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Paolo Moraldo Divisional Manager – Asset Management, Property Services & Compliance
Job Description
MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a DFG Surveyor to join a local authority based in Westminster. This will be an interim position paying £37.79p/h Umbrella.
Location: Westminster, London (Hybrid Working) HIA Surveyor
About the Role
Westminster City Council is looking for a skilled and dedicated Surveyor 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: DFG Surveyor
Salary: £37.79p/h Umbrella
Location: Westminster, London
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