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Principal Surveyor

Job Posted: 10 days ago

Salary: £ 48 - 48 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Rochdale

Expire in: 18 days

Job Description

Rochdale Borough Council 

Rate: £48/hour (DOE) INSIDE IR35 

Contract length: 3 months (potenial for extension) 

Rochdale Borough Council is looking for an experienced and motivated Principal Surveyor to join their Estates & Assets team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take a leading role in managing a diverse property portfolio while supporting strategic regeneration and development across the borough.

Working closely with the Head of Estates, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality estate management services, leading professional workstreams, and supporting both operational delivery and longer-term asset strategies. 

About the Role
This is a varied and rewarding position where you will:

Lead and deliver a broad range of estate management functions including valuations, acquisitions, disposals, and landlord & tenant matters
Support and deputise for the Head of Estates when required
Oversee and support junior team members, fostering professional development
Manage and contribute to asset reviews, regeneration projects, and development opportunities
Undertake rent reviews, negotiations, and service charge management
Work collaboratively with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partners
Contribute to the effective management of budgets and ensure delivery within financial targets
You will also support the Council's business centres management team, helping to ensure high-quality service delivery across commercial assets. 

About You
We're looking for a commercially aware and technically strong surveyor who can bring:

Membership (or equivalent experience) aligned with RICS professional standards
Strong experience in estate management, including valuations, acquisitions, disposals, and L&T
A solid understanding of the North West property market (preferred)
Excellent communication, negotiation, and report writing skills
The ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlines
Experience in service charge accounting (desirable, not essential)
A collaborative mindset with the ability to lead and support others
What's On Offer 

Flexible, hybrid working (minimum 1 day per week in the office)
A small, friendly, and supportive team environment
Opportunity to work on meaningful regeneration and asset management projects
Additional Information

The role is based at Number One Riverside, Rochdale
Travel across the borough may be required
The Council is committed to equality, diversity, and safeguarding

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