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Maintenance Surveyor

Up to £35 per hour Umbrella
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Divisional Manager – Asset Management, Property Services & Compliance

Paolo Moraldo

Job Description

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Maintenance Surveyor to join a Housing Association. This will be an interim position paying £35p/h Umbrella.

This will be a 6-9 months interim contract which will involve working in a patch primarily across Kent and south of the M25.

This will be a 100% remote working role.


Key Duties

  • Responsible for pre/post-inspection and reports for responsive repairs, void works and cyclical repairs within the relevant area of operation, consulting and engaging with customers, leaseholders and with internal and external stakeholders in the region. Ensure the highest customer standards of delivery are achieved, minimal defects, and a high level of customer satisfaction is achieved. Effectively managing the performance and on site progress of Clarion's Contractors ensuring that works are delivered on time, to a regional budget of £10m, to quality standards and achieve value for money in line with all relevant statutory regulations and compliance
  • Deliver an effective & efficient Repairs & Maintenance service at an operational level to include a regionally based professional surveying service, disrepair works, Major/Complex Works, FRA, responsive repairs, voids and aids and adaptations.
  • Prepare and carry out diagnostic inspections, surveys & technical reports in accordance with Group practice. Providing accurate technical advice with competent & thorough surveys/post-inspections.
  • Identifies and manages insurance claims ensuring most economically advantageous outcome for the organisation. To include, property inspections, managing decants, liaising with loss adjusters/insurance team.
  • Technical lead within the Housing team during the handover of any new developments to ensure quality control through to completion and the end of defects.
  • Effective and efficiently control budgetary spend of approx. £2m within individual area of operation, ensuring revenue and capital spend are recorded accurately. Review invoices and requests for payment from contractors, challenge and resolve submissions where required.
  • Deliver and effectively manage legal disrepair claims and Environmental Health Orders in line with group process and provide detailed reports, and manage complex repairs to an agreed outcome to protect Clarion interests. Ensure effective liaison with in-house service provider, M&E contractors and external sub-contractor staff to ensure the delivery of a top quartile service in line with industry standards, schedule of Rates, operational regulatory framework, health & safety (including asbestos)
  • Management and coordination of empty properties to ensure minimal rental loss and maximum return. Carry out major void inspections, ensuring void works are completed to Clarion lettable standard against key performance indicators and providing detailed costing for the Options Appraisal's.
  • Ensure delivery of all works in line with all compliance requirements and promotion of the organisation's Health & Safety policy and legislation, all personal risk assessments completed/reviewed and relevant action taken to mitigate risk.
  • Maintaining excellent customer satisfaction by taking ownership and demonstrating proactive collaborative working with repairs providers

Title: Maintenance Surveyor

Rate: £35p/h Umbrella

Location: South of M25 up to Kent

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list Multi Trade Carpenter

Up to £25 per hour

MMP is currently recruiting for a Multi Trade Carpenter to join a Social Housing contractor based in South and North London on a temporary to permanent basis, offering £25.89 p/h Umbrella Van & Fuel Card

The successful Trades Operative will be required too:

  • Complete repairs and maintenance within occupied and void properties as well as associated works
  • Be customer focused
  • Work towards tight deadlines
  • Have social housing experience


Pay Rate:

  • £25.89ph (Umbrella)


Hours:

  • 39 hours per week (Mon to Fri)


Qualifications Required:

  • Recognised trade qualification i.e. City and Guilds/ NVQ (certificate must be available to provide)
  • Asbestos Awareness (may be completed anytime prior to start date)
  • Basic DBS Check


You will be supplied with:

  • A van (Full UK Manual Driving License Required, maximum 6 points)
  • Fuel card
  • PDA System

list Senior Project Manager

Up to £585 per day Inside IR35

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.

list Building Surveyor

£50000.00 - £52000 per annum

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Building Surveyor to join a local authority based in South London on a permanent contract - £50,000 to £52,000 per annum.

About the role

Title: Building Surveyor
Rate: £50,000 to £52,000 per annum.
Client: Local Authority
Contract: Permanent
Location: South London, Lewisham Council.

Key Duties:

We are seeking up to 7 experienced and highly motivated Surveyors (Repairs and Mould & Damp).

