Building Surveyor (Legal Disrepair)

Good Afternoon,

I am currently representingIslington Council, who are offering an initial temporary contract for a period of 3-6 months with a view to be extended or offered a permanent position for the right candidate at a rate which is negotiable dependent upon experience

We are looking for a Building Surveyor (Legal Disrepair) this role will be: N7 9QH

The right candidate will:

Legal Repairs Surveyors will be responsible for overseeing an individual case load consisting of live disrepair claims, party wall awards, repair diagnostic cases and referrals from repairs teams. Surveyors will also be required to undertake training and acting in an advisory capacity for colleagues in the Technical Quality team, and will from time to time be required to give expert evidence in court.

• Carry out site inspections and investigations, as necessary to produce detailed specifications of works using the national schedule of rates and composite values. Prepare estimates, feasibility studies, plans, sketches and drawings as may be necessary.
• As and when required provide technical support/advice to colleagues and give evidence in court as an expert witness.
• Assist the Senior Legal Repair Surveyor in the development of policies and procedures for the team.
• Work independently and manage a variable caseload.
• Be proficient in the correct diagnosis of building failures and to this end be competent in the use of devices, aids and instruments for the purpose of making assessments and diagnoses.
• Undertake quality assurance checks as and when required on repairs ordered and paid for by the Legal Repairs team.

We require the following:

• Experience managing legal disrepair cases
• Ideally have a surveying qualification (not essential)
• Good understanding of damp and structural issues
• Social housing experience (not essential)

To discuss this opportunity further please send over an up-to-date CV and give me a call on (phone number removed)

If you know someone who would be a good fit for the role, please send over their contact details and get in touch, as we do offer a generous referral fee.

IF THIS ROLE IS NOT APPLICABLE TO YOU, BUT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR ROLE, PLEASE SEND OVER YOUR CV AND I WILL CHECK WHAT ROLES I HAVE AVAILABLE.

Look forward to speaking with you soon,