URL: https://democracy.broxtowe.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2274

Decision Maker: Cabinet

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Purpose: Recruitment of Quantity Surveyor to the AM&D Team to reduce dependency on external consultants.

Content: Cabinet considered the appointment of a new permanent Quantity Surveyor into the establishment for Asset Management and Development. The Council has previously externalised the Quantity Surveyor function, which is key in ensuring that these various projects are delivered in line with contractual commitments, both in terms of quality and budget.   RESOLVED that the Quantity Surveyor post is added to the permanent establishment of the Asset Management and Development team to reduce the current reliance on external consultants and support the delivery of the HRA Capital Programme and Asset Management Strategy.   Reason The approach responds to the challenges of local authorities have recruited for a specialist role of this nature, in a competitive employment market.

Date of Decision: December 16, 2025