Technical Surveyor (Interim)
Location: London
Rate: £328 per hour (Umbrella)
A London Local Authority is seeking an experienced Interim Technical Surveyor to provide technical leadership across its housing Investment Programme. Reporting to the Commissioning Manager, you will lead pre-construction design and technical appraisals within a term partnering arrangement, ensuring Tasks and Task Orders deliver compliance, value for money and reduced risk for the HRA and leaseholders.
Key responsibilities:
Technically challenge Client Briefs and Service Provider proposals to ensure alignment with investment needs and Partnering Agreement requirements
Act as technical lead for the development and appraisal of Tasks, designs and Project Execution Plans
Review surveys, specifications, programmes, prices and consent applications (planning, building control, listed buildings)
Support accurate budget development, cost awareness and value engineering with Cost Planners
Manage and resolve technical RFIs and risks, escalating where required
Develop and maintain design standards, systems and documentation to improve consistency and efficiency
Provide clear management information and progress updates through pre-commencement to handover
Work collaboratively with internal teams, Service Providers and stakeholders to ensure best outcomes for residents
About you:
Strong technical surveying background within housing or property investment programmes
Proven experience working in partnered/term contracts and pre-construction environments
Excellent stakeholder management, risk management and value-for-money focus
Confident technical adviser able to challenge, influence and drive quality outcomes