Opus People Solutions
Opus People Solutions are hiring for a Private Sector Housing Surveyor within a Local Authority client based in Northamptonshire.
The role is 37 hours per week, offering hybrid working and £35-40 per hour umbrella, with a contract length of 12 months+. Please see a high-level overview of what the position involves below:
- Assist the Disabled Facilities Grants Team in Private Sector Housing, with the survey, design and tender package for the operational delivery of mandatory adaptation grants
- Provide advice and support throughout the process to clients, contractors and Occupational Therapists
- Visit clients in their own homes to discuss their needs and advise on adaptations available to them in conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Service
- Survey, prepare technical schedules of work/specifications and drawings, as appropriate, taking into account the recommendations of the Occupational Therapist, as well as the client's own needs and wishes
- Liaise with external consultations, including architects, engineers, solicitors, banks, building societies, the Occupational Therapy Service, social workers and voluntary organisations where necessary to make timely progress with cases
- Obtain quotations from approved contractors and/or contractors requested by clients, complete evaluations and make recommendations accordingly
- Prepare files for tendering exercises and evaluate tenders where applicable
- Co-ordinate and submit applications for planning permission, building regulations approval and party wall where appropriate
The ideal candidate will have:
- A professional qualification in Building Studies/Construction
- Experience or awareness of building surveying/design or other housing/construction related fields
- Experience in case project management, supervising contracts for building works, involving preparation of technical specifications, interim payments, variations and final certifications
- Understanding of building construction, health and safety, and building control procedures.
- Awareness of procurement processes including arranging and supervising contracts
- Previous experience within Local Government
If this role is of interest to you, please submit a copy of your CV and a mobile number.
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