What's involved with this role:
Job Title: Commercial Property Manager and Senior Surveyor
Ref: Cheshire W 5274789
Pay rate: £21.65 per hour PAYE
Role length: Anticipated 3 months
Working arrangements: Hybrid working. Must be willing to adopt a flexible working pattern, including evening meetings
Additional requirement: Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
The role:
We are seeking a Commercial Property Manager and Senior Surveyor to manage the commercial estate ensuring rent and service charges are collected on time, properties are kept in repair and ensure tenants are complying with their lease terms.
You will carry out site visits and inspections.
Good negotiation skills and previous tenant liaison experience is required for this role.
Key responsibilities:
Service charge management – particularly around the preparation and maintenance of apportionment schedules and accuracy checks
Ensure rent collection is in line with KPIs and hold regular debt meetings
Review and manage tenant applications and prepare ODNs within the required timescales and instructing solicitors, as necessary
Be responsible for and manage a portfolio of land and property holdings and implement general tenant management functions including lettings; assignments; sub-lettings; changes of use; alteration of property; schedules of condition / dilapidations; surrenders; monitoring and reporting of property defects
Responsible for provision of accurate insurance data to the Council Insurance team
Responsible for EPC data management and strategy across the estate
Monitor and mentor the work of more junior grade Estates Surveyors and Estates Assistant staff as appropriate
Review and challenge asset performance and contribute to the identification of opportunities to improve asset performance, including planned maintenance and investment requirements, and undertake property option appraisals to inform timely and effective decision making
Responsible for ensuring that all insurance premiums are recharged to tenants
To issue instructions to Legal, Finance, and Income services (and others, e.g. consultants) in regard to agreed transactions and debt recovery
What the client is looking for:
Degree and a Member of the RICS
Strong track record in property management
Skilled at engaging internal and external stakeholders to drive service delivery
Proven ability to manage complex estates and portfolios, ensuring full compliance with H&S, rent collection, and service charge management
In-depth knowledge of service charges, rent procedures, assignments, repair notices, property law, and RICS standards
Well-versed in current RICS and CIPFA guidance, legislation, and best practices relevant to the property sector
Ability to stay up to date on property legislation and regulatory changes
Apply legal expertise to support senior managers with informed property decisions
Excellent at building and maintaining tenant and client relationships
Strong understanding of lease structures and lease interpretation
Confident in handling tenant consent applications in line with legal protocols
Expert in managing service charges with full regulatory compliance
Familiar with VAT, banking procedures, and credit control practices
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and property databases
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Actively contribute to departmental planning and performance
Capable of supervising, delegating to, and mentoring junior team members
How to Apply:
Quote the Job Title and Reference Number in your application.
Submit your CV in Word format.
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Job Ref: Cheshire W 5274789
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