Location: Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
Type: Full-time | Permanent
At Sorbon Estates, our success is built on more than the properties we own – it’s built on the people who shape, enhance, and grow them. With a diverse and expanding portfolio across the South East, we focus on creating vibrant, sustainable communities that thrive.
Our commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term investment drives everything we do, from developing new spaces to enhancing established assets, ensuring every project contributes to places that endure and enrich the communities they serve.
Our Projects Team sits at the centre of our mission, ensuring every development and refurbishment is delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and commercial value.
What sets this role apart:
We are looking for a proactive Senior Contracts Manager who can bring vision and expertise to lead the delivery of development and refurbishment projects across our high-value portfolio. You will drive project performance, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and completed to the highest standards.
This is not just another delivery role, it is an opportunity to lead impactful, high-value projects across a wide range of commercial and residential assets, from major refurbishments to new acquisitions. You will take ownership from feasibility through to completion, ensuring every project meets our standards for design, budget, and quality.
You will enjoy being part of a motivated team, that prioritises collaboration and a positive mindset to achieve the right results.
About you
Proven experience in leading commercial real estate development and refurbishment projects ideally with build values ranging from £50,000 to £1.5m.
Strong commercial understanding with hands-on experience managing construction costs and feasibility analysis.
Thorough knowledge of the JCT suite of contracts and practical experience in contract management.
Expert understanding and practical application of Health & Safety legislation, building regulations, and statutory compliance.
Productive leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and drive teams forward to reach the shared goal.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, contractors, and external consultants, fostering collaboration and accountability.
Financially astute, with experience in budget management, forecasting, and cost control.
What you’ll enjoy as part of the team
Leadership with impact – a key strategic role shaping the success of our projects and the future of our portfolio.
Strong foundations – a financially secure, privately owned business with a long-term vision and clear growth strategy.
Competitive rewards – attractive salary, enhanced pension scheme, discretionary bonus schemes (up to 15% of salary), Bupa private healthcare, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Calm working environment – newly renovated, modern offices in Beaconsfield Old Town with free parking and excellent local amenities.
Time off – 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days with service.
Sociable culture – a dynamic, energetic team with regular company-wide and departmental social events throughout the year.
If you’re driven by results, collaboration, and the satisfaction of seeing projects come to life, apply now with your CV.
14/01/2026
Full time
Location: Beaconsfield, Buckinghamshire
Type: Full-time | Permanent
At Sorbon Estates, our success is built on more than the properties we own – it’s built on the people who shape, enhance, and grow them. With a diverse and expanding portfolio across the South East, we focus on creating vibrant, sustainable communities that thrive.
Our commitment to quality, innovation, and long-term investment drives everything we do, from developing new spaces to enhancing established assets, ensuring every project contributes to places that endure and enrich the communities they serve.
Our Projects Team sits at the centre of our mission, ensuring every development and refurbishment is delivered to the highest standards of quality, safety, and commercial value.
What sets this role apart:
We are looking for a proactive Senior Contracts Manager who can bring vision and expertise to lead the delivery of development and refurbishment projects across our high-value portfolio. You will drive project performance, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and completed to the highest standards.
This is not just another delivery role, it is an opportunity to lead impactful, high-value projects across a wide range of commercial and residential assets, from major refurbishments to new acquisitions. You will take ownership from feasibility through to completion, ensuring every project meets our standards for design, budget, and quality.
You will enjoy being part of a motivated team, that prioritises collaboration and a positive mindset to achieve the right results.
About you
Proven experience in leading commercial real estate development and refurbishment projects ideally with build values ranging from £50,000 to £1.5m.
Strong commercial understanding with hands-on experience managing construction costs and feasibility analysis.
Thorough knowledge of the JCT suite of contracts and practical experience in contract management.
Expert understanding and practical application of Health & Safety legislation, building regulations, and statutory compliance.
Productive leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence at all levels and drive teams forward to reach the shared goal.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams, contractors, and external consultants, fostering collaboration and accountability.
Financially astute, with experience in budget management, forecasting, and cost control.
What you’ll enjoy as part of the team
Leadership with impact – a key strategic role shaping the success of our projects and the future of our portfolio.
Strong foundations – a financially secure, privately owned business with a long-term vision and clear growth strategy.
Competitive rewards – attractive salary, enhanced pension scheme, discretionary bonus schemes (up to 15% of salary), Bupa private healthcare, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Calm working environment – newly renovated, modern offices in Beaconsfield Old Town with free parking and excellent local amenities.
Time off – 25 days’ annual leave, rising to 30 days with service.
Sociable culture – a dynamic, energetic team with regular company-wide and departmental social events throughout the year.
If you’re driven by results, collaboration, and the satisfaction of seeing projects come to life, apply now with your CV.
Senior Assets and Estates Manager with a London Borough! Senior Estates and Assets Manager Location: South London (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience 36 hours per week and Full time, Permanent About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Estate and Assets Manager to join a busy and forward thinking Estates & Asset Management team. This is a pivotal role responsible for the strategic and operational management of a diverse property portfolio, supporting long term financial planning and helping deliver an ambitious asset management strategy.The postholder will take a proactive approach to maximising the use, performance, and value of the estate-identifying opportunities for income generation, efficiency, and improved service delivery. This role plays a key part in supporting the wider corporate property objectives and ensuring assets are used effectively to meet organisational priorities. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead the strategic management of a varied property portfolio, including both operational and investment assets. Manage and oversee transactions such as acquisitions, disposals, lease renewals, rent reviews and general landlord/tenant matters. Support the development and implementation of the organisation's Asset Management Plan and contribute to medium term financial planning. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, including developers, consultants and public sector bodies. Promote the effective and multi purpose use of assets to support organisational objectives. Communicate complex property issues clearly to both specialist and non specialist stakeholders. Ensure robust property data management, working closely with the Estates Data Manager. Maintain best practice in line with RICS standards and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including health and safety responsibilities relating to property and public liability. About You You will be an experienced property professional, ideally MRICS qualified, and confident working across a broad and complex estate. Experience within public sector portfolios or similarly regulated environments would be highly beneficial.You will also bring: A strong track record in estate and asset management, particularly landlord and tenant work. The ability to lead and deliver complex transactions. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong internal and external relationships. Confidence managing multiple projects with competing deadlines. Strong IT skills, including Excel and property management systems (e.g., Technology Forge). Why Apply? Play a key role in shaping the strategic use and future direction of a significant property estate. Join a collaborative, supportive team delivering high impact work. Work on projects that contribute directly to long term financial stability and social value. Access professional development and ongoing training opportunities. Please get in touch with Molly Spencer on or for more details, or apply below! #
01/04/2026
Full time
Senior Assets and Estates Manager with a London Borough! Senior Estates and Assets Manager Location: South London (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience 36 hours per week and Full time, Permanent About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Estate and Assets Manager to join a busy and forward thinking Estates & Asset Management team. This is a pivotal role responsible for the strategic and operational management of a diverse property portfolio, supporting long term financial planning and helping deliver an ambitious asset management strategy.The postholder will take a proactive approach to maximising the use, performance, and value of the estate-identifying opportunities for income generation, efficiency, and improved service delivery. This role plays a key part in supporting the wider corporate property objectives and ensuring assets are used effectively to meet organisational priorities. Key Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead the strategic management of a varied property portfolio, including both operational and investment assets. Manage and oversee transactions such as acquisitions, disposals, lease renewals, rent reviews and general landlord/tenant matters. Support the development and implementation of the organisation's Asset Management Plan and contribute to medium term financial planning. Work collaboratively with internal teams and external partners, including developers, consultants and public sector bodies. Promote the effective and multi purpose use of assets to support organisational objectives. Communicate complex property issues clearly to both specialist and non specialist stakeholders. Ensure robust property data management, working closely with the Estates Data Manager. Maintain best practice in line with RICS standards and ensure compliance with relevant legislation, including health and safety responsibilities relating to property and public liability. About You You will be an experienced property professional, ideally MRICS qualified, and confident working across a broad and complex estate. Experience within public sector portfolios or similarly regulated environments would be highly beneficial.You will also bring: A strong track record in estate and asset management, particularly landlord and tenant work. The ability to lead and deliver complex transactions. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong internal and external relationships. Confidence managing multiple projects with competing deadlines. Strong IT skills, including Excel and property management systems (e.g., Technology Forge). Why Apply? Play a key role in shaping the strategic use and future direction of a significant property estate. Join a collaborative, supportive team delivering high impact work. Work on projects that contribute directly to long term financial stability and social value. Access professional development and ongoing training opportunities. Please get in touch with Molly Spencer on or for more details, or apply below! #
