Job Title: Disrepair Building Surveyor
Location: Yeovil Hybrid: Working

Job Purpose:
The Disrepair Building Surveyor is responsible for managing and progressing repairs on disrepair claims through to completion. This role involves conducting pre-work surveys, reviewing expert reports, and creating job specifications for necessary repairs. The surveyor ensures that all work is completed in a timely and effective manner to prevent unnecessary financial loss and to maintain the quality of housing stock.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct pre-inspections and building surveys to identify defects and prepare detailed reports and specifications.
• Review expert reports and disrepair letters of claim.
• Create job specifications using Schedule of Rates (SOR) codes for repairs to be carried out by contractors.
• Monitor and liaise with repair contractors to ensure timely and effective completion of works.
• Provide technical expertise and advice to staff and stakeholders regarding cost-effective repairs and maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including Section 11 and Environmental Protection Act claims.
• Conduct post-inspections to ensure the quality and completeness of repair works.
• Collaborate with Disrepair Case Officers and other departments to ensure seamless service delivery.
• Apply safeguarding principles when visiting residents' homes, reporting any concerns about vulnerable residents to appropriate authorities.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Degree in Building Surveying or a related field.
• Professional membership with RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or equivalent proffered not essential.
• Extensive experience in building surveying, particularly in managing disrepair, damp & mould, repair projects.
• Strong knowledge of building construction, defects diagnosis, and repair techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.
• Proficiency in using relevant software and tools for surveying and reporting.

Benefits Competitive Salary unto £47,000
Company vehicle
26 days annual leave plus the ability to buy and sell holiday dates
Competitive pension contribution.

What to do next
If you are a well-rounded/experienced building surveyor who is looking for new challenges within the Southwest, apply online today, or reach out to Alexander Craib or Tom Yeo at Hays for a confidential conversation. -

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