Surveyor GOS Property Management

Cushman & Wakefield; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A global real estate services leader in Birmingham is looking for a Surveyor to manage a diverse property portfolio. This role involves collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders, ensuring effective property management, and providing strategic advice. The ideal candidate will have a degree-level qualification in estate management and relevant experience in commercial property. Strong technical knowledge and basic IT skills are required. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to contribute to diverse client needs.

Qualifications

• 2 years of commercial property experience preferred.
• Up-to-date knowledge of legislation regarding property management is required.
• Demonstrable technical competence in property management essential.

Responsibilities

• Ensure cost-effective operational running of client portfolio.
• Liaise with clients and 3rd parties to ensure uninterrupted property use.
• Identify and drive through cost savings for corporate occupiers.

Skills

Commercial property experience

Knowledge of legislation regarding property management

Technical competence in property management

Basic IT skills (word-processing, spreadsheets)

Education

Degree level estate management qualification or equivalent

Membership of RICS

Tools

TRAMPS

PM&A

Job description

Job Title

Surveyor - GOS - Property Management

Job Description Summary

Job Description

Surveyor

Global Occupier Services

Birmingham

Cushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, helping clients transform the way people work, shop, and live. The firm’s 52,000 employees in more than 60 countries provide deep local and global insights that create significant value for occupiers and investors around the world. Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest commercial real estate services firms with revenues of $5 billion across core services of agency leasing, asset services, capital markets, facilities services (branded C&W Services), global occupier services, investment management (branded DTZ Investors), tenant representation, and valuations & advisory.

We have an fantastic opportunity for a Surveyor to join our expanding, market-leading Global Occupier Services business team. You will be assisting in the management of a diverse property portfolio for one of our most prestigious accounts. Providing occupier clients with full property management services, based in Birmingham collaborating with other business services across the Cushman & Wakefield Group.

Responsibilities

• To ensure cost effective operational running of client portfolio/region
• Liaison with clients and 3rd parties i.e. landlords and their agents to ensure uninterrupted use of the client’s premises, effectively acting as the intermediary between landlord and tenant
• Identify and drive through cost savings for corporate occupiers
• For sublet properties, monitor income collection and tenant liaison
• Manage exit strategies for freehold and leasehold properties being vacated
• Provide reasoned strategic advice to clients on lease events where required
• Ensure adherence to lease terms and compliance with statutory requirements (to include inspections where required) and advising clients of same
• Manage and liaise with other Cushman & Wakefield teams and other professionals to provide a full service to the client
• Direct and frequent client contact and reporting

Qualifications

• Degree level estate management qualification or equivalent desired
• Membership of RICS desired

Knowledge & Experience

• Indicative 2 years relevant commercial property experience
• Up to date knowledge of legislation regarding property management
• Demonstrable technical competence in property management
• Basic IT skills (word-processing and spreadsheets) Property management / general practice background for or within either a corporate, public sector or private practice
• Working knowledge of industry specific packages preferred (e.g. TRAMPS/PM&A)

We foster a culture of inclusion that embraces the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We firmly believe that our diversity enhances our team's capabilities, leading to improved decision-making, innovation, and business outcomes. If you have any reservations about applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to your local recruiter for additional information