Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor

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We are seeking an experienced Interim Lead Commercial Surveyor to join a dynamic City Council property team. Reporting directly to the Director of Property, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping and delivering the Council’s Commercial and Investment Property strategy.
This is a high-impact senior leadership position, acting as the Council’s lead advisor on all commercial and investment property and asset management matters, ensuring the portfolio delivers maximum value — financially, socially and strategically.
Cunard Building, Water Street, Pier Head, Liverpool, L2 2BS, United Kingdom
3-Month Contract - 35 Hours per Week
£500 per day
Hybrid Working – Typically 3 Days Office-Based
Key Responsibilities:
* Act as the Council’s lead advisor on commercial and investment property matters across council-owned land and buildings
* Lead on lettings, lease restructures, rent reviews, renewals, debt management, and landlord & tenant negotiations
* Drive income generation, capital receipts, cost savings and liability reduction across the portfolio
* Oversee annual portfolio valuations for accounting purposes
* Lead disposals and acquisitions programmes
* Develop and implement the Asset Management Strategy and key asset plans
About You:
We’re looking for a commercially astute and politically aware property professional who can operate confidently at senior leadership level within a complex public sector environment.
You will demonstrate:
* Significant senior-level experience in commercial property and asset management
* Strong knowledge of public sector governance and statutory requirements
* Proven track record of income generation and strategic portfolio optimisation
* Excellent stakeholder management skills, including Members and external partners
* Ability to prepare evidence for Public Inquiries and Court proceedings
Working Arrangements:
This is a hybrid role, typically requiring three days per week office-based at the Cunard Building, with home working in line with Council H&S and Agile Working policies.
The role may require occasional site visits across the City
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Location:
L2, Liverpool, Merseyside
Salary:
£500 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Construction

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