Interim Senior Estates Manager

Senior Estates Surveyor (Part-Time, 3 days P/W)
Rutland Council (Office Based)
Day Rate: £400p/d Umbrella
 
I'm currently supporting a Council client with the appointment of a Part-Time Senior Estates Surveyor to provide strategic and operational oversight across their corporate property portfolio.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced MRICS-qualified Estates professional who enjoys balancing hands-on estate management with asset strategy, compliance, and financial control.

The Role
Working three days per week in the office, you will take ownership of a varied local authority portfolio, ensuring it is effectively managed, financially controlled, and aligned to the Council's wider objectives.
You'll play a key role in driving compliance, innovation, and best practice across property management and asset strategy.

Key Responsibilities
Property Management

· Oversee the management of all council-owned properties, ensuring high standards of maintenance and efficient use.

· Provide effective, efficient and economic property advice to Council services and external providers.

· Develop and sustain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.

· Ensure the property management database (Minerva) is accurately maintained through regular review and updates.
 
Asset Management

· Manage acquisitions, disposals, leases, rent reviews and valuations.

· Lead on annual portfolio reviews to ensure statutory compliance and alignment with Council objectives.

· Oversee outsourced annual fixed asset valuations and property insurance processes.

· Promote innovative and creative solutions to support service-driven property needs.
 
Compliance

· Ensure all properties comply with relevant legislation, health & safety standards and Council policies.

· Embed good practice across the estate and support continuous improvement.
 
Budget & Performance Management

· Prepare and manage the property department budget, ensuring financial efficiency and accountability.

· Ensure the financial system (Unit4) accurately reflects live property data.

· Deliver agreed service and personal performance targets.

· Identify and arrange training where required through appraisal processes.
 
REQUIREMENTS

TO APPLY:

· UK Resident

· MRICS qualified (essential)

· Minimum 3 years' experience managing a local authority or public sector estates teams.

· Strong knowledge of landlord & tenant, valuation, and asset strategy
 
If you're an experienced Estates Surveyor looking for a flexible, senior-level contract with real strategic input, please apply below