Interim Estates Surveyor
Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Coventry, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£450 - £450 Daily
Contract/Project
Interim Estates Surveyor
Coventry City Council - (office-based with occasional home working)
Contract: 3 months initially (with potential extension)
Rate: £450 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (minimum 2 days on site - Thursday plus one flexible day)
We are recruiting on behalf of Coventry City Council for an experienced Estates Surveyor to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension.
This role will provide support in managing a substantial caseload of rent reviews and lease renewals, ensuring cases are progressed effectively and within required timescales. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation, property management, and RICS professional standards, with the ability to manage negotiations and deliver professional advice with limited supervision.
Key responsibilities will include:
·Managing a portfolio of properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals
·Negotiating wayleaves, easements, and access licences, responding promptly to applications
·Supporting matters relating to assignments, sub-letting, and alterations
·Working with the Property Management team on service charge preparation, budgets, repairs, improvements, and health and safety works
·Monitoring rent arrears and working alongside Income and Legal teams to protect the Council's position
·Managing void properties to minimise void periods and secure the best terms for new lettings
·Carrying out property inspections, maintaining positive tenant relationships, and investigating queries and complaints
·Providing professional recommendations and advice to support effective estate management
·Supporting other duties within the scope of the role
The successful candidate will have:
·Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
·UK Resident
·Minimum 2 years' experience working within the public sector managing rent reviews, lease renewals, and estate management matters
·Experienced of L&T legislation, property management, and RICS professional codes of practice
·Experience managing external agents and contractors
·Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to work independently
·A relevant degree-level qualification
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a busy local authority property team and make an immediate impact
Coventry City Council - (office-based with occasional home working)
Contract: 3 months initially (with potential extension)
Rate: £450 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (minimum 2 days on site - Thursday plus one flexible day)
We are recruiting on behalf of Coventry City Council for an experienced Estates Surveyor to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension.
This role will provide support in managing a substantial caseload of rent reviews and lease renewals, ensuring cases are progressed effectively and within required timescales. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation, property management, and RICS professional standards, with the ability to manage negotiations and deliver professional advice with limited supervision.
Key responsibilities will include:
·Managing a portfolio of properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals
·Negotiating wayleaves, easements, and access licences, responding promptly to applications
·Supporting matters relating to assignments, sub-letting, and alterations
·Working with the Property Management team on service charge preparation, budgets, repairs, improvements, and health and safety works
·Monitoring rent arrears and working alongside Income and Legal teams to protect the Council's position
·Managing void properties to minimise void periods and secure the best terms for new lettings
·Carrying out property inspections, maintaining positive tenant relationships, and investigating queries and complaints
·Providing professional recommendations and advice to support effective estate management
·Supporting other duties within the scope of the role
The successful candidate will have:
·Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
·UK Resident
·Minimum 2 years' experience working within the public sector managing rent reviews, lease renewals, and estate management matters
·Experienced of L&T legislation, property management, and RICS professional codes of practice
·Experience managing external agents and contractors
·Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to work independently
·A relevant degree-level qualification
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a busy local authority property team and make an immediate impact
Reference: 225310034
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Interim Estates Surveyor
Posted on Jun 30, 2026 by CV-Library
Coventry, West Midlands (County), United Kingdom
Real Estate
Immediate Start
£450 - £450 Daily
Contract/Project
Interim Estates Surveyor
Coventry City Council - (office-based with occasional home working)
Contract: 3 months initially (with potential extension)
Rate: £450 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (minimum 2 days on site - Thursday plus one flexible day)
We are recruiting on behalf of Coventry City Council for an experienced Estates Surveyor to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension.
This role will provide support in managing a substantial caseload of rent reviews and lease renewals, ensuring cases are progressed effectively and within required timescales. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation, property management, and RICS professional standards, with the ability to manage negotiations and deliver professional advice with limited supervision.
Key responsibilities will include:
·Managing a portfolio of properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals
·Negotiating wayleaves, easements, and access licences, responding promptly to applications
·Supporting matters relating to assignments, sub-letting, and alterations
·Working with the Property Management team on service charge preparation, budgets, repairs, improvements, and health and safety works
·Monitoring rent arrears and working alongside Income and Legal teams to protect the Council's position
·Managing void properties to minimise void periods and secure the best terms for new lettings
·Carrying out property inspections, maintaining positive tenant relationships, and investigating queries and complaints
·Providing professional recommendations and advice to support effective estate management
·Supporting other duties within the scope of the role
The successful candidate will have:
·Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
·UK Resident
·Minimum 2 years' experience working within the public sector managing rent reviews, lease renewals, and estate management matters
·Experienced of L&T legislation, property management, and RICS professional codes of practice
·Experience managing external agents and contractors
·Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to work independently
·A relevant degree-level qualification
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a busy local authority property team and make an immediate impact
Coventry City Council - (office-based with occasional home working)
Contract: 3 months initially (with potential extension)
Rate: £450 per day
Working Pattern: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (minimum 2 days on site - Thursday plus one flexible day)
We are recruiting on behalf of Coventry City Council for an experienced Estates Surveyor to join their team on an initial 3-month contract, with the potential for extension.
This role will provide support in managing a substantial caseload of rent reviews and lease renewals, ensuring cases are progressed effectively and within required timescales. The successful candidate will have strong knowledge of landlord and tenant legislation, property management, and RICS professional standards, with the ability to manage negotiations and deliver professional advice with limited supervision.
Key responsibilities will include:
·Managing a portfolio of properties, including rent reviews and lease renewals
·Negotiating wayleaves, easements, and access licences, responding promptly to applications
·Supporting matters relating to assignments, sub-letting, and alterations
·Working with the Property Management team on service charge preparation, budgets, repairs, improvements, and health and safety works
·Monitoring rent arrears and working alongside Income and Legal teams to protect the Council's position
·Managing void properties to minimise void periods and secure the best terms for new lettings
·Carrying out property inspections, maintaining positive tenant relationships, and investigating queries and complaints
·Providing professional recommendations and advice to support effective estate management
·Supporting other duties within the scope of the role
The successful candidate will have:
·Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS)
·UK Resident
·Minimum 2 years' experience working within the public sector managing rent reviews, lease renewals, and estate management matters
·Experienced of L&T legislation, property management, and RICS professional codes of practice
·Experience managing external agents and contractors
·Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to work independently
·A relevant degree-level qualification
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Estates Surveyor to support a busy local authority property team and make an immediate impact
Reference: 225310034
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