Facilities & Property Building Surveyor - Chippenham, United Kingdom - Wincanton

Wincanton

Verified Company

Chippenham, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

A key member of the Wincanton Property Team delivering and supporting across the work of the Property Team which operates as a matrix service provider across the Wincanton organisation.

This role will work in conjunction with third party consultants to ensure Wincanton Property projects are managed efficiently & effectively.

The post holder will be the 'intelligent client' using external resource to flex capable bandwidth to deliver property projects on time & budget as Wincanton's business needs require.

Working closely with other Departments will be essential. Ensuring correct processes are implemented and followed to deliver successful project outcomes. Knowledge & experience of project management and the ability to communicate and influence are essential.

The role will liaise closely with external projects teams/consultants and will provide Wincanton advice & input on all matters of property project management.

It is essential that the post holder be aware of the capabilities and purposes of all aspects of the professional teams that are required to successfully deliver projects.

Themes will be safe, legal, on time & on budget.

The role will continually explore & promote the latest innovations as we develop the Wincanton property portfolio for ourselves & our customers.

ESG with focus on sustainability and decarbonising the property portfolio is a key theme. The ability to see, champion and lead the bigger picture as Wincanton continues to grow.

In addition to the above this role will manage the day-to-day facilities function for the Chippenham office.

Key Objectives

To promote an effective value adding property support function within the Group Property Department
Liaison with the projects consultants in the supervision of contractors
Liaison with internal business clients to ensure programme & budgetary targets are met
To work closely with the Business Development function providing budgetary costing and other information quickly & accurately
To develop both internal & external relationships with preferred suppliers regionally and nationally in anticipation of Wincanton's strategic growth plans. Help grow capability & knowledge in external teams that help Wincanton grow.
To develop, communicate and implement clear projects process across the UK&I
Manage effectively the Facilities function for the Chippenham office with emphasis on driving value without compromising the working environment
Brave & bold. A champion of Wincanton's strategic growth plans with a depth of business knowledge & confidence to spot and call out opportunities. To have a solid personal development plan with a sponsor & mentor in place

Key Tasks

Ensure that all works are dealt with efficiently, effectively and economically within an established programme and budget
Forward financial and economic planning support to meet business planning requirements
Ensure any works operate in compliance with company procedures, policies, best practice and any legislation current at the time
Advise Wincanton & our Customers of compliance requirements, statutory & industry best practices
Always seek to reduce costs across our property portfolio
Be curious, bold, and lead change where it delivers commercial benefit. Be a property champion for ESG initiatives such as solar and EV charging points across our property portfolio

Range of Services

Provide and oversee technical due diligence to support acquisitions
Carry out surveys and feasibility studies
Prepare & negotiate schedules of condition
Provide advice on building defects and fault diagnosis
Negotiate dilapidations schedules mitigating Wincanton financial exposure.
Advise on strategic maintenance planning & implementation
Brief & supervise external consultants
Provide advice on CDM Regulations, Health & Safety, Risk Assessments and Fire Certificates
Project manage and ownership to deliver fitout, dilapidation and capital projects with focus on:
Design management and coordination
Define works and specification
Procurement and construction contract negotiations
Cost estimation, budget planning and reporting
Manage and report on risks with focus on quality compliance, programme and cost control
Compliance with Construction Health & Safety Regulations Compliance with Statutory Regulations
Building, Town Planning, Fire & Environmental

The Individual

A Chartered Building Surveyor (MRICS) or Chartered Member of the CIOB
A proven track record of working and leading teams within the construction & facilities field
Experience in contract negotiation, administration and a working knowledge of all applicable laws & regulations is required
Strong commercial acumen
Ability to work autonomously
A requirement to travel as the role demands
Tact & understanding
Knowledge of construction services and maintenance contracts.
Health & Safety knowledge. Be an exemplar of best practice
Experience dealing