Building Surveyor

MMP Consultancy are currently seeking a Building Safety Manager for an interim position with a social housing organisation based in South London.

About the role

Job Title: Building Safety Manager
Salary: £350 per day
Location: South London (Hybrid Working)
Client: Social Housing Provider (TBC on application)

We are seeking a Building Safety Manager for a major landlord, the role will require someone who will take the lead on a patch of high-rise properties, make decisions based on the best practice and future proofing principles. Management of documentation, liaison with multiple internal teams and external contractors / consultants. Ensuring the compliance of all properties within the patch and any works are being managed appropriately.

Key Duties

• Effectively contribute to the wider Building Safety team to provide ongoing support to colleagues and others through the sharing of knowledge, experience and skills.
• Actively supervise the safe management of higher-risk residential buildings through an operational understanding of their construction, complexity, use, hazard profile and analysis of associated risk.
• Implement and maintain effective controls in respect of structural and fire safety ensuring that all life safety systems are effectively managed and maintained.
• Ensure that building safety information is current, available and in the required format to the London Fire Brigade and other regulatory, and professional agencies.
• Ensure that the resident engagement strategy is in place, that it has been communicated and understood by residents and that it is effectively applied to ensure that any safety concerns are recorded, reported, monitored, and tracked to their appropriate completion.
• Provide a frequent and visible presence within allocated buildings to offer professional, informed advice and support to residents, authorities, and other stakeholders on the fire safety strategy to ensure they are clearly defined, and understood as to responsibilities, decisions, and actions that individuals should an event occur.
• Ensure that regular inspections and monitoring activities are conducted to understand how residents are using the building.

Additional Requirements:

• LFB, Facilities Management or Surveying Background Preferred
• Building Pathology / Compliance Knowledge
• Resident Liaison skillset
• Building Safety knowledge

MMP Consultancy are seeking a Building Surveyor for a North London social housing organisation on an interim to permanent contract.

About the role

Title: Building Surveyor

Rate: £40 per hour (Inside IR35)

Client: North London Social Housing

Location: North West London Office / North London

Expenses: Business-related parking and mileage are paid.

Contract: Rolling Contract (Covering Permanent)

Vehicle: Requires Use of a Vehicle with Full UK licence

Hours: 37.5 hours

Key Duties:

* Excellent knowledge of all aspects of repairs and maintenance services in housing, to include building regulations, legislation, health & safety, best practice, and Schedule of rate codes (SOR).

* HHSRS and General damp, structural and building diagnostic knowledge (minimum 5 years).

Damp works will be in scope with planned programme as separate Repairs team is looking after generic damp and mould queries and applications.

* Carry out inspections on their own to diagnose findings.

* Carry our daily re-booked inspections, report back, raise orders and issues work via own DLO or supply cains to suit findings.

* Manage the delivery of Planned repair works - identifying repairs, faults and issues , scoping and raising specifications, technical advice, monitoring progress on and off-site, raising orders and approving/rejecting variations on SOR codes, undertaking pre, mid and post-inspections, managing work in progress (WIP), expenditure and key performance indicators (KPIs) within agreed parameters.

* Prepare and provide specifications for quotations on works that sit outside of the current schedule of rate codes (SOR).

* Manage a team of sub-contractors and operatives, overseeing their performance, inspecting their work, and providing accurate technical advice to resolve day-to-day issues.

Experience Required:

* IT experience of the use of computer, tablet, and PDA.

* Excellent customer service.

* Strong inter-personal organisational skills, with the ability to manage priorities.

* Self-motivated, ownership of works with can do attitude.

* Relationship Builder.

* Excellent customer service.

MMP Consultancy are seeking a Senior Project Manager with a North London organisation, the role will pay circa £585 per day LTD.

About the role

Title: Senior Project Manager
Rate: £585 day (Inside IR35) neg.
Client: Local Authority
Location: North London
Contract: 9 months min.
Hybrid: 4 days per week (1-2 days on site, 1 day in office)
Attendance of weekly and monthly meetings, in person.

