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JOB TITLE:       Disrepair Surveying Manager




LOCATION:     Eastleigh


 


SALARY:           £63,584 per annum plus comprehensive benefits




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The Employer:
We are looking to fill the role of a Disrepair Surveying Manager within a housing environment, Our client is one of the largest Social Housing providers in the South of England, they are ambitious and have a huge 5 year plan which we are seeking a DSM to assist with, their main aim is to create a sustainable future for social housing, building new homes and investing in existing ones creating vibrant, thriving communities.





The Role:


 

• Leading a team of Surveyors, and to be the technical expert in all property related surveying duties, providing expert knowledge of all policies, legislation & regulations, across the business e.g. Planning permission, Building Regs, Asbestos regulations.
• Ability to prepare an inspection report that complies with Part 35 of the Civil Procedure Rules. Attending court as an expert witness in legal disrepair matters. To provide a strong knowledgeable explanation of the inspection reports.
• Stay informed about changes in legislation and industry standards affecting social housing landlords. Disseminating any change to ensure all inspections and works are undertaken to the appropriate standards through to completion; to the wider surveying function.
• Lead and manage the wider surveying team; to ensure all inspections and works are undertaken to the appropriate standards through to completion developing the team to enhance their knowledge and skills to undertake the required works .
• Ensure that the quality of our assets are maintained and improved in accordance with all business strategies. Through oversight of all surveying inspections including, technical defects which would include a full Housing Conditions reports.
• Undertake escalated project management of complex property issues, disputes, disrepair or complaints as required to include producing technical reports and / or specifications to bring the property back to a decent home standard. To include minor and major adaptations works.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to build strong relationships, to respond to feedback and to develop and initiate change and improvements to the service.
• Ensure that all services are being delivered with an eye to efficiency ensuring value for money along with taking active steps to reduce the organisations carbon footprint both within the business and our supply chains.
• Undertake any other duties commensurate with the role

The Candidate needs:

• Relevant degree or HND / HNC level in Building Surveying or equivalent construction related qualification.
• Demonstrable experience of being an expert witness in legal disrepair matters.
• RICS qualified or relevant extensive experience related to legal disrepair management and Environment Health Officer.
• Fully conversant with Housing Health and Safety Rating System and requisite legislation.
• Proven knowledge and experience in building maintenance and/or building

surveying.

• Demonstrable ability to diagnose a wide range of complex maintenance issues.
• Demonstrate excellent standards of customer services and effective interpersonal skills.
• Possess a commercially astute approach with a focus on obtaining value for money.
• Good understanding of the usual Microsoft Office software as well as an appreciation of the opportunities presented by software designed specifically for maintenance management.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport with appropriate business insurance

SUMMARY:

This is a Permanent, full time role, working a 40 hour week over 5 days.
The role requires a satisfactory Basic DBS check.

INTERVIEW:

The client is keen to fill this role quickly so if it is of interest, don’t delay in sending your CV over to us so we can put your name forward for interview stage.

Call Carol at RGB Recruitment