Permanent Job - Property, commissioning manager - local authority Commissioning Manager - Real Estate Property Services Hybrid Working We are seeking a highly experienced Commissioning Manager - Corporate Estate to lead, direct and drive the management of the Council's Corporate Estate, ensuring assets are managed proactively, efficiently and in full compliance with the Corporate Asset Management Plan. You will lead the development of strategies and estate management plans on behalf of client departments (e.g. adult care, education, social services), translating corporate and service priorities into deliverable, value for money outcomes. This is a key senior role requiring strong commercial acumen, strategic leadership and the ability to operate effectively within a political and public sector environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of corporate estate management, ensuring Council properties are managed optimally and customer and stakeholder expectations are met. Drive the implementation of a Corporate Landlord Model across the portfolio to improve efficiency, reduce costs and align property decisions with corporate priorities. Lead the development of estate strategies and plans for Client Departments, including business case preparation, consideration of capital and revenue affordability, and commissioning delivery through to completion. Ensure corporate annual valuations are completed accurately and within required timescales. Ensure all statutory, legal and regulatory obligations are met, including appropriate consents and agreements prior to the commencement of any building works. Provide strategic asset management and development advice to elected Members, senior officers, stakeholders and external partners, including deputising for the Head of Service when required. Oversee performance management of the operational estate, driving continuous improvement and ensuring robust reporting to the Corporate Property Steering Group, government departments and other stakeholders. Effectively manage people, ICT, budgets and property resources, including oversight of risk management within the service area. Manage and monitor the Estates budget, producing accurate and timely management information. Cultivate and embed best practice in estates management, leading the development of robust procedures and professional standards. Lead the coordination of consultants, stakeholders and legal professionals, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements. Ensure accurate and timely recording of management information using Asset Management Systems, CAD, GIS and related software. Qualifications A relevant degree & Membership or Fellowship of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Experience Required Substantial, demonstrable experience of leading and delivering estates management across a varied operational portfolio, including compliance, valuations, rating, dilapidations, financial management, planning, construction, strategy formulation and implementation. Senior level experience of operational estate management and valuation within a complex organisational environment. Proven success in developing, managing and delivering capital and revenue programmes and budgets. Experience of leading best practice and driving continuous improvement Good working knowledge of the Procurement Act and its application to real estate. Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with external organisations. Strong experience in the use of data and asset management systems to support high performance and evidence-based decision-making. Knowledge In-depth knowledge of operational real estate management for effective portfolio delivery. Extensive knowledge of landlord and tenant law, with a good understanding of national and local planning legislation and policies. Strong understanding of the public sector operating environment, including the drivers for transformation and change in local government and their impact on councils and partners What you'll get in return Competitive Salary - £55-61000 Local authority pension scheme Generous annual leave Employee benefit package Hybrid working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
01/04/2026
Full time
Permanent Job - Property, commissioning manager - local authority Commissioning Manager - Real Estate Property Services Hybrid Working We are seeking a highly experienced Commissioning Manager - Corporate Estate to lead, direct and drive the management of the Council's Corporate Estate, ensuring assets are managed proactively, efficiently and in full compliance with the Corporate Asset Management Plan. You will lead the development of strategies and estate management plans on behalf of client departments (e.g. adult care, education, social services), translating corporate and service priorities into deliverable, value for money outcomes. This is a key senior role requiring strong commercial acumen, strategic leadership and the ability to operate effectively within a political and public sector environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of corporate estate management, ensuring Council properties are managed optimally and customer and stakeholder expectations are met. Drive the implementation of a Corporate Landlord Model across the portfolio to improve efficiency, reduce costs and align property decisions with corporate priorities. Lead the development of estate strategies and plans for Client Departments, including business case preparation, consideration of capital and revenue affordability, and commissioning delivery through to completion. Ensure corporate annual valuations are completed accurately and within required timescales. Ensure all statutory, legal and regulatory obligations are met, including appropriate consents and agreements prior to the commencement of any building works. Provide strategic asset management and development advice to elected Members, senior officers, stakeholders and external partners, including deputising for the Head of Service when required. Oversee performance management of the operational estate, driving continuous improvement and ensuring robust reporting to the Corporate Property Steering Group, government departments and other stakeholders. Effectively manage people, ICT, budgets and property resources, including oversight of risk management within the service area. Manage and monitor the Estates budget, producing accurate and timely management information. Cultivate and embed best practice in estates management, leading the development of robust procedures and professional standards. Lead the coordination of consultants, stakeholders and legal professionals, ensuring compliance with procurement requirements. Ensure accurate and timely recording of management information using Asset Management Systems, CAD, GIS and related software. Qualifications A relevant degree & Membership or Fellowship of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) Experience Required Substantial, demonstrable experience of leading and delivering estates management across a varied operational portfolio, including compliance, valuations, rating, dilapidations, financial management, planning, construction, strategy formulation and implementation. Senior level experience of operational estate management and valuation within a complex organisational environment. Proven success in developing, managing and delivering capital and revenue programmes and budgets. Experience of leading best practice and driving continuous improvement Good working knowledge of the Procurement Act and its application to real estate. Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with external organisations. Strong experience in the use of data and asset management systems to support high performance and evidence-based decision-making. Knowledge In-depth knowledge of operational real estate management for effective portfolio delivery. Extensive knowledge of landlord and tenant law, with a good understanding of national and local planning legislation and policies. Strong understanding of the public sector operating environment, including the drivers for transformation and change in local government and their impact on councils and partners What you'll get in return Competitive Salary - £55-61000 Local authority pension scheme Generous annual leave Employee benefit package Hybrid working What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Permanent Job - Asset surveyor.MRICS. Property services Principal Asset SurveyorLocal Authority. Strategic Property Services Grade 13 Full-Time Are you an experienced property professional looking to influence the strategic direction and performance of a diverse public sector estate? We are seeking a highly capable Principal Asset Surveyor to play a key role in managing, optimising and developing a substantial property portfolio valued at more than £500 million.Proactive asset management is central to ensuring that the estate delivers strong commercial performance, supports organisational objectives and provides value for money. The portfolio includes a mix of commercial, industrial, rural and development assets held within an established investment programme across multiple asset classes.This role will focus on the optimisation, rationalisation and day to day management of assets to maximise income, minimise costs and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including achieving best consideration under Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972. About the RoleAs Principal Asset Surveyor, you will manage a varied asset management caseload, taking responsibility for financial analysis, lease management, operational performance and strategic advisory work across the estate. You will lead negotiations, commission external advisors and support the development of asset management policies and practices.Your expertise will help guide decisions on investment, development, retention and disposal, contributing to long term strategic plans and the effective management of all operational and commercial assets. Key ResponsibilitiesYou will: Develop asset management and investment strategies, identifying surplus or under performing assets and implementing value add or disposal initiatives.Conduct detailed financial and commercial appraisals for lettings, rent reviews, lease renewals, refurbishments and other asset related decisions.Lead commercial negotiations with tenants, developers, partners and stakeholders.Commission and oversee the work of external property and legal advisors, ensuring timely and high quality outcomes.Ensure all statutory, legal and compliance obligations relating to the estate are met, including securing consents and legal agreements before works commence.Provide valuation and strategic asset management advice on the retention, disposal, development or investment potential of assets.Promote best practice across asset management and contribute to the development of policies, procedures and professional standards.Uphold strong corporate governance for asset related decisions.Provide strategic advice and high quality reports for internal steering groups, senior stakeholders and external bodies.Contribute to annual investment programme reports, the Corporate Asset Management Plan and other strategic asset documentation.Maintain accurate information within asset management systems (AMS), CAD, GIS and related platforms.Ensure work complies with policies including health & safety, statutory compliance, sustainability and information governance.Demonstrate commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion at all times.Support, when required, by deputising for the Development & Commercial Estates Manager. About YouEssential Qualifications & Experience:Degree or equivalent in Real Estate or a related discipline.Full MRICS membership.Significant post qualification experience managing a broad range of leasehold and freehold assets.Strong experience in Landlord & Tenant matters, including valuation, negotiation and legal understanding.Proven experience analysing investment markets and interpreting financial/performance data.Experience advising on investment acquisitions and development appraisals.Significant experience commissioning and managing external agents and solicitors.Experience valuing a wide variety of property types.Knowledge of preparing and managing budgets or spending profiles.Good understanding of construction related matters.Skills and Competencies:Effective workload and time management.Strong financial and resource management skills.Ability to provide high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.Excellent written and verbal communication, including presenting complex information clearly.Ability to manage performance, influence others and lead by example.Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.Ability to adapt to change, manage conflict and maintain professional standards.Desirable:Experience within local government or a similar public sector organisation. What you'll get in return Salary £49-53000 Local Authority pension scheme Hybrid and flexible working (3 days WFH) Generous annual leave Free Parking Employee benefit scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
01/04/2026
Full time