Key Duties:

• Lead and project manage a portfolio of major capital investments works to Haringey council's housing stock, ensuring successful delivery and that contract conditions are complied with, that budgets and timetables are adhered, that high-quality standards and value for money are provided and that statutory, regulatory and Council requirements are always delivered.
• Lead a team of project managers and consultants responsible for the delivery of a range of projects within the housing capital investment programme of up to £20m p.a. Provide effective leadership, support and motivation and ensure the team are recruited, trained, managed, appraised and developed in accordance with internal and statutory procedures in an effective and sensitive manner.
• Accountable for the successful delivery of all projects within your portfolio, monitoring project performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), project spend and other management and project information and prepare regular, ad-hoc and end of year reports for project and Asset Management teams, boards, senior managers and others and attend board and committee meetings as required.
• Ensure high standards of project administration are always maintained, that comprehensive, accurate, up to date project documents are maintained to the required standards on all projects managed by the team including but not limited to project documentation, project budgets and project cash flow forecasts.
• Lead on the development and delivery of all projects related resident engagement and communication plans, achieve high levels of resident satisfaction and attend resident meetings and liaise with individual residents ensuring that residents are kept fully always informed.
• Proactively collaborate closely with colleagues across Housing and the Council, members, internal and external stakeholders to ensure a holistic approach to the delivery of works and services to residents and that the interests of the council and of residents are protected.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements, contractual requirements, quality standards and Council governance policies, processes and procedures always and that there are robust monitoring and change control mechanisms are in place.
• Manage and take responsibility for the resolution of members enquiries, complaints, ombudsman enquiries, freedom of information, data protection issues and leaseholder and tenant requests.
• Ensure compliance with all leaseholder legislation, produce detailed Section 20 notices for the works that will be undertaken, ensure leaseholder consultation is effectively managed.
• Lead on the contract management and procurement of works and services contracts to support the delivery of the Housing capital investment programme, implement a robust contract management framework and resolve any contractual and legal disputes and ensure value for money at all times.

Key Skills:

Project management - evaluate effectiveness of contracts and consultants used and make recommendations or changes as required.
Procurement - Use of tendering, framework and partnering contracts, framework consultants and full OJEU (where applicable) procedures and to lead groups to achieve efficiency and cost improvements.
Contract management - oversee contracts and procurement processes, ensuring all works are delivered in line with agreed terms and conditions. Manage Quality Control issues in consultation with sub consultants and make appropriate recommendations for change.
Budget control - develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective solutions and financial accountability.
Internal and external stakeholder engagement - liaise with residents, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and successful project outcomes. Lead/attend meetings with stakeholders as appropriate, preparing briefing notes, presentations or reports as appropriate.
Health and Safety - oversee health & safety compliance on all projects, implementing best practice and risk management strategies.
Reporting - provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project progress, risks, and performance.

Experience / Qualifications:

* Extensive knowledge of the capital projects industry within social housing.
* Building background with a suitable qualification or demonstrated experience.
* Communication skills that will enable consistent and quality communication between staff, contractors and potentially residents.
* Strong organisational skills to ensure that appointments are met, orders are raised, and work is scheduled efficiently.
* IT knowledge and experience, with demonstrated background in raising orders, checking repair order histories and basic skills in Microsoft packages.
* Use of appraisal system desirable.

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for an Aids & Adaptations Surveyor to join a local authority based in Westminster. My client are paying a rate of £37.79p/h Umbrella.

About the Role

My client is looking for a skilled and dedicated Technical Officer to join our team. This role is essential in delivering high-quality adaptations and improvements for older, disabled, and vulnerable residents, ensuring they can live comfortably and safely in their homes.

Reporting to the , you will work on a hybrid basis, combining office-based, home, and on-site work. You will play a vital role in designing, commissioning, and supervising works that directly impact the quality of life for residents.

This position is pivotal in supporting our mission to provide a responsive and efficient service for residents in need of home adaptations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Undertake design, tendering, commissioning, and supervision of home improvement works for older, disabled, or vulnerable individuals.
• Conduct detailed property surveys to assess and agree on technical feasibility and cost-effective solutions for adaptation schemes.
• Maintain and review a list of approved contractors and develop framework agreements, ensuring value for money and adherence to policies.
• Seek and evaluate competitive tenders for building works, provide instructions to contractors, and monitor progress to ensure high standards.
• Regularly communicate with service users and partners, ensuring they are informed and involved in all decisions.
• Manage the delivery of adaptation work, including coordination with contractors, inspecting works, and ensuring timely completion.

