Principal Surveyor

Description

Rochdale Borough Council

Rate: GBP48/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 mattersSupport and deputise for the Head of Estates when requiredOversee and support junior team members, fostering professional developmentManage and contribute to asset reviews, regeneration projects, and development opportunitiesUndertake rent reviews, negotiations, and service charge managementWork collaboratively with internal teams, stakeholders, and external partnersContribute 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 standardsStrong experience in estate management, including valuations, acquisitions, disposals, and L&TA solid understanding of the North West property market (preferred)Excellent communication, negotiation, and report writing skillsThe ability to manage a varied caseload and meet deadlinesExperience 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 environmentOpportunity to work on meaningful regeneration and asset management projects Additional Information

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

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