Surveyor - Commercial Estate Management in Bodmin

Company description: Water Utility Company based in Yorkshire region of England.

We offer a competitive salary, depending on experience (£43,577 - £54,472). This role has been classified as a Business Needs Users (BNU) and are eligible for a Company Car or Cash Allowance (£3000 per annum). Annual incentive related bonus (£1000 maximum bonus opportunity for the performance year). Attractive pension scheme (up to 12% company contribution). Development opportunities in line with the Surveyor - Commercial Estate Management progression plan. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays plus 2 extra wellness days! Life assurance cover of 4 times pensionable salary. A great benefits package - choose from health cash plan scheme, critical illness insurance, dental insurance, life assurance flex and partner cover. Retail savings scheme. Online GP service, cycle to work scheme, gym membership discounts and many more!

Location: This role will initially be based in Bradford but we are moving our office to Leeds Valley Park in summer 2026, so you'll be based there in the future - Hybrid Working (minimum of 1 office day a week Bradford/Leeds). There will be required travel to our sites.

Work type: Permanent. 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Surveyor - Commercial Estate Management to join the Land & Property team at Yorkshire Water and be a part of helping Yorkshire Water to provide the best service to our customers.

What we do: Everyone has an idea of what a water company does. Here in Yorkshire, we make sure that over 5.4 million people living in the region and the millions of people who visit our region each year can rely on our services, and have clean and safe drinking water on tap and that their wastewater is taken away. But for us, it's so much more than this. We look after communities, protect the environment, and plan to look after Yorkshire's water, today, tomorrow 24/7, 365 days a year. We provide essential water and wastewater services to every corner of the Yorkshire region and play a key role in the region's health, wellbeing, and prosperity. New environmental legislation, unprecedented levels of investment and changing expectations from customers means that this is an exciting time to discover opportunities within the water industry. The Land & Property team are a key part of how we plan to meet the changing expectations of customers and regulators.

Join Yorkshire Water as a Surveyor - Commercial Estate Management and help manage one of the region's largest and most diverse land portfolios. In this varied, fast-paced role, you'll handle everything from rent reviews and lease renewals to negotiating new agreements, alongside managing landlord and tenant matters. You'll also carry out site inspections, respond to estate queries, and support on land rights, acquisitions, and disposals making a real impact across our estate every day.

Where you fit in: As our Surveyor - Commercial Estate Management, you will:

• Be a trusted expert, providing specialist advice on landlord & tenant and estate management matters across a diverse portfolio.
• Get out on site, carrying out land and property inspections that keep the estate performing at its best.
• Take ownership of landlord and tenant relationships, ensuring smooth, effective portfolio management.
• Work closely with the Lead Commercial Surveyor to drive all aspects of commercial estate management.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, unlock opportunities, and solve challenges across the estate.
• Play a key role in monitoring income, expenditure, and financial performance.
• Contribute to delivering financial targets and business strategy, with regular reporting and measurable impact.

What skills & qualifications you will need:

• AssocRICS or MRICS qualified, with a strong foundation in commercial property.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end landlord & tenant and estate management matters to a high standard.
• A solid understanding of the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954.
• Hands-on experience inspecting a wide range of land and property types.
• Strong knowledge of health & safety regulations, with a focus on best practice.
• Good understanding of statutory and regulatory requirements within commercial property management.
• In-depth awareness of regional property markets and trends.
• A track record of achieving challenging financial targets and delivering results.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and negotiation skills.
• A collaborative team player with outstanding customer focus.
• Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Hold a full UK driving licence - ready to travel across the region.

Although we operate 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, it's important to us that we support flexible working patterns and job share options (when we can), to help you make the best of both your work and home life. We know that juggling childcare responsibilities or getting that ideal work/life balance isn't always easy!

If you've got experience in Commercial Estate Management Surveying and want to help us deliver great service for our customers whilst looking after the environment, then be sure to apply today to find out what a career with Yorkshire Water can offer you.

If successful for the role, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks that will include a Basic Disclosure Check, carried out through a Third-Party Company, prior to commencing employment. Depending on the role, you may also be required to go through the security vetting process for either a Counter Terrorist Check or Security Check clearance. All our roles are subject to a medical questionnaire, and further medicals when required. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring our recruitment process is accessible to everyone. We offer a range of adjustments to make your application experience as comfortable and straightforward as possible. If you have an accessibility need, disability, or condition that requires changes to the recruitment process, please include this information in your application. We will then discuss any reasonable adjustments required.

Kelda Group reserve the right to close this position before the published closing date, should the need occur. We therefore advise that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible. No agencies please.