Estates Manager

Grays - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

To provide day-to-day operational leadership of the Councils non-housing property portfolio ensuring effective estate management income protection and risk management. The role manages two professional surveyors and oversees all routine and reactive property management activities.

Key Accountabilities

Manage the day-to-day operation of the Councils non-housing property portfolio ensuring assets are managed efficiently compliantly and in line with Council policies.
Line manage Estates Surveyors including workload allocation performance management appraisals professional supervision and quality assurance of outputs.
Oversee landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews lease renewals re-gears terminations licences assignments and enforcement actions.
Ensure effective instruction and management of external professional advisors (agents valuers solicitors) controlling costs and quality of advice.
Act as the primary operational point of contact for tenants internal services and external stakeholders on estate management issues.
Manage and prioritise competing workstreams responding to urgent or high-risk property matters as they arise.
Identify and manage operational risks associated with property management escalating issues of significant financial legal or reputational impact.
Support income protection and financial performance through timely lease management and resolution of disputes.
Deputise for senior property management where required on operational matters.
Direct line management responsibility for two Estates Surveyors.
May oversee temporary agency or project-based resources as required.
Comply with data protection legislation and the Councils Information Security Policy including supporting policies.
Work flexibly regarding hours and location including remote and home working as required.
Participate in performance development talent reviews and contribute to identifying personal and team development goals.
Actively promote and comply with the Councils diversity and equality policies.
Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety legislation Council policies and locally agreed safe methods of work.
Understand and act on the Councils Section 17 responsibilities under the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.
Undertake other duties consistent with the role and grade as directed by senior management.
Maintain relevant mandatory training in line with legislation.

Requirements

Chartered Surveyor (RICS) or equivalent qualification.
Degree or professional qualification in property real estate or related discipline (desirable).

Proven experience in estate/property management preferably with non-housing/commercial portfolios.
Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law rent reviews lease management and property agreements.
Experience managing and developing professional teams including performance management.
Experience managing external advisors (agents valuers solicitors) and controlling costs.
Track record in managing operational risks and resolving complex property issues.

Excellent negotiation communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and urgent operational matters effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements relevant to property management.
Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion principles.

Additional Information

Bi-Weekly Payments
37 Working Hours Per Week
Hybrid Working

3 Month Contract With A Local AuthorityJob PurposeTo provide day-to-day operational leadership of the Councils non-housing property portfolio ensuring effective estate management income protection and risk management. The role manages two professional surveyors and oversees all routine and reactive ...

3 Month Contract With A Local Authority

Job Purpose

Key Accountabilities

Manage the day-to-day operation of the Councils non-housing property portfolio ensuring assets are managed efficiently compliantly and in line with Council policies.
Line manage Estates Surveyors including workload allocation performance management appraisals professional supervision and quality assurance of outputs.
Oversee landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews lease renewals re-gears terminations licences assignments and enforcement actions.
Ensure effective instruction and management of external professional advisors (agents valuers solicitors) controlling costs and quality of advice.
Act as the primary operational point of contact for tenants internal services and external stakeholders on estate management issues.
Manage and prioritise competing workstreams responding to urgent or high-risk property matters as they arise.
Identify and manage operational risks associated with property management escalating issues of significant financial legal or reputational impact.
Support income protection and financial performance through timely lease management and resolution of disputes.
Deputise for senior property management where required on operational matters.
Direct line management responsibility for two Estates Surveyors.
May oversee temporary agency or project-based resources as required.
Comply with data protection legislation and the Councils Information Security Policy including supporting policies.
Work flexibly regarding hours and location including remote and home working as required.
Participate in performance development talent reviews and contribute to identifying personal and team development goals.
Actively promote and comply with the Councils diversity and equality policies.
Ensure full compliance with Health and Safety legislation Council policies and locally agreed safe methods of work.
Understand and act on the Councils Section 17 responsibilities under the Crime and Disorder Act 1998.
Undertake other duties consistent with the role and grade as directed by senior management.
Maintain relevant mandatory training in line with legislation.

Requirements

Chartered Surveyor (RICS) or equivalent qualification.
Degree or professional qualification in property real estate or related discipline (desirable).

Proven experience in estate/property management preferably with non-housing/commercial portfolios.
Strong knowledge of landlord and tenant law rent reviews lease management and property agreements.
Experience managing and developing professional teams including performance management.
Experience managing external advisors (agents valuers solicitors) and controlling costs.
Track record in managing operational risks and resolving complex property issues.

Excellent negotiation communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities and urgent operational matters effectively.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work collaboratively across teams and with external partners.
Knowledge of Health & Safety legislation and compliance requirements relevant to property management.
Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion principles.