Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
24 Jan, 25
Salary
39248.0
Posted On
25 Oct, 24
Experience
0 year(s) or above
Remote Job
No
Telecommute
No
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Surveying, Flexible Approach, Spreadsheets, Refurbishments, Interrogation, Technical Requirements, Programmes, Extensions, Utilities, Databases, Cdm Regulations, Renewals, Training, Communication Skills, Construction Drawings, External Agencies
Industry
Construction
REQUIREMENTS
To help in the delivery of this new team, we are looking for a technically knowledgeable individual who is enthusiastic and has the ability to communicate on a number of different levels.
You must hold an HNC or equivalent in a property, surveying or construction industry discipline or equivalent, and must have a minimum of two year’s post-qualification experience in a construction field. Given the focus of the post, you should have an awareness and understanding of CDM Regulations and undertake training to carry out the role of Principal Designer on improvements projects.
We are looking for someone who has the ability to manage small scale construction or housing improvements projects, e.g., adaptations, extensions, refurbishments and renewals.
You must have a strong working knowledge of the current Building Regulations and be able to apply this when considering the technical requirements for a project, both in the preparation of Building Warrant and construction drawings and when managing a project onsite.
We are looking for someone who is computer literate, preferably with IT skills that enable the use and interrogation of databases effectively and the ability to design spreadsheets to report statistical information for financial and performance monitoring. As the post holder requires to prepare technical drawings the post holder must have experiences of translating survey drawings into detailed AutoCAD drawings suitable for Building Warrant applications.
You must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and be able to communicate key ideas, project overviews and updates which can be easily understood at all levels. You must be able to establish and maintain effective networks with internal and external contacts to ensure success of your projects.
You must also be able to engage, communicate and consult with tenants and other customers on improvement and modernisation projects and liaise with other Council services, utilities and external agencies.
You must be adaptable to change and have a flexible approach to achieving the overall aim of a project. You also must be well organised, with the ability to manage projects and programmes effectively and produce accurate, high-quality work to tight timescales. You must also have the ability to conduct effective contractor technical and progress meetings. We are looking for a good team player who understands the need to work collaboratively with colleagues and external partners and recognises and values other people’s strengths. You must however be able to work on your own initiative with minimal supervision and be capable of prioritising your own and others workload in order to meet deadlines.
Importantly, you should have a non-judgemental attitude, be empathetic and sensitive to tenants and resident needs.
You should be able to drive and hold a clean, current driving licence.
To support and deliver on the role and remit of this post, the key areas of focus will be to: