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Job Specification Asset Manager Location: Leicestershire (Hybrid) Rate: £389 per day Contract: Interim Working Pattern: Hybrid 2 days per week on site, including every Wednesday (pro rata for part-time workers) Overview Leicestershire County Council is seeking an experienced Asset Manager to join its Commercial Property team on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused property professional to manage a varied portfolio of investment assets and contribute to the strategic optimisation of the Council's £519m property portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a caseload of commercial property matters with minimal supervision, delivering asset management initiatives that maximise income, enhance value and support the Council's wider strategic objectives. Essential Experience The successful candidate will demonstrate: Significant commercial landlord and tenant experience. Proven asset management experience across commercial property. Ability to independently manage a varied caseload with minimal supervision. Strong commercial negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Experience undertaking financial appraisals, lease events and strategic asset reviews. Desirable Experience Commercial property disposals experience. MRICS qualified (preferred). Registered Valuer status would be highly advantageous. Experience working within the public sector or local government. Job Purpose Leicestershire County Council holds a property portfolio valued at approximately £519 million, with proactive asset management playing a key role in maintaining and enhancing this value. The Commercial Property portfolio sits within the Investing in Leicestershire Programme (IiLP) and comprises a diverse range of assets including offices, industrial and distribution properties, rural estates and development land. The role will focus on the proactive management, optimisation and rationalisation of these assets to maximise financial performance while ensuring compliance with Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972. Responsibilities include financial analysis, lease management, landlord and tenant matters, operational asset management and the delivery of value-enhancing initiatives. The postholder will independently manage a portfolio of cases and contribute to the Council's strategic property objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop and implement asset management and investment strategies for the commercial portfolio. Identify underperforming or surplus assets and develop value enhancement or disposal strategies. Undertake financial and commercial appraisals to support lettings, rent reviews, lease renewals, refurbishments and investment decisions. Lead negotiations with tenants, developers, agents and other stakeholders to achieve the best commercial outcomes. Commission and manage external property and legal advisers in accordance with Council procedures. Ensure statutory, legal and governance requirements relating to the portfolio are fully met. Provide strategic advice on acquisitions, disposals, developments and investment opportunities. Deliver best practice in commercial asset management and contribute to the continuous improvement of property management processes. Prepare reports and recommendations for senior management, Corporate Property Steering Group (CPSG), Members and other stakeholders. Contribute to the annual Investing in Leicestershire Programme (IiLP) Report, Corporate Asset Management Plan and other strategic property documents. Maintain accurate property records using the Council's Asset Management System, CAD, GIS and associated software. Ensure compliance with Council policies including health and safety, information governance and environmental responsibilities. Demonstrate the Council's values and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion. Person Specification Essential Extensive experience in commercial asset management. Strong landlord and tenant expertise. Ability to manage a varied caseload independently. Excellent negotiation, communication and report writing skills. Strong commercial and financial appraisal skills. Experience managing external consultants and professional advisers. Desirable Experience of commercial property disposals. MRICS qualified. Registered Valuer status. Local authority or public sector property experience. Working Arrangements Hybrid working. Attendance on site 2 days per week, including every Wednesday (pro rata for part-time appointments).

