Clerk of Works - Princes Risborough, United Kingdom - Carington Estates Ltd

Carington Estates Ltd

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Princes Risborough, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The Carington Estate includes property interests in and around High Wycombe, Aylesbury, Milton Keynes, Spalding and West Rasen.

At the heart of the Estate is the beautiful village of Bledlow, set amidst the Chiltern Hills.

Residential properties, from farmhouses and converted barns to country cottages, are advertised to let when available on

Commercial property interests include let rural offices at Business Centres near High Wycombe and Milton Keynes, industrial units, woodlands, leisure pursuits and country sports.

We also provide film locations, generate solar electricity and manage open gardens, along with other events and activities

KEY ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Maintaining and enhancing the physical condition, servicing and appearance of the Estate's buildings
Management of direct labour and external contractors to optimise performance and value
Planning and delivery of scheduled and reactive property maintenance works in a safe, cost effective and timely manner.
Assistance with management of larger projects
Prioritise and allocate maintenance requests in an efficient and timely manner. Maintain records of pending and completed tasks.
Prepare cost estimates, assist with budgeting and minimise financial variances
Coordinate routine testing and servicing of M&E plant and machinery including domestic boilers, electrical systems, fire and security systems.
Identify and pursue opportunities for enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability
Ensure good communication with occupiers and keep them informed about the planning and progress of works.
Competitive procurement of goods and services
Monitoring the quality of work, ensuring best value and compliance with relevant standards and legislation
Health & Safety compliance
Assist in providing effective outofhours emergency cover.

Personal Qualities

Broad property maintenance experience including traditional and historic buildings
Ability to communicate positively and effectively
Initiative, enthusiasm, resourcefulness, practicality
High level of attention to detail
Proven track record in working to budgets
Ability to work calmly under pressure and to prioritise and meet deadlines.
Understanding of relevant regulations and compliance requirements
Full and clean driving licence.
Applicants must have the right to live and work in the United Kingdom.
Core work hours will be 8.30am to 5.00pm, Monday to Friday. However, the successful applicant will be expected to embrace the flexibility that this role and the associated responsibilities requires.

Salary:
£38,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Schedule: