Chartered Building Surveyor

Hours: 37.5Any additional information you require for this job can be found in the below text Make sure to read thoroughly, then apply.Salary: £45,000.00 - £50,000.00 Per Annum DOE plus Car allowance or Company CarOverview of the roleTo contribute to the property team objectives and spend time in each area of the business function. In doing this you will be involved in several work streams including property maintenance, compliance, development, and acquisitions.Your primary role will be to deliver the 5-year capital works programme from our Estates Strategy.An understanding of local authority funding for social care will be an advantage due to the nature of our business.Develop & maintain effective communications with ALL Staff; Service Users; Visitors & Contractors.We will support you for your professional CPD.Key dutiesContribute to developing a wider estate strategy and policies to support the effective management of the estate and related assets.Work on budgets, expenditures, and reconciliations.To work within property maintenance - inspecting properties, attending meetings at both homes and with supply chain partners and identifying opportunities for maximising value for money.Supporting the team with the completion and computation of JCT contracts and acting as supervising officer as required.Undertaking inspections and measurement of property in accordance with the RICS Code of Measuring Practice/IPMSTo update, manage and interrogate data through QFM.Weekly reporting and monitoring on progress contributing to the capital programme.Liaising with planning departments on de-risking sites prior to disposal, carrying out inspections, measurements and valuations using RICS guidance documents, providing internal reports for Choice Care.Leading on insurance claims for property related insured risks.Advisory:No job description can give a complete account of all aspects of a post. From time to time demands of the organisation will require adjustments in the responsibilities of the post.Number of Direct Reports:None, however, could have assignment of Graduate Surveyors or apprentice, depending on experience.Financial Responsibility:Responsibility for managing approved budgets.Personal attributesRICS accredited degree essentialAble to demonstrate knowledge of Landlord and Tenant legislation, current relevant topics. To understand the premises directions and all RICS compliance.Some experience of working on property portfoliosGood time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.Ability to prioritise workload.Strong negotiation skills.Good communication skills.Strong presentation skills.Team Player.Motivated.Dedicated.Good interpersonal skills.Ability to develop relationshipsWhat are the benefits?*Enhanced holiday entitlement - starting from 26 days plus bank holidaysSick pay entitlementEmployee Assistance Programme - comprehensive health and wellbeing support for staffRefer a friend scheme - enjoy a payment of £500 when you recruit a friend to Choice CareChoiceversary - staff receive vouchers of £75 after 5 years, £100 after 10 years and £150 after 15 years to celebrate their commitment to Choice CareChristmas bonus - vouchers for all staff membersLife insuranceAnnual staff awards - this year each winner received £400 and we had over 30 winners in totalA paid day off on your birthdayBlue Light Card eligibilityProfessional Membership paid.Time allocated for your own CPD.Company car or car allowance.*minimum service periods and apprenticeship funding eligibility applicable to some benefitsWho are we?Choice Care is one of the UK’s leading residential care providers for people with learning disabilities, autism and mental health conditions. With over 25 years’ experience, we’re at the forefront of national best practice, with among the highest CQC ratings of any comparable organisation. We are also proud to be one of the Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers for the second year in a row!Our homes are more than just a place to live, they’re like a second family for everyone we support. Each home is a close knit community, with its own unique personality, and all the ups and downs of typical family life, built on trust and the promise of unconditional care. Our colleagues build close bonds with the people they care for, helping to create enduring, positive relationships that build confidence and self-esteem.In every Choice Care home there’s a strong emphasis on living life to the full and having fun, with purposeful daily activities based on individual preferences and capabilities. Alongside this there are regular social events, projects, outings and holiday breaks which everyone can get involved in and express themselves through.Where will you work?Work location can be based nationally, our head Office is in Bracknell but extensive UK travel will be required for this role.EHOT