On behalf of The Government Property Agency, we are looking for an Asset Manager for a 6 Month contract based in Birmingham (up to 3 days per week on site). The Government Property Agency is an Executive Agency of the cabinet office. It is changing the way the Civil Service works and is at the forefront of Government's transformation agenda; reshaping the relationship civil servants have with their place of work. The Agency is central to the delivery of key Government policies including moving 22,000 Civil Service roles out of London by 2030 and tackling climate change by contributing to the Net Zero agenda. To do this we are delivering a major change programme across the UK and consolidating our portfolio in order to save 1.4 Bn over 10 years. Beyond the bricks and mortar, the GPA is about providing great workplaces for our people. This is an ambitious and exciting task, for which we need innovative people, with strong commercial acumen, who are passionate about visualising and implementing customer needs. Description: The role involves working with the team to implement strategic direction and GPA Agendas ensuring the financial viability of the GPA and enable the GPA to fulfil its mission and objectives. Through the effective delivery of asset planning the principal purpose of the role is to provide both Landlord Services, ensuring internal leases are in place for the accurate recovery of costs and maximisation of income from our customers, and Occupier Management, to mitigate Head Lease liabilities and reduce cost. As an Asset Manager, your main responsibilities will be: The development and implementation of plans at asset level, working closely with your designated team and your wider GPA colleagues. You will leadcommunication, evaluation and implementation of your portfolio which includes: Building and managing relationships with stakeholders and business representatives at peer level and above to understand and assist with development of requirements Management of the GPA Managed Service Provider (MSP) to provide the effective delivery of Property Management Services Contribute to the Development of Strategic Asset Management Plans at portfolio and responsible for delivery at individual asset level Ensure the accurate and timely completion of all property data on the GPA property database using third party suppliers to support Ensure Head Lease compliance to mitigate risk and reduce cost including dilapidations and Licences to Assign and Alter Build strong business cases to provide solutions to property requirements Manage and report on risk and provide strong management and budget information Understand and Communicate best practice and innovation Essential: Demonstrable experience in asset management, property management, estates management, or a related real estate discipline Professional membership of RICS (MRICS/AssocRICS) Proven ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships with internal and external partners at a senior level. Strong understanding of property management principles, including management of service providers and outsourced contracts. Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. DE&I Commitment GPA guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant The Government Property Agency guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".

Job Description: Commercial Manager Salary: Up to 90,000 + benefits Location: Hammersmith office but role covers south region Must be able to drive The Company Our client is a residential property developer operating across four connected areas of the business: Development - buying land, securing planning consent, and delivering schemes In-house contracting - a relatively young arm (4-5 years old) that is growing steadily Asset management Property management - including security/void management of around 20 empty buildings on behalf of insolvency administrators Schemes typically range from single units up to c. 100-unit developments, with land deals ongoing at any given time. The team is small and close-knit - hardworking but sociable, with regular team lunches and drinks. About the Role We are looking for someone commercial and hands-on - someone who understands how to package work out to subcontractors and is comfortable managing the contracting process directly, not just advising on it from the sidelines. You will work alongside an in-house QS and draw on third-party building surveyors and cost consultants as needed. Over time, there is a clear opportunity to help build out a professional services offering within the business - such as cost consultancy or contract administration - potentially run semi-independently within the company. This role will involve travel across the client's site network, which currently spans Epsom, Bristol, Worthing, Hammersmith, Wandsworth, Chiswick, Bromley, Haslemere, and Prime London. Key Responsibilities Pre-construction Cost new developments and contractor opportunities Prepare budgets and development appraisals Produce tender submissions Obtain and analyse subcontractor quotations Value landowner proposals from a build-cost perspective Contractual Prepare contract documentation using standard forms such as JCT Design and Build Contract and JCT Minor Works Contract where appropriate Manage appointments of subcontractors Liaise with solicitors on amendments and special conditions Ensure contracts are properly executed and administered Commercial Management Produce monthly cost reports Monitor project profitability Person Specification Essential: Proven experience in a Commercial Manager or Senior Quantity Surveyor role, ideally within residential development and/or contracting Strong working knowledge of JCT contracts (Design and Build, Minor Works) Hands-on experience managing subcontractor packages and the tendering process Confident preparing budgets, cost reports, and development appraisals Commercially minded with strong attention to detail Comfortable working across multiple live sites and travelling as required Comfortable working in a small, close-knit team environment Desirable: MRICS or working towards chartership Experience or interest in helping build a professional services function (cost consultancy / contract administration)

