Join Our Team as a Regional Property Surveyor in the Midlands Regional Property Surveyor Location - Field Based (Ideally Coventry based, travel required across our Midlands division) Salary - Competitive Benefits Car Allowance This role would be ideally suited for someone with Property Surveying experience but is looking for opportunities to upskill on the job. Please note Training will be provided on areas needed. A can-do attitude and willingness to enlarge your core skills base is essential. Main Purpose of our Regional Property Surveyor To assist the Asset Management team to provide effective property management, commercial and technical services to the Estates Management Team, to include New Development Handovers, Defect Surveys and Resolution, Asset Surveys, end of warrantee surveys and Planned Maintenance of existing stock. Manage and implement McCarthy Stone Management Services’ companywide approach to Fire safety, working closely with the Asset Management team, internal property teams, our Primary Fire Authority, and other statutory agencies. The successful person will play a key part in developing our fire safety management systems and embedding a ‘safety first’ culture of continual improvement within the business. Main Responsibilities - To support the Operations team with handovers of new developments, carrying out defect reports and asset / end of warrantee surveys. Undertake Fire Risk Assessments within both new build (pre/early-occupancy) and legacy developments as required and develop timely action plans - Training can be provided for this. Deliver planned works across the portfolio following a tender process. Determine the condition of existing buildings, identify and analyse defects, including proposals for repair. Liaise and work closely with MSRL Regional Teams to support Services Teams to resolve property related issues to deliver and achieve Customer Satisfaction. Liaise where necessary, with relevant Regions/Head Office departments, including Group Commercial and Group Design. Keep abreast of legislation and best practice and advise accordingly. Under the direction of the Senior Property Business Partner, assist develop, implement and monitor fire safety policies, strategies and annual action plans. Take ownership for fire/local authority enforcement action plans and engage relevant persons to ensure their timely completion. Provide advice and support to property teams in developing ‘Person Centred Risk Assessments’ (PCRA’s). Ensure that suitable training, instruction and communication mechanisms are developed, and effectively delivered so that critical advice is relayed accordingly. Engage and inform employees, homeowners, leadership teams and senior management team on changes in fire safety legislation. Develop and undertake audits of managed properties to ensure they remain compliant. What we are looking for Educated to HNC or degree level or equivalent and likely possess or be working towards a professional qualification in a construction related discipline, preferably CIOB or RICS Must be computer literate with sound knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel spreadsheets and a property-based system such as FixFlo would be an advantage. A sound knowledge of Health & Safety regulations, including CDM Regulation 2015. DESIRABLE Fire safety qualification, NEBOSH Fire Certificate or IFE Level 3/4 Certificate in Fire Science or CFPA Europe Diploma. Membership of a recognised professional body such as IFE, IFSM, IOSH, IIRSM or similar, with demonstrable evidence of Continuing Professional Development Experience of managing or advising on fire safety at work in a medium to large organisation. Comprehensive up-to-date knowledge of all legislation such as Regulatory Reform FSO 2005, Housing Act 2004, Building Regulations 2019. Working knowledge of HSE ACOP’s, fire guidance (Fire Safety in Purpose Built Blocks of Flats and Specialised Housing) and other property related technical guidance. Experience in researching, developing, and implementing policy and strategy to meet business requirements. Excellent understanding of fire prevention, compartmentation and ‘stay put’. Ability to conduct investigations into fire incidents or possible breaches of the RRO Working knowledge of building fire safety systems and M&E. What is required for the role - Previous experience in building/property surveying. Excellent knowledge of the construction or property management industry. Project management experience would be beneficial. Minimum 3 years’ experience within property management or similar sector. About Us As the UK’s leading developer and manager of retirement communities, we provide high quality homes to exacting specifications. As of May 2024, McCarthy Stone operates 538 developments across the UK for more than 24,200 people. We believe in championing the role, wellbeing, and happiness of older people in society. We help our customers have a better later life, so they feel more connected, recognised, and valued than ever. In late 2020 we launched the McCarthy Stone Charitable Foundation to support local causes that help older people in need across Britain. We are proud to have been certified as a Great Place to Work 2024 as well as making the Great Place to Work Wellbeing list Our Customers The Benefits 24 days annual leave Pension plan Life assurance Employee assistance helpline Health screening Eyecare voucher scheme Long service award Testimonials “I enjoy working for McCarthy and Stone as a House Manager because I am very well supported in my Role by my manager. I am able to make the day to day decisions but always have immediate support on the rare times I need help. It’s a breath of Fresh Air working for a focused dynamic company who know what they are trying to achieve as a team.” Linda Diamond – House Manager “Only at McCarthy Stone can you start in the middle of a pandemic and feel at home within a couple of weeks … it’s all about our great people and how welcome they make you feel … even if it was through a screen” Andrea Waldron - Senior HR Business Partner “From my first week I felt like part of the team, everyone is helpful and pro-active, which is crucial in a fast paced environment. I’ve had the opportunity to work on some exciting projects, it’s a very ‘hands-on’ approach here with plenty of opportunity to be involved and play a part in delivering developments.” Emily Bishop - Principal Planning Associate “Working for McCarthy Stone is a very fulfilling experience. The staff here are all empathetic and professional. Guiding people in purchasing an apartment, watching them settle in and make friends, and then watching them lead a happy and carefree retirement is very rewarding.” Caroline Craig-cordel – Sales Consultant “I found it inspiring how working in McCarthy Stone gives you a chance to make so many people happier, every day. And what we do is so important to our homeowners In my marketing career before I couldn’t dream about customers sharing their thoughts about my campaigns, but here it happens all the time.” Stan Smolyar – Head of Brand Previous Next Documents