Building Surveyor - Diagnostics (PO7)
London Borough of Islington
Who You Are
You are an experienced professional with a strong background in building surveying and diagnostics, familiar with assessing and managing building defects. You are knowledgeable about relevant legislation and have experience dealing with tenant and leaseholder queries. You excel in customer service, provide thorough inspection reports, and are skilled in managing multiple cases, such as insurance claims and structural failures. You are committed to ensuring high-quality service and adherence to Equal Opportunities policies.
What the Job Involves
This role involves conducting building inspections to diagnose issues, preparing technical reports for various stakeholders, and managing subsidence, structural failures, and insurance cases. You will assist in developing repair policies and perform quality assurance on projects. In addition, you will handle alteration requests, advise on system developments, manage project budgets, and liaise with external consultants. Ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations and promoting best practices aligned with the Council’s service delivery commitment is crucial. The job may require attending meetings outside of normal working hours and dealing with customer queries professionally.
Skills
- Building inspection and diagnostics
- Report writing and presentation
- Project and budget management
- Knowledge of Building Regulations and legislation
- Customer service excellence
- Use of housing federation schedule of rates
- Quality assurance
- Procurement and tendering
- Strong communication skills
- Commitment to Equal Opportunities