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Estates Surveyor – 3-Month Contract (Local Authority) Location: Wyre Forest House, Worcestershire Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 2 days on site Rate: £37.76 per hour Contract Length: 3 Months Hours: 37 hours per week (Full Time) Pay Frequency: Bi-weekly Client: Local Authority Summary We are looking for a skilled Estates Surveyor to join the Property Services team of a Local Authority on a 3-month contract. This role is ideal for a property professional with a commercial mindset, tasked with managing and developing a diverse portfolio of over 250 council-owned properties, including both operational and non-operational buildings, land, and investment properties. The successful candidate will be instrumental in enhancing the commercial value of the Council's estate, handling landlord and tenant issues, managing property transactions, and identifying new revenue opportunities.
Collaboration with the Property Services Manager, Finance and Legal teams, external managing agents, and other stakeholders will be essential to ensure effective estate and asset management. Responsibilities
- Execute a variety of estate and asset management tasks across the Council's property portfolio.
- Oversee the leasing of vacant commercial spaces and properties.
- Negotiate, review, and issue commercial leases and licenses.
- Handle landlord and tenant issues, including commercial rent reviews.
- Provide advice on property and land valuations using market, income, and cost-based methods.
- Assist in the acquisition and disposal of land and property.
- Identify opportunities to enhance commercial income and improve the Council's property portfolio performance.
- Manage relationships and contracts with letting agents, valuation advisers, and external property consultants.
- Coordinate with Asset and Portfolio Managers and Managing Agents for the Council's Capital Portfolio Fund.
- Collaborate with Finance and Accountancy teams to manage the Council's Asset Valuations contract.
- Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the Strategic Asset Management Plan.
- Monitor property budgets and prepare financial statements and service updates.
- Support the management of over 250 Council-owned assets.
- Provide professional property advice to internal departments, tenants, and external stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and RICS guidance. Requirements Requirements:
- Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience as a Chartered Surveyor in the commercial property sector.
- Strong experience in estate management, including negotiating commercial leases and rent reviews.
- Proficiency in property valuations using market, income, and cost approaches.
- Experience in marketing commercial properties for sale and letting.
- Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field such as Estate Management, Property Management, Facilities Management, or Town and Country Planning.
- Solid understanding of Landlord and Tenant legislation.
- Excellent negotiation, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to independently manage relationships with tenants, customers, and stakeholders.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365.
- Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
- Emotional resilience and capability to work effectively under pressure. Desirable Experience
- Previous experience in a Local Authority or public sector environment.
- Experience in commercial property acquisitions and disposals.
- Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or a commitment to achieving membership.
- Experience with digital property mapping software. Working Arrangements This hybrid role requires attendance at the Council's offices at Wyre Forest House two days per week. The candidate will also need to conduct site visits across the Council's property portfolio as needed. A suitable vehicle with business-use insurance is required, and business mileage will be reimbursed according to the Council's rates. What's on Offer?
- Competitive hourly rate of £37.76.
- Initial 3-month contract.
- Full-time hours of 37 per week.
- Bi-weekly pay.
- Hybrid working arrangement with two days on site.
- Opportunity to work within an established Local Authority Property Services team.
- Exposure to a varied portfolio of over 250 commercial and operational assets. Ideal Candidate This role is perfect for an experienced Chartered Estates Surveyor, Commercial Property Surveyor, or Estates Management Surveyor with a robust background in commercial property management, landlord and tenant negotiations, lease management, and property valuations. While previous Local Authority experience is beneficial, candidates with strong commercial property experience from the private sector are also encouraged to apply.
