Senior Land and Development Surveyor

Civic Recruitment Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is recruiting for a seasoned property professional to lead development, asset management, and estate management across the Borough Council's diverse portfolio, including commercial, residential, and agricultural assets.

The role spearheads development initiatives, regeneration projects, property transactions, and strategic asset management to enhance income, unlock development potential, and support broader regeneration and investment goals.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in managing commercial property portfolios.
• Proficiency in property acquisitions, disposals, asset management and development activities.
• Demonstrated experience in estate management and handling property contract issues.
• Proven ability to lead complex property negotiations and transactions.

Responsibilities

• Offer expert development advice for the Council's commercial and residential properties.
• Conduct development appraisals and feasibility studies on brownfield and greenfield sites.
• Formulate strategies to maximise capital returns through disposals and development opportunities.
• Negotiate joint venture agreements to facilitate regeneration and development projects.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve value, efficiency and performance of the portfolio.
• Provide property and development expertise to support regeneration initiatives.

Skills

Property portfolio management

Negotiation

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

RICS membership

Job description

Swindon, United Kingdom | Posted on 07/09/2026

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That’s why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

7 months contract with a local authority

Summary

• This role involves delivering expert property development, asset management, and estate management services for the Borough Council's diverse property portfolio, which includes commercial, residential, and agricultural assets. The successful candidate will spearhead development initiatives, regeneration projects, property transactions, and strategic asset management efforts. The aim is to enhance income generation, unlock development potential, and support the Council's broader regeneration and investment goals.

Responsibilities

• Offer expert development advice for the Council's commercial and residential properties.
• Conduct development appraisals and feasibility studies on both brownfield and greenfield sites.
• Formulate strategies to maximize capital returns through property disposals and development opportunities.
• Negotiate joint venture agreements to facilitate regeneration and development projects.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve the value, efficiency, and performance of the Council's property portfolio.
• Provide property and development expertise to support regeneration initiatives.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in managing commercial property portfolios.
• Proficiency in property acquisitions, disposals, asset management, and development activities.
• Demonstrated experience in estate management and handling property contract issues.
• Proven ability to lead complex property negotiations and transactions.
• Strong history of achieving results through both individual efforts and teamwork.

Essential Qualifications

• Membership in the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) with relevant post-qualification experience.

Additional Information

• The role involves working in office, site, and stakeholder environments.
• Regular site inspections and property visits are required.
• Participation in meetings with tenants, developers, consultants, Members, and stakeholders is necessary.
• Occasional evening meetings may be required.
• Travel across the Borough is part of the job responsibilities.
• The position is a 7-month contract with a local authority, offering a rate of £425 per day Umbrella.
• Payments are made on a bi-weekly schedule.