Job Description
Estates Surveyor - Local Authority (Contract)
Location: South West (Somerset region)
Rate: 400 per day Umbrella (Negotiable)
Contract: 12 months ongoing
Hours: 37 per week
Working Pattern: Hybrid (2 days office/site visits, 3 days remote)
Closing Date: 13 May 2026
Interviews: Online
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estates Surveyor to join a forward-thinking public sector organisation in the South West. This is a key role within a strategic estates team managing a large and diverse property portfolio.
You will play a pivotal role in delivering property disposals and asset management initiatives, ensuring best value and supporting long-term strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a range of property disposals and asset transfers from inception through to completion
- Ensure compliance with Section 123 of the Local Government Act 1972
- Undertake valuations, feasibility studies, and options appraisals
- Develop robust business cases aligned to strategic asset management plans
- Lead on negotiations including heads of terms, leases, and sales agreements
- Work closely with internal stakeholders, legal teams, and external agents
- Contribute to asset reviews and long-term estate strategies
- Carry out site inspections across a varied portfolio including rural locations
Essential Requirements
- Degree qualified in Estate Management, Real Estate, or related field
- Proven experience in estate management, disposals, and asset transfers
- Strong knowledge of local authority processes and compliance requirements
- Ability to manage a varied caseload independently
- Experience within a local authority, council, or housing association is essential
Desirable
- MRICS or working towards chartership
- Recent public sector/local government experience
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-performing estates function, working on complex and high-value transactions while contributing to long-term asset strategy.
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Please apply with your CV to be considered. Early applications are encouraged.
Linsco is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
