Job Description
Principal Estates Surveyor
Location: Exeter (Hybrid – office and site visits required)
Salary: £54,180 – £76,944 + excellent benefits
Contract Type: Permanent
Are you a Chartered Surveyor (MRICS/FRICS) seeking a new challenge with a broad and high-impact remit?
Do you thrive on managing complex property portfolios and delivering strategic estates advice across a diverse operational estate?
Morson Talent are proud to be supporting a major public sector organisation in their search for a Principal Estates Surveyor to join their team in Exeter. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in managing and developing a varied estate — from operational sites and offices to rural land holdings — ensuring it is fit for purpose and aligned with the organisation's long-term strategy.
The Role
As Principal Estates Surveyor, you will:
* Lead on estates-related inputs into property projects, ensuring compliance with public sector property legislation and governance.
* Provide expert advice on property acquisitions, disposals, and landlord/tenant matters.
* Manage complex, high-value property transactions and associated casework.
* Oversee the delivery of professional estate services through external consultants, agents, and legal advisors.
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