The role
Internal Only - We will only consider applications from internal candidates, that are current employees or agency workers on an active assignment
The Role
The effective procurement and administration of our surveying and technical functions underpins every facet of our success. Luckily, the team responsible will have you as their manager.
You’ll lead a team with a remit spanning everything from legal disrepair and arbitration, to Housing Improvement Agency and both public and private sector housing adaptations.
We will rely on your technical expertise, advice, and assistance to make tendering, procurement, and contracting more effective.
About Us
We are the largest local authority social landlord in London, managing 55,000 homes lived in by 40% of Southwark’s residents. We are home to over 18,300 businesses including iconic London venues and social enterprises and we have a young, diverse, and growing population.
At Southwark we are committed to making our borough just and fair and are taking positive action to tackle inequalities. Our residents and communities are our greatest asset and the passion we have for Southwark is shared by millions of Londoners who enjoy our outstanding cultural offer, use our hospitals and attend our universities. Our refreshed borough plan and focus on Southwark Stands Together, (which is our work with Southwark’s communities and the council’s staff to tackle racism, injustice and inequality) underpins all that we do.
About You:
- Managing and developing a team of building surveyors and administrators, you will enjoy the scope to greatly impact our service.
- You’ll champion the highest standards of health and safety, and monitor and report on cost-effectiveness.
-Crucially, you will personally manage works from inception to completion, including programming, contractor supervision, and contract administration.
-Your credentials: A relevant building surveying qualification, to degree level or equivalent
-Significant experience in administering building-related contracts at a senior level Proven working knowledge of the Housing Disrepair protocol
- A strong understanding of landlord/tenant matters, leaseholder consultation requirements, and contract dispute and resolution
- Excellent communication skills - from writing reports to answering the public’s questions
Additional Information:
- This is a Fixed Term contract for 12 months
- Standard 36 hours, Monday to Friday
please see the attached JD for more detailed information regarding the role
Internal Only - We will only consider applications from internal candidates, that are current employees or agency workers on an active assignment
Additional salary details
Benefits and more information:
In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working and home working options. We offer a competitive salary, access to the Local Government Pension Scheme, generous holiday allowance as well as a number of other permanent staff benefits (Eye care scheme/Cycle 2 Work and Cycle Loan/Season ticket loan/oyster card pool/Essential User parking permits/Free swim and gym scheme/Proud to Care Rewards).
You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page.
Recruitment timetable
Advert Closing Date: 11:59pm on 8th October 2023
Interview Date: Week commencing Monday 16 October 2023
We are an organisation that is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together initiative. We particularly welcome applications from members of the black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
Guaranteed Interview Scheme
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
- Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
- Are currently in care, or have previously been in care
- If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
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