Chartered Estates Surveyor - Local Authority Portfolio Lead

Civic Recruitment Limited; Frankley; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bi-weekly pay

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Estates Surveyor to join a Local Authority's Property Services team on a 3-month contract. The role manages a portfolio of over 250 council-owned properties, including operational and non-operational assets, with a commercial focus and landlord-tenant negotiations.

Hybrid working with two days on site at Wyre Forest House, Worcestershire; salary £37.76 per hour for 37 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Chartered Surveyor with 2+ years post-qualification experience in commercial property.
• Estate management experience including negotiating leases and rent reviews.
• Valuation proficiency using market, income and cost approaches.
• Experience marketing commercial properties for sale and letting.
• Degree in Estate/Property/Facilities Management or Town & Country Planning.
• Strong knowledge of Landlord and Tenant legislation.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage relationships with tenants, customers and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office and 365.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Emotional resilience and ability to work under pressure.
• Public sector/local authority experience beneficial.
• Experience in commercial property acquisitions/disposals.
• RICS membership or commitment to achieving membership.
• Experience with digital property mapping software.

Responsibilities

• Execute estate and asset management tasks across the council's portfolio.
• Oversee leasing of vacant commercial spaces and properties.
• Negotiate, review and issue leases and licenses.
• Handle landlord and tenant issues, including rent reviews.
• Provide valuations using market, income and cost-based methods.
• Assist in acquisitions and disposals of land and property.
• Identify opportunities to enhance commercial income and portfolio performance.
• Manage relationships with letting agents, valuation advisers and external consultants.
• Coordinate with Asset and Portfolio Managers and Managing Agents for the Capital Portfolio Fund.
• Collaborate with Finance and Accountancy on Asset Valuations contract.
• Contribute to the Strategic Asset Management Plan.
• Monitor budgets and prepare financial statements and updates.
• Support management of over 250 Council-owned assets.
• Provide professional property advice to internal/external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, standards and RICS guidance.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Relationship management

Problem solving

IT literacy

Education

Degree in Estate Management / Property Management / Facilities Management / Town & Country Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Microsoft 365

Job description

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a skilled Estates Surveyor to join a Local Authority's Property Services team on a 3-month contract. The role manages a portfolio of over 250 council-owned properties, including operational and non-operational assets, with a commercial focus and landlord-tenant negotiations.

Hybrid working with two days on site at Wyre Forest House, Worcestershire; salary £37.76 per hour for 37 hours a week.