Property Surveyor

Critical Project Resourcing Ltd; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in East London is seeking an Interim Commercial Surveyor to manage its extensive portfolio of over 600 commercial properties. The successful candidate will ensure effective management while optimizing income and minimizing disputes, reporting directly to the Commercial Manager. Candidates should hold an MRICS qualification and have experience in the public sector managing commercial properties.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing commercial property portfolios in a public sector.
• Proficient in handling tenant negotiations and lease events.
• Strong understanding of commercial property best practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage rent reviews and lease renewals across the portfolio.
• Coordinate dilapidations processes and ensure compliance.
• Deliver solutions to complex property issues.

Skills

Landlord and tenant legislation

Tenant negotiations

Handling lease events

Education

Member or Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS)

Job description

Interim Commercial Surveyor
East London/Hybrid
£500 per day (Umbrella)

An East London Local Authority is seeking an Interim Commercial Building Surveyor to join their Property team and support the effective management of the Council’s extensive commercial property portfolio.

Role Overview:

This is a key role within the Council’s Commercial Property team, reporting to the Commercial Manager. You will be one of nine team members responsible for overseeing a diverse portfolio of over 600 commercial properties, comprising predominantly retail units, alongside industrial sites, offices, land, and community centres.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage rent reviews and lease renewals across the portfolio
• Handle tenant applications for assignments, subletting, alterations, and Deeds of Variation
• Coordinate and advise on dilapidations processes
• Support the management of the Council’s operational commercial assets
• Ensure compliance, optimise income, and minimise outstanding lease events and tenant disputes
• Deliver solutions to complex property issues, balancing Council and stakeholder needs

Requirements:

• Member or Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS/FRICS)
• Demonstrable experience in managing commercial property portfolios in a public sector or similar setting
• Proficient in handling lease events and tenant negotiations
• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant legislation and best practice

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