Average Repairs Surveyor salary in Manchester

Senior Quantity Surveyor – Social HousingGreater ManchesterCompetitive salary + Car Allowance + Bonus + Excellent BenefitsBuild More Than Projects – Help Shape CommunitiesAt Wates Property Services, we don’t just deliver contracts we create lasting impact in the communities we serve. As one of the UK’s leading Tier 1 contractors, we’re proud to partner with housing providers and local authorities to deliver high-quality maintenance and refurbishment programmes that improve homes and lives.Due to continued growth, we’re now looking for a Senior Quantity Surveyor to join our expanding team across Greater Manchester.The RoleThis is a key commercial leadership position where you’ll take ownership of social housing contracts, driving performance, managing risk, and ensuring value at every stageYou’ll have the autonomy to lead projects while working within a supportive, collaborative environment that encourages progression and innovationWhat You’ll Be Responsible ForLeading the commercial delivery of social housing projects from tender to final accountControlling costs, managing risk, and identifying opportunities for added valueProducing accurate valuations, cost reports, and financial forecastsBuilding strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and internal teamsSupporting and mentoring junior members of the commercial teamWhat We’re Looking ForEstablished Quantity Surveyor with senior-level experience or ready to step upProven background in social housing (repairs, maintenance, or refurbishment)Strong commercial acumen and confident negotiation skillsAbility to manage your own workload while contributing to a high-performing teamDegree-qualified in Quantity Surveying (or similar)What You’ll Get in ReturnFlexible and agile working optionsCompetitive salary £4,500 car allowanceCompetitive Pension schemeMin 5% annual bonus25 days holiday + bank holidays, option to buy moreThe opportunity to work for a business with a strong reputation, clear values, and a genuine commitment to employee developmentWhy Wates?At Wates, people are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be joining a company with a strong social purpose, long-term partnerships, and a culture that champions collaboration, progression, and recognition.If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real difference, while advancing your career with one of the UK’s most respected contractors, we’d love to hear from you!Apply today and be part of our exciting growth journeyClosing Date: ASAP (We may close early due to high demand)

To undertake and carry out all types of Fire risk Assessments and fire Safety and carry out DDA surveys. Manage post fire Risk Assessment construction works from tender production to execution and completion of works on site.Client DetailsThis local authority manages public services for over 220,000 residents across five townships in Greater Manchester and is dedicated to improving the lives of those living in the borough. DescriptionTo complete fire risk assessments to comply with legislative requirements and to record details on the Council's asset database.Ensure close working relationship with the Access Audit Building surveyor is formedTo monitor, regularly review and update fire risk assessments.To liaise with appropriate managers and ensure that any necessary corrective action or remedial works arising from fire risk assessments are completed within agreed timescales.To develop and co-ordinate a prioritised programme of work for fire risk assessments and assist with the production of a phased programme for any resultant remedial work/action.To provide professional advice on fire safety matters and on compliance with Fire Safety legislation to a range of managers across the broad spectrum of Council activities.To carry out fire safety audits of any Council occupied premises.To undertake surveys and produce outline building layout sketches where required.To provide fire safety advice on new buildings or alterations to existing ones in terms of fire resisting structures and safe means of escape.To give advice on the use of fire fighting equipment, fire evacuation procedures and the provision of fire systems such as alarms, sprinklers, emergency lighting etc.To inspect and check disabled access/evaluation procedures, as required.To liaise with Building Managers, Building Control, the Fire Service and licensing authorities as required.To liaise with other Council officers, eg Insurance and Risk Management to assist in minimising losses from fire and improve property protection.To keep abreast of all current and proposed fire related legislation including best practice and advise managers.To plan, prepare and deliver training for Building Managers and Fire Wardens on fire awareness, the day-to-day management of fire safety in premises and any other relevant activities, as required.To assist with the production of Tender documents and liaise with any consultants employed to undertake fire risk assessments and monitor their performance.To assist with the maintenance and management of the Council's Asset Management databases and contributory systems. To ensure FRA data collection systems and records are used and maintained accurately and efficiently.To enter, manipulate, validate and maintain the integrity of FRA data on the database.To provide data/information and detailed reports of inspections, assessments and of work required, for compliance with Current Fire Safety legislation, to the Line Manager, Building Managers and the Council's Asset Management Group as requested.ProfileFire qualifications (relevant)Expereince of working within a local council HNC Desirable Job OfferGood Hourly RatePossible extensionImmediate StartHybrid working

The Person Our client is looking for a Chartered Surveyor/Project Manager to work in partnership with their Loss Adjusters across a mixed portfolio of commercial and major and complex material damage insurance claims and to Project Manage each claim requiring building repair works. ResponsibilitiesThe responsibilities of the Building Surveyor include (though are not limited to):Preparing Bills of Quantities/Schedules of Work in line with initial instructions/claim information, including contract preparation and sign offScope out CDM requirements for each projectEnsuring cost/budget evaluation and cost control of each projectPreparing interim valuations and Party Wall NotificationsCollating certification of payments and ensuring key contract milestones within agreed timeframes and/or SLA’sPreparing response for information tender documentation and inviting tenders from suitable or identified vendorsAnalysing and reporting on tender returns for further evaluationNegotiating with Contactors on variations and costs.Reporting to Clients with project updates and other parties with an interest in the claim e.g. SolicitorsSupporting client facing meetings and presentationsMentoring and developing less experienced peers and colleaguesYou will be expected to carry out any other duties that may reasonably be required and notified to you by the Company. Skills and ExperienceAdvanced knowledge and practical experience of Building Surveying, ideally in the Loss Adjusting arenaExperienced in project management, tender preparation, and an expert in requirements for CDMStrong attention to detail, ability to interpret and present findingsAbility to demonstrate an attention to detail and proactively analyse and resolve complex issues.Ability to work as an individual and lead a team of professionalsHandle and co-ordinate complaints and complimentsAchievement of own performance targetsCompetent use of technologyExperience of handling a variety of insurance claims lead subsidence, fire, flood, impact damage and other large building claims would be advantageous, but not essential QualificationsChartered Status is preferable - ARICS/MRICS/FRICS