Estate Surveyor – Cheshire – £45.00 per hour (Umbrella) A Local Authority in Cheshire is seeking an experienced Interim Estate Surveyor to join their Property Services team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in managing and improving a diverse property portfolio. Key Responsibilities Manage service charges, including preparation and maintenance of apportionment schedules and accuracy checks. Ensure rent collection meets KPIs, holding regular debt meetings as required. Review and process tenant applications, preparing ODNs and instructing solicitors within agreed timescales. Oversee a portfolio of land and property holdings, including tenant management functions such as lettings, assignments, sub-lettings, changes of use, alterations, dilapidations, surrenders, and defect monitoring. Provide accurate insurance data to the Council’s Insurance Team, ensuring premiums are correctly recharged to tenants. Manage and develop the Council’s EPC data strategy. Mentor and support junior Surveyors and Assistants. Review and challenge asset performance, contributing to option appraisals, planned maintenance, investment needs, and opportunities to improve value. Requirements Degree qualified and a Member of the RICS. Strong background in property management across complex estates and portfolios. Proven ability to deliver complex projects successfully. Experience of working with both interna...