Estates Surveyor

Contract | Civic Recruitment Limited | United Kingdom

Posted On 13/11/2026

City Frankley

Province Worcestershire

Postal Code B32

Location: Wyre Forest House, Worcestershire

Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 2 days on site

Rate: £37.76 per hour

Hours: 37 hours per week (Full Time)

Client: Local Authority

We are looking for a skilled Estates Surveyor to join the Property Services team of a Local Authority on a 3-month contract. This role is ideal for a property professional with a commercial mindset, tasked with managing and developing a diverse portfolio of over 250 council-owned properties, including both operational and non-operational buildings, land, and investment properties. The successful candidate will be instrumental in enhancing the commercial value of the Council's estate, handling landlord and tenant issues, managing property transactions, and identifying new revenue opportunities.

Collaboration with the Property Services Manager, Finance and Legal teams, external managing agents, and other stakeholders will be essential to ensure effective estate and asset management.

• Execute a variety of estate and asset management tasks across the Council's property portfolio.
• Oversee the leasing of vacant commercial spaces and properties.
• Negotiate, review, and issue commercial leases and licenses.
• Handle landlord and tenant issues, including commercial rent reviews.
• Provide advice on property and land valuations using market, income, and cost-based methods.
• Assist in the acquisition and disposal of land and property.
• Identify opportunities to enhance commercial income and improve the Council's property portfolio performance.
• Manage relationships and contracts with letting agents, valuation advisers, and external property consultants.
• Coordinate with Asset and Portfolio Managers and Managing Agents for the Council's Capital Portfolio Fund.
• Collaborate with Finance and Accountancy teams to manage the Council's Asset Valuations contract.
• Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the Strategic Asset Management Plan.
• Monitor property budgets and prepare financial statements and service updates.
• Support the management of over 250 Council-owned assets.
• Provide professional property advice to internal departments, tenants, and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and RICS guidance.

Requirements:

• Minimum of two years' post-qualification experience as a Chartered Surveyor in the commercial property sector.
• Strong experience in estate management, including negotiating commercial leases and rent reviews.
• Proficiency in property valuations using market, income, and cost approaches.
• Experience in marketing commercial properties for sale and letting.
• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field such as Estate Management, Property Management, Facilities Management, or Town and Country Planning.
• Solid understanding of Landlord and Tenant legislation.
• Excellent negotiation, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to independently manage relationships with tenants, customers, and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficient IT skills, including Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365.
• Full UK driving license and access to a vehicle.
• Emotional resilience and capability to work effectively under pressure.
• Previous experience in a Local Authority or public sector environment.
• Experience in commercial property acquisitions and disposals.
• Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) or a commitment to achieving membership.
• Experience with digital property mapping software.