Building surveyor

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Building Surveyor to join a local authority based in the West Midlands. This will be an Interim position 3-6 months paying GBP30-GBP35 P/H Umbrella. The Role: The Building Surveyor will assist the Senior Building surveyors in the effective management and delivery of Building projects on Council managed properties including operation, non-operational buildings, investment land and buildings. The Post holder will deliver safe and efficient working environment of Employees, clients, suppliers, contractors and members of the public. The post holder will support the Council #39;s aims in respect of revenue generating development, investment and acquisition. To assist with surveys and the production of reports for other services and departments and team records. Job Purpose: To prepare detailed scheme designs with costing, through feasibility and programme delivery, to completion of projects. Specification of works including organisation of documents for tender / quotation and advising on appointment of contractors, designers and procurement routes. To include preparation of designs / drawings using AutoCAD. Advise on the maintenance and supervision of the maintenance of building by providing technical support to Facilities Officers, determining the condition of existing buildings, identify and analysing defects including proposals for repair. To assist the Senior Building Surveyor with the effectively manage of the Condition Survey data base. To carry out cyclical condition surveys of Public Buildings preparing condition reports and update database as works are completed and to assist in the preparation on planned maintenance programme. To assist the Senior Building Surveyors and Technical Officers to deal with #39;NatFed SOR #39;s #39; accounting on construction projects and with interim and final accounts with contractors, suppliers and consultants including the resolution of contractual claims and settlement of contracts. To assist the Surveyors Senior Surveyors to prepare estimates, cost plans, bills of quantities, specifications and schedule of rates for planned maintenance, improvements, voids works and maintenance work. To assist the Senior Building Surveyor and Technical Officers carry out financial checks on completed Repairs as required, and check compliance with RBC #39;s policies and procedures. To assist the Property Services Manager and Senior Building Surveyors to undertake analysis of the performance of suppliers and contractors during the contract stage and following contract completion. Check compliance with contract terms and conditions and legal and regulatory requirements. To maintain excellent communication with customers and my clients staff and to ensure the highest possible standards of repairs and excellent customer service are achieved within set budget parameters. To carry out pre and post inspections of void properties and capital and planned programmes. To monitor and supervise contractors to ensure an effective and efficient delivery of work/contract To prepare and present regular progress and performance of contracts following monthly contract meetings Advise on Energy efficiency, environmental impact and sustainable construction Instructing on the preservation and conservation of Historic buildings and structures Dealing with planning applications and advising on property Legislation and building regulations Assessing and designing buildings to meet the needs of people with disabilities To prepare / collate and implement documentation to ensure works are undertaken in accordance with statutory regulations such as CDM, COSHH To ensure compliance with all statutory requirements and respond quickly to actions arising from the Councils Legal Obligations. To maintain an awareness and knowledge of changes in legislation that may affect schemes of work i.e. Health and Safety , Building Regulations, Asbestos Awareness , case Law Undertake specific and non-routine administrative and clerical duties for collection of data, inspections as required. To undertake such other duties commensurate with the experience of the post holder and the grading of the post, as determined by the Property Services Manager Title: Building Surveyor Salary: GBP30-GBP35 P/H Umbrella Location: West Midlands