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

MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for a Capital Projects Surveyor to join a local authority based in Esher, Surrey. This will be an interim position paying £55.95p/h Umbrella.

This role is a part time position with an expectation of 3 working days per week.

About The Role:

As a member of the Building Surveying Services section you will:

• Deliver and manage major capital works contracts in line with contract specifications, agreed performance standards and ensure works are executed efficiently, with minimal disruption and with value for money.
• Deliver pro-active, professional and customer-focussed surveying services, to ensure that the Council's land and property assets are fit for purpose and legally compliant.

Main Purpose Of Role:

• Plan, co-ordinate, execute and manage delivery of specific capital and major works' projects, along with planned maintenance and repair programmes of work in conjunction with the Senior Building and Projects Manager
• Deliver pro-active, professional and customer focused quality surveying services for all the Council's properties to ensure that the Council's land and property assets are fit for purpose.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare cost estimates for works and services; provide cost information to assist in budget preparation.
• Plan, procure, implement and manage specific projects and services to achieve delivery on time, within budget and to the expected standards of quality in compliance with legislation and good practice.
• Ensure that activities are properly planned and co-ordinated to enable the Council to meet its statutory obligations.
• Regularly monitor actual and forecast spend against allocated projects and jobs. Provide regular cost information for the purposes of departmental budget management and ensure that prompt corrective action is taken where necessary.
• Liaise with other members of the AMPS surveying team to agree and plan solutions for projects procured and managed as part of the major works programme.
• Undertake work in-progress inspections and post-inspections to ensure that the required quality standards are attained. Maintain records of inspections undertaken and ensure that any necessary corrective actions are carried out.
• Establish and implement key performance indicators (KPI's) for each project. Ensure that contractors are managed effectively, monitor and report on progress and performance, and take prompt corrective action where appropriate.
• Liaise and communicate effectively with colleagues, contractors and external stakeholders, to ensure that projects are properly co-ordinated and stakeholders are kept fully informed to minimise disruption.
• Provide professional and technical building surveying advice to colleagues, building users and others.
• Undertake a range of building surveying activities in support of AMPS services and objectives, including: inspections and surveys, defect analysis, feasibility studies, preparing reports and cost estimates, producing specifications, drawings and tender documents, obtaining licences and statutory consents, procurement of works, services and supplies, project management and contract administration.
• Procure and manage consultants and other specialist advisors where appropriate.
• Ensure that surveying activities and building works are carried out in accordance with all relevant legislation and Council policies.
• Ensure that works, services and supplies are procured in accordance with the Council's procurement guidelines and standing orders.
• Ensure that value for money is demonstrated in the procurement of works, supplies and services. Use effective procurement to achieve cost and efficiency savings.
• Provide accurate and timely information to enable cost, quality and service performance to be measured.
• Contribute to increasing energy efficiency of the Council's property assets by actively promoting a sustainable approach to building maintenance.
• Contribute towards the production of AMPS teams Service Delivery Plan and in delivering the Council's vision, key developments corporate plan etc.
• Participate as appropriate on corporate working groups.

Title: Capital Projects Surveyor

Salary: £55.95p/h Umbrella

Location: Esher, Surrey

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