Surveyor

Positive Employment is currently recruiting for a Surveyor for our client a government organisation in Kensington, London.

The successful post holder will take responsibility for a variety of property transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and developments, working closely with the Senior Surveyor to ensure compliance and achieve best value for the organisation.

Undertake and oversee valuations, both internally and externally undertaken for, and on, the organisation's real estate portfolio, and conducting initial feasibility studies for development projects, considering planning, construction, and financial viability.

Provide expert advice on development viability, planning, and property law to internal and external stakeholders, and offer development and investment advice in relation to owned and third-party sites to support the Social Investment and Property team.

This role is a temporary contract initially for 3 months with the possibility to extend. This role has the potential to go permanent in the future.

Duties and Responsibilities but not limited to:

• Undertake property valuations for various purposes, including acquisitions, disposals, Right to Buy, and Leasehold Extensions, in accordance with RICS standards.
• Conduct market research and data analysis to inform valuation decisions and identify potential acquisition and disposal opportunities.
• Manage the acquisition or disposal process for assigned properties, ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and best practice.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including agents, landowners, developers, and solicitors, to facilitate smooth transactions and ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Negotiate terms for property acquisitions and disposals, seeking to achieve optimal value for the organisation.
• Prepare property reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, including briefing reports, Executive and Key decision reports, to support decision-making.
• Conduct feasibility studies, including financial, planning, and environmental assessments, to evaluate the viability of development proposals.
• Prepare and submit planning applications, including gathering necessary data and preparing supporting documents.
• Prepare drafts of contracts and procurement documents for the appointment and management of external consultants.
• Monitor the progress of development projects, identify and manage potential risks, and prepare reports to inform Lead Members and relevant Officers on project progress.

Personal Requirements:

• Membership of Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors RICS is not essential.
• Proven experience in conducting property valuations, including residential, commercial, and industrial properties and undertaking feasibility studies, including financial, planning, and environmental assessments.
• A solid track record in managing the entire acquisition and disposal process, from initial identification to completion and preparing and submitting successful planning applications.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure the best possible deals for the organisation.
• Experience in managing the entire development process, from inception to completion.
• Experience in building and maintaining positive relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including agents, landowners, developers, solicitors, and internal departments.
• Excellent report writing skills to produce clear, concise, and accurate reports for various audiences.
• A thorough understanding of relevant property legislation, regulations, and procurement procedures.
• Strong technical knowledge of property valuation methodologies, market analysis, and financial modelling, and of planning law, building regulations, and development economics.

Working Hours: 37hrs / 9:00am - 17:00pm / Monday - Friday

Pay: £400.00 per day

Please note this role is within the scope of IR35.