Our client, a highly regarded property consultancy with a significant UK presence, is seeking an Estates Surveyor to oversee a diverse commercial estate comprising retail units, industrial assets, office premises, and a range of specialist-use sites. This opportunity is ideal for a commercially-minded property professional who enjoys both strategic oversight and operational delivery across a varied portfolio.
The Estates Surveyor will take a hands-on role in ensuring best-in-class property management, maintaining strong occupier relationships, and driving long-term value for the estate through proactive asset stewardship and coordination of third-party services.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a central point of contact for landlords and tenants across a national commercial property portfolio.
- Ensure lease obligations are fulfilled and oversee all property compliance matters.
- Manage relationships with neighbouring property stakeholders and support resolution of shared site concerns.
- Oversee and administer subletting arrangements and tenant changes across the estate.
- Carry out scheduled property inspections and advise on necessary works, compliance, and opportunities for improvement.
- Coordinate and manage external specialist advisors across compliance, H&S, and technical areas.
- Maintain accurate lease and property data across internal systems, ensuring clear and consistent reporting.
- Lead quarterly tenant communications and attend meetings with occupiers as required.
- Process and track invoices, support budgeting, and monitor contract expenditure.
- Manage contractor and supplier performance, ensuring services are delivered efficiently and in line with client expectations.
- Provide support on lease advisory and transactional activity in collaboration with internal teams.
- Collect and report on health & safety and environmental performance data across the portfolio.
- Assist in incident investigations and insurance claims processes where necessary.
- Line manage administrative support and contribute to team development.
What Weβre Looking For
- Background in managing multi-sector commercial property, particularly across retail, industrial, or office environments.
- Sound understanding of commercial leases, property legislation, and facilities coordination.
- Organised and proactive, with strong attention to detail and an ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confident communicator with experience in tenant and client liaison.
- Competence in Microsoft Office and property management systems or databases.
- A collaborative approach with a willingness to contribute across wider team initiatives.
- Commercially aware and able to spot and act on asset management opportunities.
- Experience mentoring junior colleagues is an advantage.
Why Join?
This role offers the chance to work with a forward-thinking consultancy known for its flexible working culture, strong internal support, and commitment to individual development. The Estates Surveyor will be a key contributor in a high-performing property team, backed by a respected brand and rewarded with a competitive salary, car allowance, and performance-led bonus.
Contact Detail:
Varnom Ross Recruiting Team