Property Management Surveyor Job at West Midlands Combined Authority (Birmingham)

Job Description

Are you a property professional who enjoys bringing together lease & tenant management, stakeholder relationships and strategic asset thinking? We have an excellent opportunity for a Property Management Surveyor to join the Property and Strategic Assets team at the West Midlands Combined Authority. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will help manage and optimise a diverse property portfolio, ensuring our assets are well managed, compliant and delivering value for money. You will play an important part in supporting strategic asset objectives through strong operational property management, sound professional advice and effective engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

Job Responsibility

Supporting strategic asset planning through operational property data and insights
Contributing to property reviews and business cases to support asset optimisation
Maintaining and updating the property asset register
Preparing reports, recommendations and professional advice on property matters
Managing lease events including lease renewals, rent reviews and terminations
Overseeing leases, licences and tenancy agreements across the portfolio
Ensuring compliance with lease terms and wider statutory and contractual obligations
Liaising with tenants, landlords, internal teams and external partners to resolve property-related issues
Acting as a point of contact for internal departments, elected members and external stakeholders
Coordinating maintenance and repair activity with contractors and maintenance teams
Conducting regular inspections of council-owned properties
Supporting acquisitions, disposals and valuations of property assets
Working closely with legal and finance colleagues to ensure due diligence and compliance
Monitoring budgets and expenditure linked to property operations
Supporting financial forecasting, reporting and budget planning for property assets
Identifying opportunities for cost savings, income generation and value for money
Ensuring rents and service charges are demanded, received and reconciled within the proper timescales
Contributing to sustainability and social value outcomes through effective property management
Carrying out risk assessments and supporting the implementation of mitigation measures
Representing WMCA in a professional manner at all times

Requirements

Experience of property management, including lease administration, lease events and landlord and tenant matters
Knowledge of property legislation, lease terms, valuation principles and health and safety requirements
The ability to manage inspections, maintain accurate records and ensure compliance across the portfolio
Experience of working with contractors, managing agents and external stakeholders
Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build credibility with a wide range of people
Confidence in monitoring budgets, supporting financial planning and identifying opportunities for cost savings or income generation
An understanding of asset management principles and property performance measures
The ability to interpret legal documentation and apply it in practice
A degree, or equivalent qualification, in property management, surveying or a related field
Membership of, or progress towards membership of, RICS or a similar professional body

What we offer

Local Government Pension Scheme
Shared Cost Additional Voluntary Contribution scheme
28 days paid annual leave (with an option to purchase more) + Statutory days
EV car benefit scheme
Healthcare plans
Discounted gym membership, will writing, and mortgage advice
An option to buy a bicycle, including e-bikes and adapted pedal cycles, at a discounted rate
3 days of paid leave each year to volunteer
Interest-free financing through SmartTech to buy the latest technology
Discounted shopping with over 2,000 big-name retailers
Costco membership through the WMCA
Boundless unlocks unlimited entry to top-rated UK attractions
Eye Care Scheme, offering a free eye test and a financial contribution towards your glasses

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