seamless hand‑over of schemes for delivery.
• Develop strategies, policies, and systems protecting the business and stakeholders.
• Ensure safe working practices for all on‑site and off‑site works, protecting staff, residents, and stakeholders.
• Ensure work complies with all current legislation and statutory requirements.
• Comply with the Health and Safety Policy and Arrangements.
• Encourage innovation, continuous improvement, and best practice sharing.
• Communicate effectively with residents about projects impacting their homes, representing the Council at resident meetings.
• Conduct employee appraisals and coach individuals to develop their needs.
• Collaborate across council staff to deliver corporate objectives and maintain effective relationships with residents and Ward Councillors.
• Comply with the Equalities Framework policy, supporting fair opportunities for all staff and understanding equality and diversity benefits.
• Review and challenge the Investment Programme (team responsibility through term contract), facilitating the issue of Pre‑commencement and Commencement Orders with an aggregate value of £30m per annum.