Private Sector Housing Surveyor

Opus People Solutions are hiring for a Private Sector Housing Surveyor within a Local Authority client based in Northamptonshire.The role is 37 hours per week, offering hybrid working and £35-40 per hour umbrella, with a contract length of 12 months+. Please see a high-level overview of what the position involves below:Assist the Disabled Facilities Grants Team in Private Sector Housing, with the survey, design and tender package for the operational delivery of mandatory adaptation grantsProvide advice and support throughout the process to clients, contractors and Occupational TherapistsVisit clients in their own homes to discuss their needs and advise on adaptations available to them in conjunction with the Occupational Therapy ServiceSurvey, prepare technical schedules of work/specifications and drawings, as appropriate, taking into account the recommendations of the Occupational Therapist, as well as the client''s own needs and wishesLiaise with external consultations, including architects, engineers, solicitors, banks, building societies, the Occupational Therapy Service, social workers and voluntary organisations where necessary to make timely progress with casesObtain quotations from approved contractors and/or contractors requested by clients, complete evaluations and make recommendations accordinglyPrepare files for tendering exercises and evaluate tenders where applicableCo-ordinate and submit applications for planning permission, building regulations approval and ..... full job details .....