Permanent opportunity for Estates Surveyor/ Graduate Commercial Surveyor Your new company You will be working for a council in Lancashire Your new role To advise and support the Estates and Asset Management Leader and Elected Members on the extensive range of commercial property related matters dealt with in the Property & Engineering Section.To be involved in the creation and execution of an effective marketing programme for the disposal of land to achieve the Council's required capital receipts. This includes identifying sites, obtaining planning consent, preparing sales particulars, reporting to Committee and instructing the Council's Legal Section on the terms of sale.To support the Estates and Asset Management Leader in managing, promoting and marketing for let the Council's industrial estates, land, commercial and industrial property in order to maximise revenue. This includes preparing schedules of condition and repair, negotiating rent reviews and new leases, preparing advertisements, lettings particulars and editorial copy. Frequent contact is required with other professionals in the public and private sectors and with tenants. To support in providing a professional 'in house' valuation, surveying and marketing service for all Service Areas. This involves regular contact with the Council's Solicitors, Planners, and the provision of advice to Elected Members, the Chief Executive, Directors and Service Managers.To prepare Committee reports and provide professional advice to Elected Members.To assist the budget holder in preparing, controlling and reviewing revenue budgets for garage sites and war memorials, including the maintenance of complete records and the authorisation of invoices for payment.To carry out asset valuations and assist in updating the Asset Register in accordance with RICS & CIPFA professional guidelines and government directives in order to ensure that land holdings are attributed to the correct Service Area.To assist in acquiring properties by agreement and under Compulsory Purchase legislation. To support in undertaking property inspections, surveys and valuations and to negotiate compensation with other professionals. To liaise with Service Managers to ensure budgets are met. To monitor and report on the acquisition programme.To assist in removing trespassers from Council land and buildings. This may involve delicate negotiations and liaising with the Police.To deal with queries on a wide range of issues, often of a complex nature, from members of the public and Elected Members on a daily basis, including enquiries by phone, personal callers, on site inspections and at public meetings.To assist the Head of Property & Engineering in the Management of the Council's Assets in accordance with Government Directives.To undertake such other associated duties as may be allocated from time to time which are commensurate with the salary grading of the post. What you'll need to succeed You will have a BSc in Real Estate and will have a minimum of 2 years experience completing commercial valuations What you'll get in return Salary- £44,000-£48,000 26 days holiday plus bank holidays Flexi time- accrue up to 2 flexi days per month APC Support- you will be working alongside 5 MRICS Surveyors Opportunity to progress to Senior Estates Manager Generous council pension Hybrid working after completing an initial 3 months 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. #

A highly regarded multidisciplinary consultancy is currently seeking a Senior Project Manager to join its established team based in Edinburgh. Known for delivering complex projects across the UK, US, and the Middle East, the consultancy supports a wide range of public and private sector clients in realising long-term value through their built assets. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven Senior Project Manager looking to take ownership of high-profile projects while working within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. As a Senior Project Manager , you will play a key role in delivering multiple, concurrent construction and infrastructure schemes from inception through to completion. You will be trusted to lead complex assignments, manage project teams, and build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. The consultancy promotes a personalised, hands-on approach - making this an ideal role for a Senior Project Manager who thrives on client engagement, quality delivery, and strategic input. The Senior Project Manager's role The Senior Project Manager will oversee project planning, stakeholder engagement, procurement, risk management, and contract administration across a variety of sectors. You'll take the lead on setting project governance, developing programmes, and ensuring that all technical, commercial, and delivery aspects align with client objectives. You'll chair meetings, co-ordinate project team inputs, and support continuous improvement in project delivery. The role also involves mentoring junior staff, supporting bid activity, and contributing to the ongoing growth of the business in Scotland. The Senior Project Manager To be considered for this Senior Project Manager role, you should have: Chartered status (MRICS or equivalent), or working towards it Strong consultancy-side project management experience A track record of delivering multi-sector projects to a high standard Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills Confidence managing multiple stakeholders and competing deadlines In Return? 55,000 - 70,000 (DOE) Ongoing career development opportunities Exposure to landmark projects across the UK and beyond A supportive, high-performing team culture Chartership support and structured training