Property Officer Edinburgh   £26000.00 per annum + Pension, healthcare, mileage rate.

My client, a public sector organisation, are looking to recruit a customer focussed Property Officer to join their planned maintenance team. This team are responsible for providing a complete programme of works ranging from cyclical works, replacement of elements such as kitchens/bathrooms, and central heating upgrades.

This is a permanent opportunity that would be suitable for a surveyor looking for the next step in their career. Allowing you to be part of a busy team, this role encompasses asset management delivery and comprehensive customer service within one of Scotlands leading housing associations.


Key duties and responsibilities for this role include:

-Preparation of work specifications.
-Preparation of cost estimates and tender documentation.
-Manage and administer planned and major and minor projects on behalf of clients.
-Monitor running costs to ensure projects remain on budget.
-Supervise contracts including pre and post inspection.
-Manage quality control, cost targets and client expectation.
-Prepare cost analysis and progress reports.
-Monitor and update survey data.
-Co-ordinate and resolve complaints from customers.

The successful candidate is required to be from a built environment background e.g. Building Surveying or Quantity Surveying. It is essential to hold a relevant qualification, minimum level HNC, to be considered for this post.

It is essential that you have demonstrable experience of working in a similar role and carrying out the above tasks. Good communication skills and customer focus is a key part of this role. Knowledge of Housing Association properties would be advantageous although not essential.

It is essential that you have a driving licence for this role, as you would be required to attend site meetings in and around Edinburgh.

To apply for this position, please submit your full CV demonstrating your suitability for the role.

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Job Reference:   1606120

Closing Date:     17-Feb-2012

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