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

  • Conducting thorough property inspections to identify and assess repair needs, including but not limited to:
  • Structural issues: Cracks, subsidence, dampness
  • Plumbing and electrical problems
  • Leaks, faulty wiring Roofing defects leaks, missing tiles
  • Mould and damp: Identifying sources and assessing severity Preparing detailed and accurate survey reports, including photographs and supporting documentation
  • Providing expert advice and recommendations for repairs and remedial works Liaising with clients, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth project delivery
  • Adhering to relevant building regulations and industry best practices


Qualifications and Experience:

  • Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS) Qualification
  • HNC (Higher National Certificate)
  • Proven experience in property inspections and building maintenance.
  • Knowledge of building regulations and industry standards.
  • Excellent report writing and communication skills.
  • Valid UK Driving License

list Fire Safety Manager

£600 - £625 per day Inside IR35

MMP Consultancy is working with a local authority in London to source for an interim Fire Safety Manager, this role will be key to ensuring a safe Fire Safety service for the tenants within housing.

The position is on an ongoing interim basis. This role pays from £600 to £625 per day (Inside IR35) depending on the calibre and experience of candidate applications.

Key Duties:

- Manage a team of technical staff, helping to prioritise the risk and handle any technical queries.
- Manage fire risk assessments programme and delivery of works.
- Quality assures the FRA programme for quality and value for money
- Work with the administration team to utilise information and put it into programmes of work.
- Work with the delivery team to ensure any recommendation works are completed.
- Liaise with the LFB, Regulatory bodies, Chief Exec and Senior Management team to report, manage the work stream and identify issues.
- Be the technical point of liaison for fire queries.
- Ensure compliance across the fire safety team.
- Liaise with Asbestos to ensure they run concurrently.

This role is vital to the fire safety programme, identifying the administrative and data issues, checking quality of assessments, and ensuring compliance across the business is of high importance to this position.

Confirmed Details:

Title: Fire Safety Manager
Rate: £600 - £625 per day (Inside IR35)
Contract: Ongoing interim (3-month rolling)

list Permanent Building Surveyor

£42232 - £48500 per annum

MMP is working with one of their Housing Association Clients in Essex who are seeking for a new Property Surveyors to join the business with immediate effect.

Role: Building Surveyor
Location: Essex
Salary: £48,500 Benefits

Duties:
*To carry out pre-inspections, building and stock condition surveys to identify defects and future investment requirements, including the preparation of detailed reports, specifications and cost estimates where necessary to ensure the appropriate remedial works are undertaken.
*To ensure all planned, cyclical and responsive repair works are valid and appropriate, provide value for money and are completed within the allocated budget provision, ensuring contract administration good practice, timely processing of variations and all appropriate contract documentation and accurate keeping of records pertaining to work in progress.
*To undertake post inspections of completed works to ensure quality, compliance with the Schedule of Rates, value for money and statutory compliance. Ensuring compliance with contractual term and driving performance to achieve KPI's targets and expenditure within the designated budget provision.
*To assist the delivery of internal policies, procedures and agreements and look for ways in which to continuously improve the service to achieve value for money and increased resident satisfaction.
*To follow our clients Health and Safety policies and procedures to ensure, as far as is practicable, your own safety and that of others in the workplace. You may be required to undertake specific Health and Safety roles such as Fire Warden or First Aider as part of your duties
*To co-operate with the duty holder as required by current Asbestos Regulations including complying with the Asbestos Management Plan, reporting incidents, passing on information about the presence of asbestos, attending training, project managing surveys and abatement works. Including undertaking Asbestos management surveys and updating the Asbestos data base as necessary to maintain statutory compliance.

Role: Building Surveyor
Location: Essex
Salary: £48,500 Benefits

list Commercial Manager - Stratford - East London

Up to £75000.00 per annum


Role: Commercial Manager
Salary: £75,000 Benefits
Location: Stratford - East London

Our Client has experienced continual growth since its establishment in 1986, we're not aiming to be the biggest service provider, however we intend to be the best. We work with some of the UK's largest building owners, landlords & facility managers to provide strategic building repairs, planned maintenance and improvement across all property sectors.
Benefits

  • Annual holiday; 22 days, increase after 1 years' service to a maximum of 5 days
  • Long service awards; continuous service at key achievements are rewarded
  • Perkbox; from free coffees and cinema tickets to trips away and much more
  • Volunteer day; paid yearly volunteer days for a worthy cause


The Role:
To be responsible for all commercial activities within the Central Voids Division. Working with the Divisional Manager and Contract Management. Due to the number of individual client involved, this role requires a high-level of organisation, focus and time management to ensure all contracts are commercially managed correctly
Responsibilities

  • Accurate preparation of weekly / monthly reports both internally and to Clients.
  • Working with operational teams to improve performance and enhance margins.
  • Working where required with the Divisional Team in developing the strategy for future business.
  • Supporting where required in pricing of Tender opportunities.


Requirements:


  • Financial Budgeting, Profit and Loss control.

  • Performance Management.

  • Procurement.

  • Tender Bid Process.

  • Client Liaison / Partnering / Contract Negotiation.

  • Staff Coaching and Mentoring