Permanent Job - Asset surveyor.MRICS. Property services Principal Asset SurveyorLocal Authority. Strategic Property Services Grade 13 Full-Time Are you an experienced property professional looking to influence the strategic direction and performance of a diverse public sector estate? We are seeking a highly capable Principal Asset Surveyor to play a key role in managing, optimising and developing a substantial property portfolio valued at more than £500 million.Proactive asset management is central to ensuring that the estate delivers strong commercial performance, supports organisational objectives and provides value for money. The portfolio includes a mix of commercial, industrial, rural and development assets held within an established investment programme across multiple asset classes.This role will focus on the optimisation, rationalisation and day to day management of assets to maximise income, minimise costs and ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including achieving best consideration under Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972. About the RoleAs Principal Asset Surveyor, you will manage a varied asset management caseload, taking responsibility for financial analysis, lease management, operational performance and strategic advisory work across the estate. You will lead negotiations, commission external advisors and support the development of asset management policies and practices.Your expertise will help guide decisions on investment, development, retention and disposal, contributing to long term strategic plans and the effective management of all operational and commercial assets. Key ResponsibilitiesYou will: Develop asset management and investment strategies, identifying surplus or under performing assets and implementing value add or disposal initiatives.Conduct detailed financial and commercial appraisals for lettings, rent reviews, lease renewals, refurbishments and other asset related decisions.Lead commercial negotiations with tenants, developers, partners and stakeholders.Commission and oversee the work of external property and legal advisors, ensuring timely and high quality outcomes.Ensure all statutory, legal and compliance obligations relating to the estate are met, including securing consents and legal agreements before works commence.Provide valuation and strategic asset management advice on the retention, disposal, development or investment potential of assets.Promote best practice across asset management and contribute to the development of policies, procedures and professional standards.Uphold strong corporate governance for asset related decisions.Provide strategic advice and high quality reports for internal steering groups, senior stakeholders and external bodies.Contribute to annual investment programme reports, the Corporate Asset Management Plan and other strategic asset documentation.Maintain accurate information within asset management systems (AMS), CAD, GIS and related platforms.Ensure work complies with policies including health & safety, statutory compliance, sustainability and information governance.Demonstrate commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion at all times.Support, when required, by deputising for the Development & Commercial Estates Manager. About YouEssential Qualifications & Experience:Degree or equivalent in Real Estate or a related discipline.Full MRICS membership.Significant post qualification experience managing a broad range of leasehold and freehold assets.Strong experience in Landlord & Tenant matters, including valuation, negotiation and legal understanding.Proven experience analysing investment markets and interpreting financial/performance data.Experience advising on investment acquisitions and development appraisals.Significant experience commissioning and managing external agents and solicitors.Experience valuing a wide variety of property types.Knowledge of preparing and managing budgets or spending profiles.Good understanding of construction related matters.Skills and Competencies:Effective workload and time management.Strong financial and resource management skills.Ability to provide high-quality customer service to internal and external stakeholders.Excellent written and verbal communication, including presenting complex information clearly.Ability to manage performance, influence others and lead by example.Strong problem-solving skills with a continuous improvement mindset.Ability to adapt to change, manage conflict and maintain professional standards.Desirable:Experience within local government or a similar public sector organisation. What you'll get in return Salary £49-53000 Local Authority pension scheme Hybrid and flexible working (3 days WFH) Generous annual leave Free Parking Employee benefit scheme What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Permanent job - estate surveyor-property services Job Specification: Senior Estates SurveyorLocal Authority Job PurposeThe organisation manages a substantial property portfolio with operational real estate activities forming a key part of this value. Effective and proactive management of this portfolio is critical to supporting the organisation's strategic objectives, long term financial planning, and service delivery priorities.The Senior Estates Surveyor will support by delivering optimisation, rationalisation and improved performance of the operational portfolio. This includes ensuring best consideration is achieved under Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972, carrying out financial and commercial analysis, managing leases, and overseeing day to day operational management to enhance income and reduce occupancy costs.The postholder will manage their own caseload and contribute directly to strategic asset management workstreams. Main Duties & Responsibilities Support the development of asset management and investment strategies, identifying surplus or under performing assets and proposing value add initiatives or disposal options aligned to service needs.Proactively manage the operational property portfolio, ensuring assets remain fit for purpose. Responsibilities include negotiating leases, renewals, rent reviews, and undertaking or arranging property inspections, condition reports and dilapidation schedules.Monitor expenditure and prepare service charge accounts, including meter readings, apportionments, raising orders and authorising payments in accordance with internal financial procedures.Prepare valuations, including complex assessments, for a wide range of purposes including rent, rating, insurance, capital and rental valuations.Apply sound valuation principles and professional practice, including acting as project manager for developments on organisational land or joint use schemes with third parties.Prepare technical correspondence and issue instructions to client departments, legal services and other internal teams as required.Undertake valuations for capital disposals, lease renewals, development appraisals and asset valuations in line with accounting requirements for all property types.Collect, analyse and prepare reports and briefings, including strategic papers for senior officers and committees.Commission and oversee external agents and solicitors to support transactional activities and ensure high quality delivery.Represent Property Services at internal, departmental, corporate or external working groups as required.Maintain broad knowledge of relevant legislation, professional standards and best practice, with evidence of their application in casework.Ensure accurate and timely recording of property data within asset management systems, CAD, GIS and other platforms.Ensure all work complies with organisational policies, including health and safety requirements, statutory obligations and sustainability initiatives.Protect and manage information securely, reporting any breaches or suspected breaches in accordance with information governance procedures.Demonstrate organisational values, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of work. Person Specification SummaryQualificationsDegree (or equivalent) in Real Estate or a related discipline (Essential)Full professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) (Desirable)ExperienceSignificant experience of managing a broad range of leasehold and freehold property.Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant matters including negotiation, valuation and property law.Experience analysing market data, investment trends and financial performance.Experience advising on property acquisitions, disposals and development appraisals.Experience commissioning and monitoring external agents and solicitors.Local authority or public sector experience (Desirable).Experience valuing multiple property types for numerous purposes.Knowledge of preparing budgets or expenditure profiles.Good understanding of construction related matters. What you'll get in return Salary £43- £47000 Local Authority pension scheme Generous annual leave Hybrid and flexible working- 3 days wfh What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
01/04/2026
Full time
Permanent job - estate surveyor-property services Job Specification: Senior Estates SurveyorLocal Authority Job PurposeThe organisation manages a substantial property portfolio with operational real estate activities forming a key part of this value. Effective and proactive management of this portfolio is critical to supporting the organisation's strategic objectives, long term financial planning, and service delivery priorities.The Senior Estates Surveyor will support by delivering optimisation, rationalisation and improved performance of the operational portfolio. This includes ensuring best consideration is achieved under Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972, carrying out financial and commercial analysis, managing leases, and overseeing day to day operational management to enhance income and reduce occupancy costs.The postholder will manage their own caseload and contribute directly to strategic asset management workstreams. Main Duties & Responsibilities Support the development of asset management and investment strategies, identifying surplus or under performing assets and proposing value add initiatives or disposal options aligned to service needs.Proactively manage the operational property portfolio, ensuring assets remain fit for purpose. Responsibilities include negotiating leases, renewals, rent reviews, and undertaking or arranging property inspections, condition reports and dilapidation schedules.Monitor expenditure and prepare service charge accounts, including meter readings, apportionments, raising orders and authorising payments in accordance with internal financial procedures.Prepare valuations, including complex assessments, for a wide range of purposes including rent, rating, insurance, capital and rental valuations.Apply sound valuation principles and professional practice, including acting as project manager for developments on organisational land or joint use schemes with third parties.Prepare technical correspondence and issue instructions to client departments, legal services and other internal teams as required.Undertake valuations for capital disposals, lease renewals, development appraisals and asset valuations in line with accounting requirements for all property types.Collect, analyse and prepare reports and briefings, including strategic papers for senior officers and committees.Commission and oversee external agents and solicitors to support transactional activities and ensure high quality delivery.Represent Property Services at internal, departmental, corporate or external working groups as required.Maintain broad knowledge of relevant legislation, professional standards and best practice, with evidence of their application in casework.Ensure accurate and timely recording of property data within asset management systems, CAD, GIS and other platforms.Ensure all work complies with organisational policies, including health and safety requirements, statutory obligations and sustainability initiatives.Protect and manage information securely, reporting any breaches or suspected breaches in accordance with information governance procedures.Demonstrate organisational values, promoting equality, diversity and inclusion across all aspects of work. Person Specification SummaryQualificationsDegree (or equivalent) in Real Estate or a related discipline (Essential)Full professional membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) (Desirable)ExperienceSignificant experience of managing a broad range of leasehold and freehold property.Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant matters including negotiation, valuation and property law.Experience analysing market data, investment trends and financial performance.Experience advising on property acquisitions, disposals and development appraisals.Experience commissioning and monitoring external agents and solicitors.Local authority or public sector experience (Desirable).Experience valuing multiple property types for numerous purposes.Knowledge of preparing budgets or expenditure profiles.Good understanding of construction related matters. What you'll get in return Salary £43- £47000 Local Authority pension scheme Generous annual leave Hybrid and flexible working- 3 days wfh What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #
Interim Principal Asset Manager London Borough of Enfield 3-month initial contract (with a view to extend) 2 days per week office-based + site visits as required The London Borough of Enfield is seeking an experienced Principal Asset Manager on an interim basis to support the management and optimisation of the Council's diverse commercial, operational and rural property portfolio. Working within the Estates team and closely with the Head of Estates, you will play a key role in managing a wide range of commercial assets while leading on landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews, lease renewals, asset strategy and income optimisation. This role will support the ongoing performance and strategic direction of the Council's investment portfolio, helping to deliver against the Strategic Asset Management Plan. The Portfolio You will be working across a significant and varied estate including: Approx 625 commercial assets Commercial investment portfolio valued at c. £135m Annual income of approximately £8m Key Responsibilities Day-to-day asset management across the Council's commercial property estate Leading rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord & tenant negotiations Identifying opportunities to optimise income and reduce voids Supporting asset strategy and portfolio performance Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team Providing professional property advice to senior officers and elected members Requirements for the role: UK Resident MRICS qualified Chartered Surveyor Strong experience within commercial asset management Proven track record delivering rent reviews, lease negotiations and portfolio management Minimum 3 years' experience within local authority or housing association. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveyor to support the management of one of London's largest local authority estates while contributing to the strategic development of a significant commercial portfolio.
