Role: Senior Building Surveyor/Contract Administrator (Associate Designate) – (JPC-111)
Location: London
Sector: Public & Private Sector Consultancy
Salary: £65,000 - £80,000
Overview
Manage and deliver a capital works programme for a local authority. Manage a small team interacting with other disciplines both internally and externally. Some experience in external wall fire remediation would be advantageous.
Skills, Knowledge, Understanding and Learning
* Bachelor’s degree in Building Surveying or construction related field.
* Relevant professional qualifications and memberships (e.g. RICS).
* Comprehensive knowledge of Building Regulations and Fire Safety legislation in England.
* Building pathology experience is essential.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to produce clear and concise reports.
* Management of junior and assistant surveying resource.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Building Inspections
* Conduct detailed inspections of residential, educational or healthcare buildings, emphasising the identification and documentation of defects and structural issues. Support more junior resource where applicable.
* Leverage building pathology expertise to identify apparent and potential defects in residential properties.
Defect Analysis and Remedial Solutions
* Articulate and explain various types of defects found in a variety of buildings, providing comprehensive reports with clear insights and recommended remedial solutions.
Communication and Client Interaction
* Professionally engage with clients, demonstrating clear and articulate communication when explaining complex defects and proposed solutions.
* Manage relationships with clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring their understanding and satisfaction with the inspection and reporting process.
Pre-Contract Procedures and Administration
* Assist with/organising all pre-contract investigations, scoping surveys and other due diligence issues required by Clients, including sustainability issues.
* Assist in production of the Project Execution Plan.
* Chair and minute pre-contract meetings; immediate issue of minutes to all relevant parties.
* Project manages where applicable other consultants on behalf of client.
* Resident liaison.
* Assist to prepare detailed specifications of works, performance specifications and where applicable building regulations and contract drawings.
* Amend contracts, prepare Build Agreements and JCT contracts.
* Tendering (single & 2-stage PCSA) including procurement analysis and reporting.
* Prepare and issue Contract documents.
* Ensure the appropriate stage invoices are issued.
* Use of NBS specification writing.
* Production of progress reports to clients.
Post Contract Procedures and Administration
* Attend and minute client meetings, immediate issue to all relevant parties.
* Manage site inspections, reporting of same.
* Ensure sign off of relevant instructions, certificates, reports and notices.
* Oversee contractor payment applications and advise client on cash-flow forecast.
* Co-ordinate management of projects as a whole, ensuring timely and satisfactory delivery to Clients.
* Prepare Final Accounts (claims where applicable) and issue final statements.
* Support junior members of the team.
Contract Administration/Project Management
* Independently manage workload to meet fee targets, ensuring timely completion of inspections, reports and any necessary remedial works mainly for high rise buildings.
* Prioritise tasks efficiently, handling multiple projects simultaneously and within a team.
Driving and Mobility
* Possess a valid UK driving License as the role may involve frequent travel to various sites for inspections.
Technical Competence and Building Pathology
* Assess the quality and cause/effect of building defects, particularly in the context of domestic structures.
* Utilise knowledge of building pathology to enhance the depth of defect analysis.
Clients
* Freeholders
* Building Managers
* Developers
* Public Sector
* Housing Associations
* PFI Managers
Rewards and Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Discretionary bonus incentive
* Pension contributions
* Private medical insurance
* 28 days holiday (incl. Bank Holidays)
* 3-4 days during Christmas period (at Directors discretion)
* 1 day off for birthday
* Professional fees