Head of Dilapidations

Head of Dilapidations, Director level City of London

Looking for a step into a lead role or already incumbent as a lead for dilapidations/Director level? This could be the role for you! Our client is an independent real estate consultancy with nationwide coverage. Creating better commercial buildings for more than 50 years.

This as an exciting opportunity to become part and lead the growing dilapidations offering the London City office, with an enviable and national client base.

The role

As the dilapidations lead, you ll take a lead role in both delivering dilapidations advice and managing a small team. Working closely with Lead Director to develop and execute a business plan, while taking a hands-on approach to delivery. You will apply technical excellence, solid leadership and commercial acumen.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and grow the dilapidations service line, setting business plans and performance targets.
• Technical Expertise & Negotiation: Survey properties, prepare Schedules of Dilapidations, formulate valuations, and negotiate settlements to reduce tenant liability or maximize landlord recovery.
• Business Development: Actively win new instructions and maintain relationships with key clients (landlords and tenants).
• Team Management: Mentor and lead surveyors, providing technical oversight and reviewing reports.
• Commercial Management: Manage P&L, fee income, budget, and project quality for the department.

About you

• Qualifications: MRICS Chartered Building Surveyor
• Expertise: Extensive experience in commercial dilapidations law, case law, and building construction.
• Negotiation Skills: Strong ability to negotiate settlements on complex commercial portfolios.
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage a team of surveyors and win new business

On offer is a highly competitive package, benefits and CPD/support. For further information and a confidential discussion please contact Danny at (url removed) / (phone number removed)