Estates Surveyor – 3 Month Contract

Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the main contact for tenants within the Council's diverse commercial estate.
  


• Oversee a broad spectrum of Landlord and Tenant matters.
  


• Lead negotiations on:
  
  
  
  • Rent Reviews
    
  
  
  • Lease Renewals
    
  
  
  • Lease Re-gears
    
  
  
  • New Lease Agreements
    
  
  


• Foster and maintain strong relationships with tenants and occupiers.
  


• Collaborate with Legal Services to advance lease documentation and finalize transactions.
  


• Coordinate with Finance teams to ensure accurate recording of rental income, service charges, and other payments.
  


• Track lease events and ensure adherence to key deadlines.
  


• Provide regular updates on:
  
  
  
  • Rent Reviews
    
  
  
  • Lease Renewals
    
  
  
  • Tenant Negotiations
    
  
  
  • Estate Management Activities
    
  
  


• Monitor property income and expenditure budgets.
  


• Identify financial risks and opportunities within the estate.
  


• Develop financial forecasts and support strategic property decisions.
  


• Ensure compliance with relevant laws, professional standards, and council policies.
  


• Contribute to the effective management and performance of the commercial property portfolio.
  

Essential

• MRICS Qualified Chartered Surveyor.
  


• Extensive experience in Commercial Property Management.
  


• Strong expertise in Landlord and Tenant Surveying.
  


• Proven track record in negotiating:
  
  
  
  • Rent Reviews
    
  
  
  • Lease Renewals
    
  
  
  • Lease Re-gears
    
  
  
  • New Lease Transactions
    
  
  


• Experience managing a mixed commercial or mixed-use property portfolio.
  


• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
  


• Experience collaborating with legal and finance professionals.
  


• Proficiency in:
  
  
  
  • Budget Monitoring
    
  
  
  • Income Forecasting
    
  
  
  • Financial Reporting
    
  
  
  • Property Performance Analysis
    
  
  


• Exceptional analytical and reporting capabilities.
  


• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
  

Desirable

• Experience in Local Authority or Public Sector property management.
  


• Familiarity with property management systems.
  


• Proficiency in financial reporting and budget monitoring tools.
  


• Experience managing commercial investment assets.
  

What's on Offer?

• £400.00 per day (Umbrella)
  


• 3 Month Contract
  


• Hybrid Working – 3 Days Office / 2 Days Remote
  


• Location: Grays, Essex
  


• Bi-weekly Pay
  


• Opportunity to manage a diverse commercial property portfolio.
  


• Work within a professional and supportive Property Team.
  


• High-profile role combining commercial estate management, landlord and tenant matters, and financial performance monitoring.