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We have an exciting opportunity for a skilled Senior Building Surveyor to join our dynamic team, on a permanent, full-time basis.&nbsp;&nbsp;
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
<h3>About you...</h3>
A main part of your role will be focusing on the professional building surveying of the council's temporary accommodation stock. You will also oversee the day-to-day repairs, manage voids, ensure cyclical compliance and coordinate capital works and Disabled Facilities Grants (DFGs).
The Senior Building Surveyor will also be responsible for ensuring projects are effectively procured and that they meet statutory and legislative requirements, delivering value for money and adhering to our internal governance policies and procedures.&nbsp;
<h3>About the team...</h3>
Our dynamic Housing Management team provides an extensive and responsive property management service to homeless clients in temporary accommodation. As part of the Welfare and Housing service, our team collaborates closely to achieve the best outcomes and deliver a comprehensive service to those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. You will engage in varied and rewarding work every day, making a real difference in people’s lives.
<h3>Key responsibilities...</h3>






You will lead the preparation of specifications and contract conditions for tendering works. This includes coordinating with our main term contractor and service contractor for repairs and specialist projects.&nbsp;
You will inspect and assess repair requests, such as damp and mould, providing technical advice on solutions. You will also conduct property inspections to determine when components need replacement and advise regarding inclusion of works within Planned Maintenance Programmes.
You will undertake inspections relating to health and safety issues, noting any deviation from regulatory or legislative requirements or construction standards.






The Senior Building Surveyor will manage and monitor contractors and consultants, addressing any issues independently when standards are not met.
A main part of the role will also be the provision of technical approval for Disabled Facility Grant applications and oversee the associated works, including progress and final inspections.
<h3>Our benefits...</h3>
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<li>28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service.</li>
<li>The opportunity to buy up to 10 additional days* annual leave per year and sell 5 days.</li>
<li>Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Electric vehicle salary sacrifice for an electric car at a fixed monthly cost (subject to eligibility).</li>
<li>An inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Local government pension scheme.</li>
<li>Life insurance cover (linked to the pension scheme)</li>
<li>Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits such as annual leave entitlements, occupational maternity/paternity leave, and more. (Terms and Conditions apply – please refer to candidate pack for more information.)</li>
<li>Career development through internal and external training opportunities.&nbsp;</li>
<li>A great office location next to travel links and Bracknell Forest’s thriving town centre.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Sports and Social Club.</li>
<li>Staff dental and health plans.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Discounted leisure centre and gym membership.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Supermarket discount.&nbsp;</li>
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*(pro rata for part time)
<h3>Our values...</h3>
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us.&nbsp;Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities.&nbsp;We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.&nbsp;
<h3>Reasonable adjustments</h3>
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting <a href="mailto:recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk</a>.&nbsp;We will work with you to support you throughout the process.&nbsp;&nbsp;
<h3>Interview date...</h3>
Candidates will be shortlisted upon receipt of their application and we reserve the right to close the advert once a suitable candidate has been found. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Interviews will be held online via the Teams app. We reserve the right to amend this to in person interviews at our offices.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
<h3>Want to ask us a question...</h3>
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:&nbsp;
Name: Sarah Baynes
Job Title: Housing Resources Service Manager
Phone Number: 01344 351435
At Bracknell Forest we champion equality, diversity and inclusion. At Bracknell Forest Council, we are always learning, ambition and inclusive. Please see our candidate pack for more details.
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK. 
Candidates currently residing in the UK who require sponsorship to work are encouraged to assess their eligibility for a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) based on the relevant criteria. Please be aware that sponsorship availability varies and is subject to eligibility requirements and budget limitations. As a result, we cannot guarantee sponsorship for all roles and will evaluate sponsorship requests on a case-by-case basis.
No agencies please.&nbsp;

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About the Role and Our Ideal CandidateRole: Planned Works SurveyorBand: 5Salary: Up to £51,201 per annum with pay award pending, market supplement of £3883 to be paid upon successful completion of probation, and retention payments.&nbsp;Sutton Housing Partnership, (SHP) is an ALMO providing all housing services and works for Sutton Council’s c7,500 homes, (c6,000 tenanted, c1,500 leasehold).SHP is in the process of procuring several high profile ECO energy delivery projects that will vastly improve the quality and benefit our residents' homes. The improvements need to be delivered to tight deadlines and to a high quality managing the appointed supply chain on-site and completed to high contract management outturns.&nbsp;SHP is seeking to recruit a Planned Works Surveyor who will lead on delivery and implementation of planned/capital works.Key Responsibilities:<ul>
<li>Deliver specific building capital projects and programmes from inception through to completion, ensuring delivery on time, to budget and to the defined quality.</li>
<li>Maintain effective client relationships and appropriate communication with all stakeholders to ensure the client brief is adhered to.</li>
<li>Provide advice throughout all stages of the project from initiation, brief compilation, on the appropriate procurement strategy for individual projects and undertake the procurement of both consultants and contractors.</li>
<li>Lead, manage and motivate internal and external project teams through supporting, challenging and guiding the external project manager, to ensure project delivery on time, within budget and to the agreed brief.</li>
<li>Ensure that regular progress and financial reports are provided by the external project manager and/or the project cost consultant and monitor anticipated and actual costs against the agreed budget.</li>
<li>To adopt the latest construction materials and techniques when appropriate to ensure value for money throughout the construction phase.</li>
<li>Ensure that completed projects are handed over with the necessary documentation in place and undertake post project and post occupancy reviews are carried out to ensure continuous improvement in future projects.</li>
</ul>About You&nbsp;Experience:<ul>
<li>To be successful it is essential that you have experience of managing multiple projects, contractors and both internal and external stakeholders.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You should have a demonstrable experience of dealing with residential-type properties, social housing or housing associations, and be able to demonstrate your experience in these areas.&nbsp;</li>
<li>You will also need to have experience of managing internal teams and project managers.</li>
<li>Working knowledge of JCT / NEC form of contracts will also be a big plus point.</li>
<li>Understanding of construction stages such as RIBA stage 1 etc is also something the organisation will look for in the successful candidate.</li>
<li>Experience of large scale complex construction projects.</li>
<li>Experience of acting as a client project manager for construction projects.</li>
</ul>Qualifications:<ol>
<li>RICS, CIOB, Degree or HNC or relevant qualification and/or demonstrable experience in delivering capital investment projects</li>
<li>Ideally experience of working in partnership or for Social Housing Provider, with experience of managing works&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of managing JCT / NEC works contracts.</li>
<li>Demonstrable experience in developing capital works’ specifications to be used in the procurement of works.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li>
<li>Good understanding and experience of leasehold charging consultation, (Section 20) requirements for qualifying works.</li>
<li>Experience of managing building consultants engaged to work on capital investment projects.</li>
<li>A good understanding of traditional and modern construction practices, best practice, and associated Regulations.</li>
<li>Technical expertise to understand complex issues in construction, engineering and maintenance in the delivery of projects</li>
<li>Comprehensive knowledge of materials, trades, construction methods and legal/statutory requirements.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Experience of monitoring budgets and managing contractors</li>
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