31/03/2026
Contract
Interim Principal Asset Manager London Borough of Enfield 3-month initial contract (with a view to extend) 2 days per week office-based + site visits as required The London Borough of Enfield is seeking an experienced Principal Asset Manager on an interim basis to support the management and optimisation of the Council's diverse commercial, operational and rural property portfolio. Working within the Estates team and closely with the Head of Estates, you will play a key role in managing a wide range of commercial assets while leading on landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews, lease renewals, asset strategy and income optimisation. This role will support the ongoing performance and strategic direction of the Council's investment portfolio, helping to deliver against the Strategic Asset Management Plan. The Portfolio You will be working across a significant and varied estate including: Approx 625 commercial assets Commercial investment portfolio valued at c. £135m Annual income of approximately £8m Key Responsibilities Day-to-day asset management across the Council's commercial property estate Leading rent reviews, lease renewals and landlord & tenant negotiations Identifying opportunities to optimise income and reduce voids Supporting asset strategy and portfolio performance Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team Providing professional property advice to senior officers and elected members Requirements for the role: UK Resident MRICS qualified Chartered Surveyor Strong experience within commercial asset management Proven track record delivering rent reviews, lease negotiations and portfolio management Minimum 3 years' experience within local authority or housing association. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced surveyor to support the management of one of London's largest local authority estates while contributing to the strategic development of a significant commercial portfolio.
Interim Estates & Asset Manager Castle Point Borough Council (Office-based 3-5 days per week) £400-£450 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Initial 6-month contract We are working with Castle Point Borough Council who are looking to appoint an experienced Interim Estates & Asset Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of the Council's non-housing property portfolio, ensuring compliance, driving performance, and leading a capable Estates & Asset team. The Role You'll be responsible for delivering an effective and commercially focused Estates Management function across a varied portfolio of council-owned assets which ranges from occupied buildings to leased and vacant properties. Key Responsibilities Lead the Estates Management service across all non-housing assets Provide strong line management, direction and development to the Estates & Asset team Manage contracts, suppliers and external consultants, ensuring high-quality service delivery Oversee statutory compliance and maintain accurate property records and asset data Proactively manage leases, rent reviews, and other property events Act as a key liaison with Essex County Council (Highways) Support emergency planning and attend occasional out-of-hours meetings Carry out property inspections and surveys as required About You UK Resident Minimum 3 years' local government experience within estates/asset management. A relevant degree and professional membership (RICS, IWFM/BIFM or equivalent) A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant legislation and contract law Experience engaging with elected Members and senior stakeholders A track record of managing teams and driving performance Experience overseeing external consultants and governance processes What Next? If you'd like to find out more or discuss the role in confidence, we'd love to hear from you. Or contact: (url removed) before Monday 23rd March
31/03/2026
Contract
Interim Estates & Asset Manager Castle Point Borough Council (Office-based 3-5 days per week) £400-£450 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35) Initial 6-month contract We are working with Castle Point Borough Council who are looking to appoint an experienced Interim Estates & Asset Manager. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of the Council's non-housing property portfolio, ensuring compliance, driving performance, and leading a capable Estates & Asset team. The Role You'll be responsible for delivering an effective and commercially focused Estates Management function across a varied portfolio of council-owned assets which ranges from occupied buildings to leased and vacant properties. Key Responsibilities Lead the Estates Management service across all non-housing assets Provide strong line management, direction and development to the Estates & Asset team Manage contracts, suppliers and external consultants, ensuring high-quality service delivery Oversee statutory compliance and maintain accurate property records and asset data Proactively manage leases, rent reviews, and other property events Act as a key liaison with Essex County Council (Highways) Support emergency planning and attend occasional out-of-hours meetings Carry out property inspections and surveys as required About You UK Resident Minimum 3 years' local government experience within estates/asset management. A relevant degree and professional membership (RICS, IWFM/BIFM or equivalent) A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant legislation and contract law Experience engaging with elected Members and senior stakeholders A track record of managing teams and driving performance Experience overseeing external consultants and governance processes What Next? If you'd like to find out more or discuss the role in confidence, we'd love to hear from you. Or contact: (url removed) before Monday 23rd March
Join our team and you'll play a key role in developing and regenerating a major UK city. It's about shaping Leicester's future - helping the city to grow and succeed by planning, leading and delivering an Asset Strategy. Including, Investment, Acquisition and Disposal Assets as part of the Corporate Landlord's team within Leicester City Council's Estates and Building Services Division. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. Working at home and in city hall as you wish. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on gym membership , city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. What you'll be doing Developing your team of 5 surveyors you'll create a shared purpose to help them develop and achieve results. Leading on operational asset management for a portfolio of council land and buildings, sourcing, initiating, and driving value added asset management initiatives. Contributing to robust asset strategy plans which aligns to business and property strategies. You will ensuring the optimisation of the council's property assets. Working towards strategic goals and objectives, you'll be providing transactional and technical services including key options appraisals to support either acquisition, disposal, or investment in assets to grow revenue and capital receipts through proactive asset management. What you'll need With experience in either Property Asset Management, Property Management, or Real Estate management including managing a substantial and varied property asset base. Being a focused client side asset manager, you will be experienced in development, project management, investment, disposals, and acquisition. Ensuring that all asset management (in-house) is undertaken efficiently to maximise income and value. To do this you'll have experience in asset business planning. With experience of the commissioning and use of information including asset management data to inform investment appraisals, development and SAMP. Join us We're committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is fitting and representative of our great city. That's why we've designed our recruitment process to put you at your ease, make you feel welcome and bring the best out of you. We'll do all we can to make our recruitment process as fair as possible. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact or Kathryn Ellis Senior Service Manager on
24/09/2022
Full time
Join our team and you'll play a key role in developing and regenerating a major UK city. It's about shaping Leicester's future - helping the city to grow and succeed by planning, leading and delivering an Asset Strategy. Including, Investment, Acquisition and Disposal Assets as part of the Corporate Landlord's team within Leicester City Council's Estates and Building Services Division. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. Working at home and in city hall as you wish. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on gym membership , city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. What you'll be doing Developing your team of 5 surveyors you'll create a shared purpose to help them develop and achieve results. Leading on operational asset management for a portfolio of council land and buildings, sourcing, initiating, and driving value added asset management initiatives. Contributing to robust asset strategy plans which aligns to business and property strategies. You will ensuring the optimisation of the council's property assets. Working towards strategic goals and objectives, you'll be providing transactional and technical services including key options appraisals to support either acquisition, disposal, or investment in assets to grow revenue and capital receipts through proactive asset management. What you'll need With experience in either Property Asset Management, Property Management, or Real Estate management including managing a substantial and varied property asset base. Being a focused client side asset manager, you will be experienced in development, project management, investment, disposals, and acquisition. Ensuring that all asset management (in-house) is undertaken efficiently to maximise income and value. To do this you'll have experience in asset business planning. With experience of the commissioning and use of information including asset management data to inform investment appraisals, development and SAMP. Join us We're committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce as we continue to build a council that is fitting and representative of our great city. That's why we've designed our recruitment process to put you at your ease, make you feel welcome and bring the best out of you. We'll do all we can to make our recruitment process as fair as possible. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact or Kathryn Ellis Senior Service Manager on