Key Competencies

We are looking for a candidate who:

Communicates Effectively: Demonstrates the ability to convey complex information in a way that is meaningful and easily understood by vulnerable individuals. Is Self-Motivated and Organized: Takes initiative, manages their workload efficiently, and embraces continuous learning.

Manages Time Effectively:

Prioritizes tasks and maintains a strong commitment to established processes.

Shows Flexibility: Adopts a flexible approach to work, taking responsibility for agreed tasks in collaboration with the team manager.

Solves Problems Proactively: Identifies challenges, collaborates with the team manager, implements agreed actions, and evaluates outcomes.

Title: Aids & Adaptations Surveyor

Day Rate: £37.79p/h Umbrella

Location: Westminster, London

Compliance Officer (Fire Safety)

Location: London
Salary: £24 per hour (Umbrella)
Contract Type: Temporary

About the Role
We are working with a housing association based in London to recruit a Compliance Officer specialising in fire safety. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with strong data management and contract administration skills to support the organisation's fire safety compliance efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in managing compliance with fire safety regulations, including Active Fire Safety, AOV systems, Alarm Systems, Emergency Lighting, and Evacuation Systems.
• Oversee the administration and coordination of fire safety contracts, ensuring all contractor obligations are met.
• Maintain and update compliance databases, ensuring accuracy and completeness of information.
• Upload fire safety certificates and other essential documents into the database.
• Book orders and schedule appointments with contractors and residents.
• Communicate with contractors and residents to resolve access issues and ensure timely completion of fire safety work.
• Support the Compliance Team in monitoring contractor performance and compliance with service level agreements.
• Support ongoing compliance projects and contribute to improving fire safety procedures.
• Use Microsoft Dynamic 365 for data management and administrative tasks.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Experience in compliance or contract administration, preferably within a social housing environment.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
• Experience working with fire safety compliance processes (desirable but not essential to be technically qualified).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills to coordinate with contractors and residents.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamic 365 is a plus.

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Building Safety Manager to work with a local authority based in Westminster. This in an interim position paying £400-450p/d Umbrella.

This role will include hybrid working with an expectation of 3 days p/w in the borough.

About the Role

My client is looking for a skilled and experienced Building Safety Manager to lead the compliance and safety efforts for the council's high-risk residential buildings. This pivotal role supports the Principal Building Safety Manager in ensuring adherence to the Building Safety Act 2022 and fostering a strong culture of building safety across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare and submit Building Assessment Certificate (BAC) applications for my clients high-risk buildings.

Act as the primary liaison with the Building Safety Regulator and other key stakeholders.

Collaborate with internal council teams, contractors, and consultants to ensure compliance.

Work closely with the Fire Safety Team to maintain safety across all high-risk buildings.

Support the Development Team in maintaining the Golden Thread of Information for new high-risk buildings.

Conduct detailed building inspections, identifying risks and recommending improvements.

Oversee the production of client briefs for fire improvement works resulting from building safety inspections.

Provide expert advice to internal departments on building safety policies and procedures, fostering a culture of compliance.

Support building control, planning, and listed building consent processes as required.

Engage with residents in high-risk buildings to promote safety awareness and transparency.

Key Deliverables:

Produce comprehensive building safety case reports to support BAC applications.

Deliver accurate and timely updates to the Principal Building Safety Manager.

Ensure building risks and remedial actions are clearly communicated across the organization.

Requirements:

In-depth knowledge of the Building Safety Act 2022, Fire Safety Act 2021, and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.

Experience in residential building management, operations, and construction projects.

Strong understanding of legislation applicable to residential buildings and construction activities. Proven track record in delivering customer satisfaction in a local government setting.

Expertise in using compliance software and preparing detailed reports.

Demonstrable experience liaising with residents, leaseholders, and stakeholders.

Excellent communication skills with attention to detail and a solutions-focused approach.

Title: Building Safety Manager

Day Rate: £400-450p/d Umbrella

Location: Westminster, London