Job Specification: Senior Estates SurveyorLocal Authority
Job PurposeThe organisation manages a substantial property portfolio with operational real estate activities forming a key part of this value. Effective and proactive management of this portfolio is critical to supporting the organisation's strategic objectives, long-term financial planning, and service delivery priorities.The Senior Estates Surveyor will support by delivering optimisation, rationalisation and improved performance of the operational portfolio. This includes ensuring best consideration is achieved under Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972, carrying out financial and commercial analysis, managing leases, and overseeing day-to-day operational management to enhance income and reduce occupancy costs.The postholder will manage their own caseload and contribute directly to strategic asset management workstreams.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
1. Support the development of asset management and investment strategies, identifying surplus or under-performing assets and proposing value-add initiatives or disposal options aligned to service needs.
2. Proactively manage the operational property portfolio, ensuring assets remain fit for purpose. Responsibilities include negotiating leases, renewals, rent reviews, and undertaking or arranging property inspections, condition reports and dilapidation schedules.
3. Monitor expenditure and prep...