Job Introduction
Our property assets are our most valuable resource and our belief is that we can be more effective in the way that we hold and use our property. The Corporate Property Strategy sets out our vision on how we seek to use our assets to improve the provision of services, with the aim to achieve a fit-for purpose and sustainable asset base by 2024.
If you're a Qualified Building Surveyor with experience in managing a diverse commercial and corporate property portfolio, and you want the challenge of working in a fast-paced team, then we'd love to hear from you! You’ll be using your technical skills and knowledge to deliver the Building Maintenance Plan (BMP) which sets out all of the building maintenance requirements including capital investment, remedial work from statutory inspections as well as planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
Main Responsibility
- To prepare design drawings, specifications and pre-tender safety plans for minor works, extensions, alterations adaptations and refurbishment of a range of buildings
- Preparation of project documents and specifications, managing the tender process, ensuring budgets are met and best value achieved.
- To be responsible for a rolling programme of stock condition surveys and compiling and updating stock condition data used in the development of maintenance programmes and asset management plans, providing asset planning data as required
- To undertake building surveys of properties across the portfolio, particularly in order to establish the extent and cause of any defects and to prepare reports with recommendations relating to the extent and nature of any necessary remedial works
- To advise and undertake interim and terminal dilapidation reports and negotiations
- Provide professional advice and support to clients in fulfilling their duties under the CDM Regulations 2015. To act as Designer & Principal Designer under CDM Regulations 2015 for construction works, liaising with the HSE where appropriate.
- Preparation and presentation of reports and papers for managers and clients as required
- Delivery of property projects ranging from procurement and implementation for repairs and minor works to significant construction projects and refurbishments
- To participate in an out of hours ‘on call’ rota, including key holding and as necessary either attend ad hoc emergencies or organise emergency repairs
The Ideal Candidate
- BSc (Hons) Building Surveying degree and membership of a professional body e.g. MCIOB or RICS or prepared to achieve full membership within an agreed timeframe.
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3 years post qualification experience.
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Proven working knowledge of Building Regulations, Planning and other relevant regulations and legislation pertinent to property project management and maintenance.
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Knowledge of Local Authority procedures, particularly procurement rules.
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Full clean driving licence and ability to work from any site.
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Evidence of analytical and logical concept and planning skills, particularly cost modelling and computer-aided design.
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Proven ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, including non-industry, over a variety of complex and technical issues whilst sustaining productive relationships.
Package Description
We are really proud of the benefits we are able to offer our staff here at Milton Keynes Council, including:-
- Local Government Pension Scheme, considered to be one of the best employer contribution rates of 19.7%
- 27 days annual leave per year in addition to statutory and public holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Our Professional Development Centre provides access to courses such as in-house management development programmes endorsed by the Institute of Leadership, Apprenticeship Programmes (junior and senior), coaching and mentoring and access to our Smarter Learning portal
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Health Cashplan
- MK Advantage benefits package – a range of savings on a wide range of retail, leisure and entertainment products and services such as Pizza Express, M&S, B&Q, John Lewis and Arriva Travel.
- SmartGo – Aimed at encouraging low-carbon transport and healthy lifestyle with discounted travel e.g. Halfords, Arriva, Europcar, National Railcards and Stagecoach.
- Homebuy Scheme (for eligible roles)
- Smarter working which provides the opportunity to work from various locations including from home for a proportion of your role (subject to business needs)
- A full range of family friendly policies including enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity entitlements
- Childcare Subsidy
About The Organisation
Milton Keynes is a diverse, welcoming, and expanding place, built on smart ideas with even bigger plans for the future. We have world class attractions, beautiful open spaces, and a great standard of living.
Milton Keynes Council is one of the largest employers in the region, making a difference every day for local people. We’re responsible for all local government services in MK including education, housing, highways, and social services - around 240 services in all.
Our values are to be dedicated, respectful, and collaborative. If this sounds like you, join us for a stimulating and fulfilling career measured on results, and a rewarding work-life balance.