Joining our Asset Strategy, Valuation and Commercial Real Estate Teams. You'll become part of a professional team, delivering valuation and estate asset management services for the Council. As part of the Estates and Building Services Division, we work closely to encourage business growth, job creation and develop our property investment fund. With your work involving a diverse range of land and property types including commercial, industrial, residential, retail, agricultural, tourism, business premises and operational property. The team are proactive and innovative, providing solutions in commercial property management, replacing existing assets, and investing in new assets that make a big and positive impact on our community. Due to expanding speciality we are looking to recruit senior valuation surveyors, in either our Acquisitions and Disposals team or to join the team in Corporate Estate. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. Working at home and in city hall as you wish. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on gym membership , city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. What you'll be doing Taking the lead on our property portfolio as a Senior Valuation surveyor. You will deal with a complex range of property related issues covering but not limited to: acquisition and disposal of property assets, improving marriage value, compulsory purchase orders, sales and lease back, community transfers, redevelopment, regeneration and new developments. Providing a high level professional advice to clients on valuation issues, you'll work with internal and external teams to identify new opportunities for the council to invest and improve its property and land stock holdings. As well as, making recommendations for development and disposal to recover investment and make a commercial return on its investment. Preparing and monitoring expenditure and income budgets. You will be involved in inspecting land and buildings. Valuing the various interests as required and negotiating the letting, acquisition/disposal as required. You will also support the management of the Estates function, including attendance at decision-making boards, and deputises for the Service Manager as required. Supervising and managing staff who may be assisting on projects from other sections including allocating and checking work for quality and quantity. What you'll need Being experienced in handling a complex range of property related issues including negotiating lettings and acquisitions/disposals to ensuring optimum return. You'll use your knowledge of ethical standards and relevant legislation around land transactions specifically, council assets. To recognise new opportunities to enhance the council's asset base, being able to prepare briefing notes to senior management on complex issues, with context, impacts and recommendations. Often explaining complex issues to non-specialists in a positive manner. You will be also be a professional member of RICS (MRICS or FRICS). For an informal discussion on this role please email Total benefit value includes pension contribution and full holiday entitlement £64,995.79
24/09/2022
Full time
Joining our Asset Strategy, Valuation and Commercial Real Estate Teams. You'll become part of a professional team, delivering valuation and estate asset management services for the Council. As part of the Estates and Building Services Division, we work closely to encourage business growth, job creation and develop our property investment fund. With your work involving a diverse range of land and property types including commercial, industrial, residential, retail, agricultural, tourism, business premises and operational property. The team are proactive and innovative, providing solutions in commercial property management, replacing existing assets, and investing in new assets that make a big and positive impact on our community. Due to expanding speciality we are looking to recruit senior valuation surveyors, in either our Acquisitions and Disposals team or to join the team in Corporate Estate. What we can offer you As well as the satisfaction of helping to improve thousands of lives across Leicester, you can look forward to a work environment that encourages a healthy work/life balance. Working at home and in city hall as you wish. You'll enjoy generous annual leave, membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme and the option of flexible working. In addition, you can choose from a number of flexible benefits, including discounts on gym membership , city buses and trains and help with relocation to Leicester, where appropriate. What you'll be doing Taking the lead on our property portfolio as a Senior Valuation surveyor. You will deal with a complex range of property related issues covering but not limited to: acquisition and disposal of property assets, improving marriage value, compulsory purchase orders, sales and lease back, community transfers, redevelopment, regeneration and new developments. Providing a high level professional advice to clients on valuation issues, you'll work with internal and external teams to identify new opportunities for the council to invest and improve its property and land stock holdings. As well as, making recommendations for development and disposal to recover investment and make a commercial return on its investment. Preparing and monitoring expenditure and income budgets. You will be involved in inspecting land and buildings. Valuing the various interests as required and negotiating the letting, acquisition/disposal as required. You will also support the management of the Estates function, including attendance at decision-making boards, and deputises for the Service Manager as required. Supervising and managing staff who may be assisting on projects from other sections including allocating and checking work for quality and quantity. What you'll need Being experienced in handling a complex range of property related issues including negotiating lettings and acquisitions/disposals to ensuring optimum return. You'll use your knowledge of ethical standards and relevant legislation around land transactions specifically, council assets. To recognise new opportunities to enhance the council's asset base, being able to prepare briefing notes to senior management on complex issues, with context, impacts and recommendations. Often explaining complex issues to non-specialists in a positive manner. You will be also be a professional member of RICS (MRICS or FRICS). For an informal discussion on this role please email Total benefit value includes pension contribution and full holiday entitlement £64,995.79
Project Manager
Imagile Group are looking to recruit a Project Manager, on a permanent basis working 37.5 hours per week. This role will be working from home but covering projects in the South West region.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing market-leading organisation with a reputation for quality. The role provides an opportunity to join our team of multi-disciplinary construction and estates professionals on projects across all infrastructure sectors. .
Project Manager Responsibilities:
Work with key stakeholders and other IPSL specialist support partners to deliver lifecycle works and defect works between £10k and £5m within the South West of the UK.
Assist in procuring schemes efficiently to provide value-for money.
Closely work with multiple project stakeholders including internal stakeholders within IPSL: Lifecycle planning department; Procurement function; Operational / Faculties Management functions; Senior management under the guidance of the Sector Head: Construction Delivery.
Work alongside other professional / design teams.
Provide support on project validations, feasibilities and scope determination.
Assist in the co-ordination and issue of tender documentation and the production and execution of various forms of contract documentation; JCT D&B, Framework call-off, etc.
Project Manager Requirements:
Essential:
Extensive Project Management experience of capital expenditure works ranging from £50k - c. £1m
BSc (Hons) Degree in Building Surveying/Project Management/Quantity Surveying or at least 5 years Construction Experience.
Experience of assisting in the developing of tender packs, JCT contract documentation and managing change control processes.
Ability to interact with senior management team, one to one, meetings and by written reports.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, particularly Word and Excel
We are looking for a positive, driven and well motivated individual with excellent organisational skills. You will be an excellent communicator and a problem solver with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines, working to a high standard with minimal supervision, whilst also working as part of a team.
About Imagile Group:
Imagile Group is a dedicated team of infrastructure experts sharing a core understanding: that effective day to day management delivers value, stability and returns over the long term.
As one of the largest SPV and Asset Management service providers to the PPP / PFI infrastructure market, we seek to protect and enhance the value of our investor’s assets, which currently stand at £3bn.
Location: South West Region
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum dependent on skills, qualifications and experience,
Benefits: We offer a range of excellent benefits including life assurance, pension plan, private medical insurance, and a commitment to ongoing learning and development opportunities including support with professional study and memberships.
COVID-19 Update:
It is likely that interviews will take place partly by phone and partly by video, so you will ideally need access to a phone, tablet or laptop with a camera if you progress. We will keep you informed of the interview process as we continue.
We will also talk about arrangements to get you started in the role if you're successful. As we don't yet know what restrictions will be in place when you're ready to start, and all our main offices remain closed at this time (with all employees based there currently working from home with appropriate IT kit provided by the company), we will continue to follow the Government advice and ensure the safety of all our employees, whilst making sure that you feel supported and welcomed to the team.
You may have experience of the following: Project Manager, Project Management, Lifecycle Manager, Assistant Lifecycle Manager, Building Surveyor, Building Surveying, Asset Management, Asset Manager, Building Services, Graduate Surveyor, PFI, Private Finance Initiative, Construction Manager, etc,
Ref: (Apply online only)
08/10/2021
Permanent
Project Manager
Imagile Group are looking to recruit a Project Manager, on a permanent basis working 37.5 hours per week. This role will be working from home but covering projects in the South West region.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing market-leading organisation with a reputation for quality. The role provides an opportunity to join our team of multi-disciplinary construction and estates professionals on projects across all infrastructure sectors. .
Project Manager Responsibilities:
Work with key stakeholders and other IPSL specialist support partners to deliver lifecycle works and defect works between £10k and £5m within the South West of the UK.
Assist in procuring schemes efficiently to provide value-for money.
Closely work with multiple project stakeholders including internal stakeholders within IPSL: Lifecycle planning department; Procurement function; Operational / Faculties Management functions; Senior management under the guidance of the Sector Head: Construction Delivery.
Work alongside other professional / design teams.
Provide support on project validations, feasibilities and scope determination.
Assist in the co-ordination and issue of tender documentation and the production and execution of various forms of contract documentation; JCT D&B, Framework call-off, etc.
Project Manager Requirements:
Essential:
Extensive Project Management experience of capital expenditure works ranging from £50k - c. £1m
BSc (Hons) Degree in Building Surveying/Project Management/Quantity Surveying or at least 5 years Construction Experience.
