Facilities and Project Building Surveyor
In Sutton, there is much for us to be proud of both as a council and as a borough. This includes high levels of resident satisfaction, the quality of our services, our success in addressing our financial challenges to date, the way that we involve and engage with residents on key issues facing the borough, and the enthusiastic and motivated staff that we employ.
Looking ahead, there are plans for the delivery of new homes and new schools and the London Cancer Hub is being developed, while the Council is also seen as a driving force within the South London Partnership of five outer south west London boroughs focused on strategic growth, regeneration and investment.
All of this demonstrates a good track record and an authority that is ambitious and set to deliver more improvements for the borough. We've set out our vision for the future of Sutton in our corporate plan - Ambitious for Sutton. This strategic plan will shape the outcomes we achieve, the services we provide, and the impact we have on residents, to make Sutton a great place to live, work and raise a family.
Situated in Zone 5, Sutton is less than 30 minutes by train from central London, and south and south west London are easily accessible by public transport. There are 10 train stations which serve key neighbourhoods within the borough providing direct connections to London Victoria, London Bridge, London Blackfriars and St Pancras International. Sutton also has direct rail connections with Epsom, Dorking, Guildford and Horsham, as well as Wimbledon for an interchange with the London Underground and West Croydon for the London Overground. There's also an extensive road network which provides close and easy access to the M25 and M23.
About the Role
The Facilities and Project Building Surveyor role in the Facilities Management Section is responsible for a portfolio of projects within the Facilities and Capital Projects team. Acting as an intelligent client & fulfilling the key duties of Building Surveyor, Project Manager and Contract Administrator under the chosen form of contract. This involves taking sole responsibility at all times for making major decisions or changes affecting the successful project outcome.
To work alone specifying, tendering & delivering projects or in partnership, appointing and leading Consultants and Contractors to ensure the successful delivery to time, budget and to the highest standards of minor and intermediate capital schemes, repairs and improvement programmes from commencement through to completion.
The role will include undertaking inspections and surveys of sites, properties, plant and equipment; identify building elements or services requiring repair, overhaul or replacement and to minimise the risk of unexpected failure. Diagnose and implement appropriate works within agreed authority levels. Alongside supporting the Head of Facilities in preparing and reviewing forward maintenance plans and cost estimates.
To monitor the performance of building repair and maintenance works commissioned and managed by others (e.g. the contractor responsible for operation of Leisure centres), to ensure compliance with statutory and contractual obligations. Ensure that accurate and up-to-date records are kept by the Council of works commissioned by third parties, and liaise with internal clients to ensure that any areas of concern are promptly identified and actioned. To provide technical and professional advice on property repair and maintenance issues.
About Us
The Facilities Management Service has recently gone through a period of significant change and transformation and we have a smarter operating model to ensure the service is best placed to support the delivery of our front line services and meet the needs of our residents
We are leading the way in multidisciplinary and collaborative FM working, to combine the skills and attributes of our workforce with a commitment to provide a professional and customer focused FM service, working in partnership with our contractors. As we continue to improve our services this is a particularly challenging and rewarding time for Facilities Management as it reaches the realisation of a new operating model, supporting the goals of our wider organisation.
About You
We're looking for a professional with d etailed knowledge and experience of building surveying practices, project procurement procedures, CDM regs, building and workplace regulations, complex tendering solutions, project management and contract management including site practices alongside a relevant professional qualification (RICS, MRICS, MCIOB). It is desirable to have e xperience or full understanding of local authorities and the services within, along with knowledge of legal and statutory requirements affecting construction services and ability to interpret them in the context of the service.
You will be an excellent communicator both verbal and written, with energy, enthusiasm and an innovative nature with the ability to engage with others in a challenging environment.
If you enjoy working collaboratively, are skilled in partnership working and share our energy, drive and ambition, then we want to hear from you.
Our Offer To You
As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we're committed to helping you fulfil your potential and will offer you a supportive, friendly and collaborative environment to grow and develop your career and skills. We're constantly striving to improve our ways of working so putting your ideas across - however big or small - will be fully encouraged and supported by your colleagues and our dynamic and experienced management team.
In addition, we offer a modern and flexible working environment for our staff, supported by our IT infrastructure, including Google Chromebooks and Google Apps. Our Flexible Working - Smarter Working Scheme embraces new ways of working. It provides improved work life balance for our staff as it allows staff to work from a variety of locations and staff are not required to work within the office 5 days a week.
Employees have access to a wide range of benefits, some of which include:
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays (pro-rata if part-time working hours apply)
- Flexi-time (Please note, this applies to roles at grades 1-9 only)
- Three volunteering days per year in Sutton
- Comprehensive learning and development programme
- Local and national discounts for shopping, eating out and leisure activities
- Interest free season ticket loans
- Local Government Pension Scheme
- Car parking scheme
- Bicycle loan facilities and cycle to work scheme
- Zip car scheme
- Free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
- Confidential wellbeing and counselling support
- Subsidised gym membership
Please apply online outlining what skills, abilities and experience you can bring which makes you an ideal candidate for this role. Please ensure you refer to the requirements outlined in the job profile when completing your application.
To support our diversity agenda and reduce the risk of bias in our recruitment activities, our short listing process completely anonymises personal information that can identify job applicants e.g. name, title etc. Our hiring managers review and short list applications based on the information provided as part of your application as to how well you meet the requirements and criteria for the role, as outlined in the job profile.
The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
Additional Information
We pride ourselves on being a diverse, inclusive and welcoming Borough and we aim to create a workforce which reflects the community we serve - the key highlights from our recent Equalities Workforce Report can be seen here. We are respectful of difference and realise the positive value of diversity in our workforce. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds and particularly welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates and disabled candidates, as these groups are currently under-represented in our workforce. As part of our Disability Confident Committed status, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.
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Job Profile
Facilities and Projects Building Surveyor - Role Profile Grade 9 (June 2024).pdf - 88KB Opens in a new window