Property Service Manager (Interim)

Michael Page (UK); Peterborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in East Anglia is looking for an Interim Property Services Manager to lead property services, ensuring compliance and effective asset management. The ideal candidate will be MRICS qualified and experienced in team leadership. This temporary role offers a competitive daily rate of £600 to £660. If you have skills in budget oversight and strategic planning, apply today for the chance to make a positive impact in the public sector.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Flexible responsibilities

Public sector experience

Qualifications

• Experienced in property compliance and local government estates.
• Confident in budget oversight and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance programmes.
• Manage a team of 14 surveyors, technicians, and support staff.
• Ensure statutory compliance with H&S, fire safety, asbestos, and legionella.

Skills

Team leadership

Budget oversight

Property compliance

External contractor management

Education

MRICS qualified

Job description

• Lead a high-performing team tackling real compliance challenges
• Strategic role with temp-to-perm potential in a respected authority

About Our Client

A progressive local authority in East Anglia is seeking an experienced Interim Property Services Manager to lead its property services function. The council has a diverse estate and is committed to ensuring full statutory compliance and effective asset management.

Job Description

Reporting to the Assistant Director of Property, you will:

• Oversee planned and reactive maintenance programmes
• Manage a team of 14 surveyors, technicians, and support staff
• Lead appraisals, development, performance management, and set KPIs
• Manage external service partners
• Ensure statutory compliance with H&S, fire safety, asbestos, and legionella
• Prepare and manage service budgets
• Oversee annual valuations with external valuers
• Maintain a 3-day per week office presence

The Successful Applicant

You will be:

• MRICS qualified
• Experienced in property compliance and local government estates
• Skilled in team leadership and external contractor management
• Confident in budget oversight and strategic planning
• Available to start within two weeks

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily rate of £600 to £660, paid in GBP.
• Temporary role offering flexibility and varied responsibilities.
• Opportunity to work within the public sector in King's Lynn.
• Be part of a small-sized organisation with a focus on property services.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Property Service Manager to make a positive impact in the public sector. If you meet the criteria, we encourage you to apply.