Experience of assisting in the developing of tender packs, JCT contract documentation and managing change control processes.
Ability to interact with senior management team, one to one, meetings and by written reports.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft packages, particularly Word and Excel
We are looking for a positive, driven and well motivated individual with excellent organisational skills. You will be an excellent communicator and a problem solver with the ability to work under pressure and adhere to deadlines, working to a high standard with minimal supervision, whilst also working as part of a team.
About Imagile Group:
Imagile Group is a dedicated team of infrastructure experts sharing a core understanding: that effective day to day management delivers value, stability and returns over the long term.
As one of the largest SPV and Asset Management service providers to the PPP / PFI infrastructure market, we seek to protect and enhance the value of our investor’s assets, which currently stand at £3bn.
Location: South West Region
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum dependent on skills, qualifications and experience,
Benefits: We offer a range of excellent benefits including life assurance, pension plan, private medical insurance, and a commitment to ongoing learning and development opportunities including support with professional study and memberships.
COVID-19 Update:
It is likely that interviews will take place partly by phone and partly by video, so you will ideally need access to a phone, tablet or laptop with a camera if you progress. We will keep you informed of the interview process as we continue.
We will also talk about arrangements to get you started in the role if you're successful. As we don't yet know what restrictions will be in place when you're ready to start, and all our main offices remain closed at this time (with all employees based there currently working from home with appropriate IT kit provided by the company), we will continue to follow the Government advice and ensure the safety of all our employees, whilst making sure that you feel supported and welcomed to the team.
You may have experience of the following: Project Manager, Project Management, Lifecycle Manager, Assistant Lifecycle Manager, Building Surveyor, Building Surveying, Asset Management, Asset Manager, Building Services, Graduate Surveyor, PFI, Private Finance Initiative, Construction Manager, etc,
Ref: (Apply online only)
Senior Project Engineer SF32481 Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth Starting Salary: £36,525 About the role We're looking for a Senior Project Engineer within the Strategic Infrastructure (Estates Department) to join us at HMNB Devonport, one of the largest naval bases in Western Europe. We're a key strategic partner to our customers; the MOD and the Royal Navy. We ensure that the UK Royal Navy goes to sea safely by supporting them in Devonport and around the world, delivering complex ship and submarine sustainment programmes and applying our core strengths of technology and expertise to sustain critical and complex assets to help maintain national security. You will provide engineering support for Babcock Strategic Infrastructure (Estates department) in support of the MSDF (Maritime Support Delivery Framework) contract and the upcoming new contract FMSP (Future Maritime Support Programme). Estates provide maintenance to the Dockyard infrastructure, to enable Babcock to maintain the Navy fleet. As the Senior Project Engineer you will manage specific property and facility projects within Devonport Dockyard and Naval Base Estates from concept, feasibility and Design stages, through implementation and to formal hand-over. You will manage interfaces of the various groups, both internal and external to Babcock M & T, as necessary during projects on both the Babcock M & T and MoD owned estates. To ensure compliance with appropriate statutory, health, safety and environmental requirements for any plant, process or project for which the Post Holder is responsible and provide assistance to helpdesk call centre and operatives on clarification of reactive maintenance work orders What do I need to do the role? You will have an HNC or equivalent qualification or considerable Project Management experience, ILM level 3. We would also like you to have the following:
Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential attributes as is the ability to work well under pressure and with the minimum supervision.
Considerable experience in managing Sub-Contractors. Have significant experience in B & C or M & E Discipline's.
Served a recognised apprenticeship
Good knowledge of industry Health & Safety practices and Risk assessments.
Asbestos Awareness
Association of Project Managers (APM)
Lastly you will have a good knowledge and application of Microsoft Office Suite and IOSH. What else do I need to know?
The successful candidate will need to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements. This may require you to hold or be eligible/capable of achieving 'Security Check' (SC) clearance.
We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
07/11/2020
Full time
Senior Project Engineer SF32481 Devonport Royal Dockyard, Plymouth Starting Salary: £36,525 About the role We're looking for a Senior Project Engineer within the Strategic Infrastructure (Estates Department) to join us at HMNB Devonport, one of the largest naval bases in Western Europe. We're a key strategic partner to our customers; the MOD and the Royal Navy. We ensure that the UK Royal Navy goes to sea safely by supporting them in Devonport and around the world, delivering complex ship and submarine sustainment programmes and applying our core strengths of technology and expertise to sustain critical and complex assets to help maintain national security. You will provide engineering support for Babcock Strategic Infrastructure (Estates department) in support of the MSDF (Maritime Support Delivery Framework) contract and the upcoming new contract FMSP (Future Maritime Support Programme). Estates provide maintenance to the Dockyard infrastructure, to enable Babcock to maintain the Navy fleet. As the Senior Project Engineer you will manage specific property and facility projects within Devonport Dockyard and Naval Base Estates from concept, feasibility and Design stages, through implementation and to formal hand-over. You will manage interfaces of the various groups, both internal and external to Babcock M & T, as necessary during projects on both the Babcock M & T and MoD owned estates. To ensure compliance with appropriate statutory, health, safety and environmental requirements for any plant, process or project for which the Post Holder is responsible and provide assistance to helpdesk call centre and operatives on clarification of reactive maintenance work orders What do I need to do the role? You will have an HNC or equivalent qualification or considerable Project Management experience, ILM level 3. We would also like you to have the following:
Good interpersonal and communication skills are essential attributes as is the ability to work well under pressure and with the minimum supervision.
Considerable experience in managing Sub-Contractors. Have significant experience in B & C or M & E Discipline's.
Served a recognised apprenticeship
Good knowledge of industry Health & Safety practices and Risk assessments.
Asbestos Awareness
Association of Project Managers (APM)
Lastly you will have a good knowledge and application of Microsoft Office Suite and IOSH. What else do I need to know?
The successful candidate will need to satisfy Ministry of Defence security requirements. This may require you to hold or be eligible/capable of achieving 'Security Check' (SC) clearance.
We are happy to talk about flexible working. Please ask about alternative patterns of work at interview.
MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for an Hard Services Manager (DLO Manager) to join a local authority based in Hammersmith. This will be an initial 6-month contract paying £218.50 p/d Inside IR35. This role will
Description: As Contract and Direct Labour Manager you will provide a comprehensive Hard Services maintenance and project management support service to the my clients property portfolio, with responsibility for efficient operation of my clients properties, whilst ensuring comprehensive statutory compliance throughout the estate
The role will require a proactive and practical hands on approach to the requirements of this role, this will involve both office based works and inspection of contractors' and DLO's works undertaken within my clients facilities and sites on a regular basis, together with meetings with internal team members and the public which will require excellent communication skills at all levels
Duties
To undertake the contract / line management of the Hard Services contractors and the in-house team personnel undertaking statutory and general maintenance, inspections, repairs and refurbishments.
To assist line management in progressing, the strategy for the transfer of the existing outsourced Hard Services management TFM contract to a new service model which will provide a high standard of maintenance in accordance with good industry standards and ensure full statutory compliance within the my clients estate
To assist in specifying, prequalifying tenderers, tendering and procurement of the contracts for Hard Services, subsequently taking the full responsibility for managing the agreed service model to achieve the stated standards and compliance
To agree with line management and the helpdesk team the regular reporting and dashboard outputs.
To gain a comprehensive knowledge of the assets installed within my clients estates, within 3 months of appointment, continuously maintaining up to date asset registers on the CAFM system by regular site visits and liaison with the project team
To undertake regular site visits to survey and assess the condition of the my clients properties and associate assets, whilst assisting in the preparation and of a current risk register in conjunction with a costed and prioritised 10 year forward maintenance programme for future replacements / refurbishments of assets and building fabric
To ensure that all work activities by both managed staff and contractors are comprehensively risk assessed on a frequent basis, including the development and operation of permit to work, risk assessment systems and asbestos registers for incorporation in the helpdesk and to take all necessary steps to secure full and prompt implementation of corrective and preventive actions, by contractors or in-house staff, to ensure conformity to the applicable requirements and standards
To establish and manage effective working relationships between external contractors
and the organisation to ensure works and projects are completed on time, within budget to the required standards / specification, ensuring any issues are resolved at an early stage.
To proactively manage the work undertaken by contractors and members of the team to ensure work is completed in line with good industry quality standards and that it is within the agreed budget and cost of the project
To provide authoritative advice to the Hard services team on all aspects of Hard Services strategy, compliance
To undertake responsible person responsibility duties a delegated
To undertake all necessary actions to develop strategies to build conformity, promulgate good practice and drive continuous improvement, whilst working with relevant managers and provide assurance to my clients Senior Management Team.
