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Leszek Paduszynski

London

Summary

Results-driven Environmental Protection graduate with extensive experience across various housing sectors, specialising in property surveying, with previous involvement in housing support and tenancy sustainment. Successfully conducted thousands of property surveys, with over a decade of expertise in construction and project management. Skilled in providing technical support and managing local repairs contracts, ensuring compliance and seamless service delivery. An adaptive response to the COVID-19 pandemic was demonstrated through engagements assisting rough sleepers, initially in Slough and subsequently within Southwark Council. These roles highlight adaptability, showcasing the ability to swiftly pivot, learn, and manage change across diverse scenarios. Currently serving as Interim Quantity and Building Surveyor at Westminster City Council, conducting surveys and overseeing contractor collaboration.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Building and Quantity Surveyor (Interim)

Westminster City Council
London
09.2024 - 07.2025
  • Supervising contractors, defining scope of works using Schedule of Rates, monitoring progress, and approving quotations for the 'Behind Every Door' project.
  • Conducting site inspections and surveys, preparing cost estimates, and managing contracts to ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Advising on procurement strategies, overseeing budgets, and managing payment processes to maintain financial control of projects.
  • Evaluated bids from contractors and subcontractors to ensure value for money.

Building Surveyor (Interim)

Ealing London Borough Council
London
03.2023 - 09.2024
  • Conducting detailed surveys in designated geographic area, addressing Maintenance, Repairs, Damp and Mould issues within tenant-occupied properties and VOIDS.
  • Utilizing the Schedule of Rates system to create comprehensive Scopes of Works, outlining tasks, timelines, and resources for contractors.
  • Analysing peer surveyors' reports to formulate Scopes of Work.
  • Collaborating closely with contractors to define work scope and financial details, monitoring progress, and approving quotations for efficient resource utilization.
  • Performing post-inspections to verify quality and completeness of contractor tasks. Approving finished work and authorizing payments.

Repairs Surveyor for PRS team, Damp and Mould surveyor and HHSRS assessor

Croydon London Borough Council
London
08.2022 - 03.2023
  • Supporting Housing Initiatives and Emergency Accommodations teams as a Housing property inspector, ensuring PRS properties meet safety standards, comply with regulations, and adhere to the Decent Homes Standard.
  • Addressing tenant complaints of poor conditions such as damp, mould, or necessary repairs.
  • Creating pre-occupancy Decent Homes reports and coordinating remedial work with providers and contractors to maintain property standards.
  • Evaluating heating, kitchen, and bathroom facilities, addressing overcrowding issues, and ensuring fire safety.
  • Providing independent complaint handling and advice, effectively managing time to prioritize cases and deliver outcomes promptly.

Team Leader in the Rough Sleepers Rapid Assessments Hub (Interim)

Southwark London Borough Council
London
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Provide case management for new Rough Sleepers, developing plans and allocating suitable accommodation within a 12-week period.
  • Maintain communication with various partner organizations to reduce rough sleepers within the borough.
  • Advise clients on available support services and facilitate access to public funds.
  • Manage rent and service charge accounts in line with Council policies.
  • Ensure safety and well-being of Assessment Centre Hostel residents, overseeing property management and repair schedules.
  • Coordinate staff allocation and represent the Council at external meetings.
  • Develop and deliver training programs and maintain client databases.

Property Surveyor

Groundwork
London
02.2016 - 06.2022
  • Permanent Property Surveyor.
  • Member of team providing a broad spectrum of services based on property assessments in cooperation with Greater London Local Authorities and Housing Associations.
  • Conducted 3000+ home inspections to identify property-related issues for assessment purposes.
  • Performed hazard, safeguarding, and well-being assessments.
  • Involved in 30+ projects including but not limited to: Better Homes-Better Health, Wish, LEAP, ECHO, WHAS, Brent Barnet Energy Redress, Camden Well & Warm, Croydon Healthy Homes, Ealing Healthy Homes, HEART and Homes4Health.
  • Personally made inspections of households relocated after the Grenfell Tower fire.
  • Created comprehensive reports complete with photos and detailed descriptions of every aspect involved with heating and powering of inspected properties.
  • Provided expertise and familiarity with a national energy policy to identify any financial support available to reduce the cost of energy improvements.
  • Analysed and assessed vulnerable tenants' needs, developing personalised plans for each household.
  • Provided gateway for other related services.
  • Developed 1-1 relationships, consulting on behaviour advice and management changes to improve quality of life effectively.

