Job Description
Job Title: Technical Officer (Adaptations Surveyor)Location: Llanelli - Carmarthenshire Contract: Temporary Contract with Permanent Contract opportunity Hours: 37 per weekRate: £19.41 - £24.44 per hour (negotiable) Salary: £33,024 - £37,336 BRC are working with a charity based around South Wales who are looking for a Technical Officer (Adaptations Surveyor) to join their Property Services team on a temporary contract basis. This job also has permanent prospects. This is a fundamental role that encompasses providing comprehensive building knowledge to help change the lives of the tenants. Main Duties:
1. To provide technical advice and assistance to enable older and disabled clients to choose appropriate solutions in order for them to remain in their own homes in comfort, safety and security.
2. To monitor on site work and be responsible for assessing progress, quality assurance, health & safety compliance; approving & assessing contractor risk assessments and method statements; and the processing of relevant on site procedures from the pre-contract meeting to completion and final accounts.
3. On the client’s instruction to provide specifications, schedules & drawings and to liaise with professional consultants etc. in connection with repairs, adaptations and improvements to their property.
4. To obtain estimates/tenders from approved contractors for works etc. and arrange for instructions to be given to contractors.
5. To liaise with the client and owners of any adjoining properties and ensure that all appropriate documentation has been completed where required in accordance with the Party Wall Act.
6. To carry out and administer pre-contract meetings and ensure all contract documentation is completed and the client is duly informed of all issues relating to the proposed building works.
7. To process on site variations and interim payments and compile final accounts.
8. To produce Health & Safety Files and contribute to complying with Construction Design Management regulations in the delivery of the technical service from pre contract meetings to onsite works.
9. To liaise, as required, with statutory bodies, utility companies and other professional agencies in the course of undertaking technical duties.
10. To take the initiative in resolving problems within all aspects of the technical process.
11. To complete progress reports for onsite schemes.
12. To take off quantities from prepared drawings & compile specifications, for ramp schemes, new build, adaptations and dilapidation works.
13. To remain informed of current developments in building construction-- particularly in relation to Building Control legislation and to inform other members of staff as required.
14. To demonstrate ongoing professional development in order to respond to new challenges encountered by the technical team as the Agency seeks to improve and expand its service.
15. To assist the Senior Technical Officer in the running of the Agency’s Technical Services and provide temporary cover in the senior role in their absence.
The successful candidate will have:
* Educated to minimum HNC/HND standard in a building related field.
* Knowledge & experience of domestic building construction.
* Knowledge & experience of surveying domestic properties & producing diagnostic solutions.
* Experience of liaising with contractors and site supervision.
* Experience of using computerised systems.
* Awareness of Health & Safety Regulations.
* Knowledge of Building Control, Planning and other statutory regulations relating to construction.
* Knowledge of Contract Administration.
* Knowledge of Construction Design Management Regulations and their application.
* Ability to draw construction plans and designs.
* Ability to use AutoCAD
* Ability to cost items of work and draw up basic schedules.
* Ability to monitor quality of adaptation and building works as well as minor repairs.
* Ability to organise and prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
* Ability to communicate effectively.
* Ability to negotiate and influence decisions.
* Ability to work on own initiative.
* Ability to manage and work as part of a team.
* Ability to work under pressure.
* Ability to deal with challenging situations with tact and diplomacy.
* Ability to be flexible and adaptable.
Additional Information:
* Hybrid working options – home, office, and site.
* Equipment will be provided.
* Must have a full UK driving license and access to a car for work.
To apply, please submit your CV outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to We will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.