Property Surveyor (Temporary Accommodation)

Summary: The Property Surveyor (Temporary Accommodation) role at Haringey involves inspecting occupied and void properties, diagnosing repairs, and ensuring compliance with lettable standards. The position requires collaboration with the Housing Demand Service and managing relationships with temporary accommodation providers. The successful candidate will oversee property conditions and repairs while leading dilapidation claims from property owners. Strong project management and communication skills are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct inspections of occupied and void properties.
• Diagnose repairs and schedule works through an agreed schedule of rates.
• Prepare specifications of works and obtain quotations where necessary.
• Ensure PSL properties meet lettable standards and are repaired within timescales and budgets.
• Assess issues and risks to ensure customer and property safety.
• Manage handbacks of homes and lead on dilapidation and disrepair claims.
• Oversee procurement of properties for temporary accommodation and manage provider relationships.
• Carry out inspections and follow up on repairs and property conditions.
• Successfully manage projects and work with contractors to ensure satisfactory completion of work.

Key Skills:

• Strong project management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with colleagues and contractors.
• Tact, diplomacy, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Experience with building works, voids, and disrepair.
• Desirable surveying qualifications (RICS, CIOB).
• Valid UK driving licence.

Salary (Rate): 47532

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other