Complex Needs Support Officer

Slough Borough Council
Slough
11.2020 - 01.2022
  • Rapid Intervention Outreach Worker: Engaged with rough sleepers, assessed needs, and provided personalized case management to transition individuals away from the streets.
  • Tenancy Sustainment Officer: Established constructive relationships with clients, delivering proactive support to minimize tenancy breaches.
  • Maintained efficient appointment system for home visits, reporting any issues identified during daily activities.
  • Enabled client relocations and provided assistance with social funds and budgeting.
  • Developed partnerships with external agencies to maximize client opportunities.
  • Maintained accurate case records and recorded actions on Council's ICT systems for performance monitoring.

Handover & Customer Care Coordinator/ Project Lead

Handover & Customer Care Coordinator/ Project Lead
London
01.2006 - 01.2016
  • Key member of teams across various projects, leading the business's zero defects policy to ensure all contracts were completed to optimal standards.
  • Managed full project lifecycle from planning to completion, ensuring effective scheduling, budget oversight, and cost management.
  • Led multi-disciplinary teams of subcontractors to address and resolve construction defects, achieving project signoffs through robust verification processes.
  • Analysed and diagnosed defects, coordinated precise rectification notices, and ensured compliance with project specifications and safety regulations.
  • Maintained detailed project documentation including Construction Phase Plans (CPP), method statements, and risk assessments. Compiled and issued comprehensive health & safety files to clients.
  • Partnered with Finishing Foremen to swiftly address and rectify snags and functional faults, ensuring all issues were resolved effectively before client inspections.

Sales Floor Manager

Wizard Electronics
New York
07.2004 - 12.2005

IT Field Service Technician

IT Group
Opole
01.2002 - 03.2004

Education

Master of Science - Environmental Protection, Environmental Engineering

University of Opole

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Protection, Waste Management

Science University

Skills

  • Verbal/written communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Data entry
  • Records/files maintenance
  • Staff management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Policies and procedures
  • Construction management
  • Building systems and services
  • Safety and compliance inspections
  • Risk management
  • Housing Health and Safety Rating System
  • Hazard Recognition
  • Quantity Surveying
  • Budgeting control
  • Project co-ordination
  • Estimating software familiarity
  • Site survey experience
  • Cost planning and control
  • Procurement route selection
  • Excel proficiency
  • Data analysis
  • Microsoft Office Suite

Languages

English
Polish
Russian
Ukrainian

KEY CERTIFICATIONS

  • Full, clean UK driving license
  • HHSRS Certificate
  • Level 3 Certificate in Domestic Energy Assessment (EPC)
  • Health & Safety in Residential Property Certificate
  • CIH Level 2 Certificate in Housing Practice
  • Asbestos Management
  • Fire Safety Assessment
  • NEA/City & Guilds Level 3 Award in Energy Awareness Level 2
  • City & Guilds Fuel Debt in the Community
  • Abuse and Homelessness Prevent for Practitioners
  • Voluntary and assisted returns (VRS) and EU Settlement Scheme
  • First-Aider
  • Working at Heights Essentials

Timeline

Building and Quantity Surveyor (Interim)

Westminster City Council
09.2024 - 07.2025

Building Surveyor (Interim)

Ealing London Borough Council
03.2023 - 09.2024

Repairs Surveyor for PRS team, Damp and Mould surveyor and HHSRS assessor

Croydon London Borough Council
08.2022 - 03.2023

Team Leader in the Rough Sleepers Rapid Assessments Hub (Interim)

Southwark London Borough Council
01.2022 - 08.2022

Complex Needs Support Officer

Slough Borough Council
11.2020 - 01.2022

Property Surveyor

Groundwork
02.2016 - 06.2022

Handover & Customer Care Coordinator/ Project Lead

Handover & Customer Care Coordinator/ Project Lead
01.2006 - 01.2016

Sales Floor Manager

Wizard Electronics
07.2004 - 12.2005

IT Field Service Technician

IT Group
01.2002 - 03.2004

Bachelor of Science - Environmental Protection, Waste Management

Science University

Master of Science - Environmental Protection, Environmental Engineering

University of Opole

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