Interim Estates Manager

Park Avenue Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Cambridgeshire is seeking a professional for a 3-month contract role, focusing on asset management within the public sector. The ideal candidate must have public sector experience and MRICS accreditation. This position offers excellent flexibility with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home, along with a competitive day rate between £500 to £550.

Qualifications

• Public sector experience is required.
• Must hold MRICS accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Asset Manager in developing asset management plans.
• Oversee effective property maintenance to meet high standards.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Manage estate income and maximize revenue opportunities.
• Monitor lease compliance for value-for-money arrangements.
• Embed sustainability and environmental considerations.
• Support acquisition and disposal of property assets.

Skills

Public sector experience

MRICS accreditation

Job description

Overview

Park Avenue are pleased to present that they are actively working on a vacancy with a public sector organisation in Cambridgeshire.

Day Rate - £500 - £550 per day (inside IR35)

Contract Length - 3-months (initially, with potential for extension)

Working Arrangements - 2 days per week in the office, 3 working from home

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Asset Manager in developing medium to long-term asset management plans that promote active management of land and buildings, ensuring they continue to meet the Council\'s corporate objectives.
• Overseeing the effective maintenance of properties, ensuring high standards are consistently met.
• Ensure full compliance with statutory and local regulations, including Health & Safety requirements.
• Manage estate income by securing payments, maximising revenue opportunities, and supporting the delivery of Council services.
• Monitor and enforce lease compliance, ensuring value for money in all property arrangements.
• Embed sustainability, social value, and environmental considerations into estate management practices.
• Support the acquisition and disposal of property assets within the operational and investment estate.

Qualifications

• You must hold public sector experience.
• You must be MRICS accredited.

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for a driven and career-oriented professional who can begin right away in a dynamic, fast-paced setting. You will be an integral part of a thriving property team, contributing meaningfully and helping to make a real impact.

If you are interested in being considered for this position, then please send your CV to [e-mail] or alternatively, please give me a call on 02039761523 for a confidential discussion.