Interim Estates Manager

The Interim Estates Manager will oversee the Commercial Estates Team within the this Local Authority, ensuring the efficient operation and compliance of estates. This temporary role requires strong expertise in managing property portfolios and delivering successful outcomes in Essex.

Client Details

This public sector organisation operates within the property department, focusing on the effective management and optimisation of its estate. As a medium-sized entity, it is committed to maintaining high standards and providing essential services to the community in Essex.

Description

• Manage the day-to-day operation of the Councils non-housing property portfolio, ensuring assets are managed efficiently, compliantly and in line with Council policies.
• Line manage estates Surveyors, including workload allocation, performance management, appraisals, professional supervision and quality assurance of outputs.
• Oversee landlord and tenant matters including rent reviews, lease renewals, re-gears, terminations, licences, assignments and enforcement actions.
• Ensure effective instruction and management of external professional advisors (agents, valuers, solicitors), controlling costs and quality of advice.
• Act as the primary operational point of contact for tenants, internal services and external stakeholders on estate management issues.
• Manage and prioritise competing workstreams, responding to urgent or high-risk property matters as they arise.
• Identify and manage operational risks associated with property management, escalating issues of significant financial, legal or reputational impact as appropriate.
• Support income protection and financial performance through timely lease management and resolution of disputes.
• Deputise for senior property management where required on operational matters.
• Direct line management responsibility for two Estates Surveyors
• May oversee temporary, agency or project-based resources as required.

Profile

A successful Interim Estates Manager should have:

• Proven expertise in property management within the public sector.
• Strong knowledge of estate regulations and compliance requirements.
• Ability to manage budgets and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Knowledge of Landlord & Tenant matters
• Experience managing a team of Estate Surveyors
• MRICS

Job Offer

• Competitive daily pay of GBP £550
• Temporary position offering flexibility and an opportunity to make an impact.
• Work within the public sector property department in Essex.

If you are interested in this Interim Estates Manager role in the public sector, we encourage you to apply today.