To undertake a programme of Multi- Discipline, Safety, Contract and General Management training for yourself and the in-house team, to ensure the appropriate training and experience is available at all times to the P&F team
To liaise with relevant colleagues in Property and Facilities and throughout my client including their Insurance team, with regards the implementation of safety corrective and preventive actions as a result of:
* urgent works,
* long-term maintenance
* upgrade and refurbishment projects
* capital projects
whilst specifically reviewing, auditing and advising on maintenance requirements.
To undertake continuing professional and personal development as agreed with the Head of Hard Services to maintain the requisite competence, knowledge and skills necessary to perform this critical role to the exacting standard expected.
To undertake any other duties that may be reasonably requested by the Property and Facilities senior management team
Emergency Call Out
This role includes a provision for the incumbent to undertake Emergency call out duties on a rota basis, to resolve out of hours emergency failures throughout my clients Estate
Line Management:
This post reports to the Head of Hard Services and will manage the following roles
* In house Handymen and multi - discipline tradesmen
* appointed Contractors for outsourced maintenance, operation and repair/ refurbishment of Hard services within my client's portfolio
Title: Hard Services Manager (DLO Manager)
Day Rate: £218.50p/d (Inside IR35)
Location: Hammersmith
23/07/2020
MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for an Hard Services Manager (DLO Manager) to join a local authority based in Hammersmith. This will be an initial 6-month contract paying £218.50 p/d Inside IR35. This role will
Description: As Contract and Direct Labour Manager you will provide a comprehensive Hard Services maintenance and project management support service to the my clients property portfolio, with responsibility for efficient operation of my clients properties, whilst ensuring comprehensive statutory compliance throughout the estate
The role will require a proactive and practical hands on approach to the requirements of this role, this will involve both office based works and inspection of contractors' and DLO's works undertaken within my clients facilities and sites on a regular basis, together with meetings with internal team members and the public which will require excellent communication skills at all levels
Duties
To undertake the contract / line management of the Hard Services contractors and the in-house team personnel undertaking statutory and general maintenance, inspections, repairs and refurbishments.
To assist line management in progressing, the strategy for the transfer of the existing outsourced Hard Services management TFM contract to a new service model which will provide a high standard of maintenance in accordance with good industry standards and ensure full statutory compliance within the my clients estate
To assist in specifying, prequalifying tenderers, tendering and procurement of the contracts for Hard Services, subsequently taking the full responsibility for managing the agreed service model to achieve the stated standards and compliance
To agree with line management and the helpdesk team the regular reporting and dashboard outputs.
To gain a comprehensive knowledge of the assets installed within my clients estates, within 3 months of appointment, continuously maintaining up to date asset registers on the CAFM system by regular site visits and liaison with the project team
To undertake regular site visits to survey and assess the condition of the my clients properties and associate assets, whilst assisting in the preparation and of a current risk register in conjunction with a costed and prioritised 10 year forward maintenance programme for future replacements / refurbishments of assets and building fabric
To ensure that all work activities by both managed staff and contractors are comprehensively risk assessed on a frequent basis, including the development and operation of permit to work, risk assessment systems and asbestos registers for incorporation in the helpdesk and to take all necessary steps to secure full and prompt implementation of corrective and preventive actions, by contractors or in-house staff, to ensure conformity to the applicable requirements and standards
To establish and manage effective working relationships between external contractors
and the organisation to ensure works and projects are completed on time, within budget to the required standards / specification, ensuring any issues are resolved at an early stage.
To proactively manage the work undertaken by contractors and members of the team to ensure work is completed in line with good industry quality standards and that it is within the agreed budget and cost of the project
To provide authoritative advice to the Hard services team on all aspects of Hard Services strategy, compliance
To undertake responsible person responsibility duties a delegated
To undertake all necessary actions to develop strategies to build conformity, promulgate good practice and drive continuous improvement, whilst working with relevant managers and provide assurance to my clients Senior Management Team.
To undertake a programme of Multi- Discipline, Safety, Contract and General Management training for yourself and the in-house team, to ensure the appropriate training and experience is available at all times to the P&F team
To liaise with relevant colleagues in Property and Facilities and throughout my client including their Insurance team, with regards the implementation of safety corrective and preventive actions as a result of:
* urgent works,
* long-term maintenance
* upgrade and refurbishment projects
* capital projects
whilst specifically reviewing, auditing and advising on maintenance requirements.
To undertake continuing professional and personal development as agreed with the Head of Hard Services to maintain the requisite competence, knowledge and skills necessary to perform this critical role to the exacting standard expected.
To undertake any other duties that may be reasonably requested by the Property and Facilities senior management team
Emergency Call Out
This role includes a provision for the incumbent to undertake Emergency call out duties on a rota basis, to resolve out of hours emergency failures throughout my clients Estate
Line Management:
This post reports to the Head of Hard Services and will manage the following roles
* In house Handymen and multi - discipline tradesmen
* appointed Contractors for outsourced maintenance, operation and repair/ refurbishment of Hard services within my client's portfolio
Title: Hard Services Manager (DLO Manager)
Day Rate: £218.50p/d (Inside IR35)
Location: Hammersmith
MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for an DLO / Contracts Manager to join a local authority based in Hammersmith. This will be an initial 6-month contract paying £218.50 p/d Inside IR35. This role will
Description: As Contract and Direct Labour Manager you will provide a comprehensive Hard Services maintenance and project management support service to the my clients property portfolio, with responsibility for efficient operation of my clients properties, whilst ensuring comprehensive statutory compliance throughout the estate
The role will require a proactive and practical hands on approach to the requirements of this role, this will involve both office based works and inspection of contractors' and DLO's works undertaken within my clients facilities and sites on a regular basis, together with meetings with internal team members and the public which will require excellent communication skills at all levels
Duties
To undertake the contract / line management of the Hard Services contractors and the in-house team personnel undertaking statutory and general maintenance, inspections, repairs and refurbishments.
To assist line management in progressing, the strategy for the transfer of the existing outsourced Hard Services management TFM contract to a new service model which will provide a high standard of maintenance in accordance with good industry standards and ensure full statutory compliance within the my clients estate
To assist in specifying, prequalifying tenderers, tendering and procurement of the contracts for Hard Services, subsequently taking the full responsibility for managing the agreed service model to achieve the stated standards and compliance
To agree with line management and the helpdesk team the regular reporting and dashboard outputs.
To gain a comprehensive knowledge of the assets installed within my clients estates, within 3 months of appointment, continuously maintaining up to date asset registers on the CAFM system by regular site visits and liaison with the project team
To undertake regular site visits to survey and assess the condition of the my clients properties and associate assets, whilst assisting in the preparation and of a current risk register in conjunction with a costed and prioritised 10 year forward maintenance programme for future replacements / refurbishments of assets and building fabric
To ensure that all work activities by both managed staff and contractors are comprehensively risk assessed on a frequent basis, including the development and operation of permit to work, risk assessment systems and asbestos registers for incorporation in the helpdesk and to take all necessary steps to secure full and prompt implementation of corrective and preventive actions, by contractors or in-house staff, to ensure conformity to the applicable requirements and standards
To establish and manage effective working relationships between external contractors
and the organisation to ensure works and projects are completed on time, within budget to the required standards / specification, ensuring any issues are resolved at an early stage.
To proactively manage the work undertaken by contractors and members of the team to ensure work is completed in line with good industry quality standards and that it is within the agreed budget and cost of the project
To provide authoritative advice to the Hard services team on all aspects of Hard Services strategy, compliance
To undertake responsible person responsibility duties a delegated
To undertake all necessary actions to develop strategies to build conformity, promulgate good practice and drive continuous improvement, whilst working with relevant managers and provide assurance to my clients Senior Management Team.
To undertake a programme of Multi- Discipline, Safety, Contract and General Management training for yourself and the in-house team, to ensure the appropriate training and experience is available at all times to the P&F team
To liaise with relevant colleagues in Property and Facilities and throughout my client including their Insurance team, with regards the implementation of safety corrective and preventive actions as a result of:
* urgent works,
* long-term maintenance
* upgrade and refurbishment projects
* capital projects
whilst specifically reviewing, auditing and advising on maintenance requirements.
To undertake continuing professional and personal development as agreed with the Head of Hard Services to maintain the requisite competence, knowledge and skills necessary to perform this critical role to the exacting standard expected.
