Regional Property Surveyor

Project People; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications firm in Reading is seeking a skilled Regional Property Surveyor to manage its dynamic radio estates portfolio. This hybrid role involves overseeing estate management, providing expert advice to stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have proven expertise in commercial property management and relevant qualifications. The position offers flexibility for work-life balance while focusing on delivering essential infrastructure for clients.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in commercial property or estate management.
• Professional property-related qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion day-to-day estate management across defined telecom sites.
• Lead on Code Agreement renewals and rent reviews.
• Provide property advice to contractors and stakeholders.

Skills

Commercial property expertise

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Familiarity with Electronic Communications Code

Insight into commercial valuation

Education

MRICS or equivalent

Job description

At MBNL, our mission is to deliver maximum value to our shareholders by managing and enhancing the UK’s best mobile network at the lowest possible cost. As the joint venture between EE and Three, we sit at the heart of telecommunications excellence.

Are you a skilled property professional with a passion for estate management and a thirst for innovation? MBNL is seeking a Regional Property Surveyor (RPS) to oversee and optimise the operational integrity of our dynamic radio estates portfolio. You’ll be an authority on property‑related matters and help shape strategic decisions that influence nationwide telecommunications infrastructure. This is a hybrid role with a minimum of 2 days per week based in our Central Reading office.

As part of a collaborative and high‑performing team, you'll deliver specialist advice to internal departments, external legal and surveying professionals, and interface directly with our shareholders—EE, BT and VodafoneThree. This role is pivotal in enabling us to fulfil both commercial and regulatory ambitions, including compliance with the Digital Economy Act 2017 and PSTI Act.

What you’ll do

• Champion day‑to‑day estate management across a defined cohort of telecom sites.
• Lead on Code Agreement renewals, rent reviews, 54 Act lease renewals, exit management, and breach resolution.
• Provide pragmatic and consistent property advice to contractors, suppliers, and stakeholders.
• Escalate and resolve access issues and wayleaves effectively.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally to embed process innovation and deliver quick wins across MBNL’s property landscape.
• Prepare and present Witness of Fact statements when required, supporting tribunal proceedings.

What you’ll bring

• Proven expertise in commercial property or estate management.
• Professional property‑related qualifications (e.g., MRICS, RICS) or equivalent experience.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with an ability to influence at all levels.
• Familiarity with the Electronic Communications Code and associated legislation.
• Experience working with telecom operators, managed service providers, or chartered surveying practices.
• Insight into commercial valuation methodologies and lease negotiations within telecom infrastructure.

Seniority level

Not Applicable

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Consulting

Industries

Telecommunications and Surveying and Mapping Services

MBNL is proud recipients of the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award and is Disability Confident accredited.

Inclusion & Diversity

At MBNL we embrace equality, diversity, and inclusion. People are at the heart of everything we do and collectively we strive to create an environment where everyone can flourish. By fostering an inclusive environment, we are championing each other’s uniqueness. Inclusion & Diversity at MBNL will unlock innovation and continue to evolve how we work, to help us deliver world‑class infrastructure for our Shareholders and their customers.

Work flexibility

We will work creatively to offer flexible working arrangements, such as non‑standard hours, part‑time and remote working. We want to support you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities.