Clerk of Works

  • London, United Kingdom
  • Southwark Council
  • Full-Time
  • On-Site

Job Description:

Contract to start ASAP

Duration: 12 weeks with a possible extension.

Responsibilities

To carry out surveys of tenanted and leasehold properties and communal areas to blocks of flats on the LBS' social housing estates to:

assess the standard, quality and quantity of works recently completed as part of the LBS' QHIP projects.

identify any current maintenance issues including damp and mould, fire and building safety related issues.

identify any future planned maintenance or 'major works' requirements for inclusion in the LBS' asset management strategy.

Provide professional advice and reports as required to senior managers on the delivery of specific 'high-risk' major works projects.

To assist in assessing the delivery, administration and management of council-designed major works projects, ensuring that site operations and construction work comply with relevant contract documents, LBS' processes and procedures, and all current legislation.

To evaluate and report on the effectiveness of contracts, service providers, products and consultants used and make recommendations on changes or developments as required.

To conduct detailed site surveys, stock condition surveys, and pre and post inspections with the service provider, contract administrator and LBS staff responsible for the management of major works projects.

Monitor and report on various areas such as quality, customer care, application, maintenance requirements, etc.

Provide necessary support in the provision of accurate cost data to the Homeownership Unit for service charge billing and investigate and prepare responses to queries of final invoices and preparation of information necessary to respond to Leasehold Valuation Tribunals where required.

Work closely with the Contractor to ensure that the correct and appropriate works and specifications are specified and delivered, taking appropriate corrective action when they are not.

Sign-off the content and quality of each property and/or section of work understanding that any delays will affect the level and timing of payment to Contractors.

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