To undertake any other duties that may be reasonably requested by the Property and Facilities senior management team
Emergency Call Out
This role includes a provision for the incumbent to undertake Emergency call out duties on a rota basis, to resolve out of hours emergency failures throughout my clients Estate
Line Management:
This post reports to the Head of Hard Services and will manage the following roles
* In house Handymen and multi - discipline tradesmen
* appointed Contractors for outsourced maintenance, operation and repair/ refurbishment of Hard services within my client's portfolio
Title: DLO Manager
Day Rate: £218.50p/d (Inside IR35)
Location: Hammersmith
14/07/2020
MMP Consultancy currently have an opportunity for an DLO / Contracts Manager to join a local authority based in Hammersmith. This will be an initial 6-month contract paying £218.50 p/d Inside IR35. This role will
Description: As Contract and Direct Labour Manager you will provide a comprehensive Hard Services maintenance and project management support service to the my clients property portfolio, with responsibility for efficient operation of my clients properties, whilst ensuring comprehensive statutory compliance throughout the estate
The role will require a proactive and practical hands on approach to the requirements of this role, this will involve both office based works and inspection of contractors' and DLO's works undertaken within my clients facilities and sites on a regular basis, together with meetings with internal team members and the public which will require excellent communication skills at all levels
Duties
To undertake the contract / line management of the Hard Services contractors and the in-house team personnel undertaking statutory and general maintenance, inspections, repairs and refurbishments.
To assist line management in progressing, the strategy for the transfer of the existing outsourced Hard Services management TFM contract to a new service model which will provide a high standard of maintenance in accordance with good industry standards and ensure full statutory compliance within the my clients estate
To assist in specifying, prequalifying tenderers, tendering and procurement of the contracts for Hard Services, subsequently taking the full responsibility for managing the agreed service model to achieve the stated standards and compliance
To agree with line management and the helpdesk team the regular reporting and dashboard outputs.
To gain a comprehensive knowledge of the assets installed within my clients estates, within 3 months of appointment, continuously maintaining up to date asset registers on the CAFM system by regular site visits and liaison with the project team
To undertake regular site visits to survey and assess the condition of the my clients properties and associate assets, whilst assisting in the preparation and of a current risk register in conjunction with a costed and prioritised 10 year forward maintenance programme for future replacements / refurbishments of assets and building fabric
To ensure that all work activities by both managed staff and contractors are comprehensively risk assessed on a frequent basis, including the development and operation of permit to work, risk assessment systems and asbestos registers for incorporation in the helpdesk and to take all necessary steps to secure full and prompt implementation of corrective and preventive actions, by contractors or in-house staff, to ensure conformity to the applicable requirements and standards
To establish and manage effective working relationships between external contractors
and the organisation to ensure works and projects are completed on time, within budget to the required standards / specification, ensuring any issues are resolved at an early stage.
To proactively manage the work undertaken by contractors and members of the team to ensure work is completed in line with good industry quality standards and that it is within the agreed budget and cost of the project
To provide authoritative advice to the Hard services team on all aspects of Hard Services strategy, compliance
To undertake responsible person responsibility duties a delegated
To undertake all necessary actions to develop strategies to build conformity, promulgate good practice and drive continuous improvement, whilst working with relevant managers and provide assurance to my clients Senior Management Team.
To undertake a programme of Multi- Discipline, Safety, Contract and General Management training for yourself and the in-house team, to ensure the appropriate training and experience is available at all times to the P&F team
To liaise with relevant colleagues in Property and Facilities and throughout my client including their Insurance team, with regards the implementation of safety corrective and preventive actions as a result of:
* urgent works,
* long-term maintenance
* upgrade and refurbishment projects
* capital projects
whilst specifically reviewing, auditing and advising on maintenance requirements.
To undertake continuing professional and personal development as agreed with the Head of Hard Services to maintain the requisite competence, knowledge and skills necessary to perform this critical role to the exacting standard expected.
To undertake any other duties that may be reasonably requested by the Property and Facilities senior management team
Emergency Call Out
This role includes a provision for the incumbent to undertake Emergency call out duties on a rota basis, to resolve out of hours emergency failures throughout my clients Estate
Line Management:
This post reports to the Head of Hard Services and will manage the following roles
* In house Handymen and multi - discipline tradesmen
* appointed Contractors for outsourced maintenance, operation and repair/ refurbishment of Hard services within my client's portfolio
Title: DLO Manager
Day Rate: £218.50p/d (Inside IR35)
Location: Hammersmith
M&E Engineer / Surveyor required for a permanent position in Tidworth! You will determine the internal and external condition of buildings and their fabric identifying and analysing defects, including proposals for repair. Preparing scopes of works, to support change, lifecycle planning and the Asset Management Plan. Carry out feasibility studies. Advising on the health and safety aspects of buildings. Advising on energy use and conservation in a range of buildings and sites, aiming to minimise the environmental impact and reduce the carbon footprint
Other duties will include but are not limited to:
* Ensure that all areas of areas of personal responsibility adopt and utilise their policies and procedures
* Health and Safety
* Reporting of all Health and Safety defects, near misses, dangerous occurrences and spillages to the Helpdesk
* Inspect all Mechanical and Electrical assets and prepare reports and surveys in preparation for the annual lifecycle and AMP
* Scoping of Work from survey data to inform Change and Lifecycle Projects
* Supporting the Estimator.
* Review of O&M documentation and Completion Certificates.
* Technical review and assessment of works.
* Witness the testing and commissioning of electrical, mechanical, HVAC and other systems for Lifecycle/Change Projects.
* Provide written reports on any testing, commissioning and training deficiencies.
* Prepare assets and documentation
* Working with detailed diagrams, plans and drawings.
* Liaising closely with other professionals and attending technical meetings. Ensuring that the design and maintenance of building systems meets legislative and health and safety requirements.
* Carry out such duties as may be reasonably required from time to time by the Line Manager or other Senior Managers
Essential requirements (please ensure these are clear on CV application):
* Educated to a minimum City & Guilds/ONC level or equivalent in a Mechanical / Electrical discipline and preferably with a professional membership e.g. CIBSE
* Provides Surveying capabilities to support change, the Lifecycle plan and AMP
* Pricing of Scope of Works to support Change, Lifecycle planning and the AMP. Review of contractors' quotes, tender returns and work estimates to substantiate or challenge value for money
* Undertake analysis of survey information and other related estates data to provide succinct scope of works to support change, the Lifecycle plan and AMP
* Support commissioning activities and provide technical support and guidance where required
* To provide strategic and operational management of the estate by compiling, updating, monitoring and controlling data to inform and support service delivery, Lifecycle planning the AMP and Change Commits to putting customers first and delivers high quality service that meets or exceeds expectations.
* Health & Safety
* Client management skills
You must hold a full Driving Licence and must be able to undergo successful Security Clearance
Apply now!
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You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website
22/01/2017
M&E Engineer / Surveyor required for a permanent position in Tidworth! You will determine the internal and external condition of buildings and their fabric identifying and analysing defects, including proposals for repair. Preparing scopes of works, to support change, lifecycle planning and the Asset Management Plan. Carry out feasibility studies. Advising on the health and safety aspects of buildings. Advising on energy use and conservation in a range of buildings and sites, aiming to minimise the environmental impact and reduce the carbon footprint
Other duties will include but are not limited to:
* Ensure that all areas of areas of personal responsibility adopt and utilise their policies and procedures
* Health and Safety
* Reporting of all Health and Safety defects, near misses, dangerous occurrences and spillages to the Helpdesk
* Inspect all Mechanical and Electrical assets and prepare reports and surveys in preparation for the annual lifecycle and AMP
* Scoping of Work from survey data to inform Change and Lifecycle Projects
* Supporting the Estimator.
* Review of O&M documentation and Completion Certificates.
* Technical review and assessment of works.
* Witness the testing and commissioning of electrical, mechanical, HVAC and other systems for Lifecycle/Change Projects.
* Provide written reports on any testing, commissioning and training deficiencies.
* Prepare assets and documentation
* Working with detailed diagrams, plans and drawings.
* Liaising closely with other professionals and attending technical meetings. Ensuring that the design and maintenance of building systems meets legislative and health and safety requirements.
* Carry out such duties as may be reasonably required from time to time by the Line Manager or other Senior Managers
Essential requirements (please ensure these are clear on CV application):
* Educated to a minimum City & Guilds/ONC level or equivalent in a Mechanical / Electrical discipline and preferably with a professional membership e.g. CIBSE
* Provides Surveying capabilities to support change, the Lifecycle plan and AMP
* Pricing of Scope of Works to support Change, Lifecycle planning and the AMP. Review of contractors' quotes, tender returns and work estimates to substantiate or challenge value for money
* Undertake analysis of survey information and other related estates data to provide succinct scope of works to support change, the Lifecycle plan and AMP
* Support commissioning activities and provide technical support and guidance where required
* To provide strategic and operational management of the estate by compiling, updating, monitoring and controlling data to inform and support service delivery, Lifecycle planning the AMP and Change Commits to putting customers first and delivers high quality service that meets or exceeds expectations.
* Health & Safety
* Client management skills
You must hold a full Driving Licence and must be able to undergo successful Security Clearance
Apply now!
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Fusion People are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business.
You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our website