Job Title
Surveyor / Senior Surveyor
Surveyor /Senior Surveyor
Global Occupier Services
Glasgow or Edinburgh
Cushman & Wakefield is a global leader in commercial real estate services, helping clients transform the way people work, shop, and live. The firm’s 52,000 employees in more than 60 countries provide deep local and global insights that create significant value for occupiers and investors around the world.
Cushman & Wakefield is among the largest commercial real estate services firms with revenues of $10 billion across core services of agency leasing, asset services, capital markets, facilities services (branded C&W Services), global occupier services, investment management (branded DTZ Investors), tenant representation, and valuations & advisory.
Cushman and Wakefield are looking for an enthusiastic individual to join their Occupier Services team atSurveyor /Senior Surveyor level, working on one of their most prestigious client accounts.
There will be dailycollaboration with the GlobalOccupierServicesteam in addition to other skills lines across the Cushman and Wakefield business.The purpose of this role will be to provide our occupier clients with full, professionalPropertyManagement services. You will work closely with colleaguesacross the UK offices and will bebasedatour Glasgow or Edinburgh Offices,with regular attendance at the client’s sites also required.
Core Responsibilities:
Tobe the focal point for all property related queries for a portfolio of properties and to take ownership of all matters toensuretheeffective operational of allocated sites
Liaison with clients and 3rd parties i.e. landlords,their agentsand solicitorsto ensure uninterrupted use of the client’s premises, effectively acting as the intermediary between landlord and tenant
Identify and drive through cost savings for corporate occupiers
For sublet properties, monitor income collection and tenant liaison
Manage exit strategies for freehold and leasehold properties being vacated, including supporting the vacant process and inspecting to certify premisesvacated
Ensure adherence to lease terms and compliance with statutory requirements and advising clients of same
Contribute towards budgeting for the clientto ensure that services undertakenare done sowithinthe client’sbudget
Manage and liaise with other Cushman & Wakefield teams and other professionals to provide a full service to the client
Direct and frequent client contact and reporting
Contribution to achievement of client and departmental targets
Delivery of regular and accurate client reports
Services undertaken within client budget
Inspectionsof third party let portfoliowith travel to sites encouraged where appropriate.
Knowledge & Experience:
General practice background for either a corporate, public sector or private practice
Experience of working in a large practice and/or corporate environmentwouldbe advantageous
Rounded experience of general surveying skills – not restricted to a narrow practice area
The ability to think about the interaction between Property and other business functions within a Corporate Occupier
An understanding of business development and client relationship management
Experience in networking and building relationships internally and externally
Up to date knowledge of legislation regardingPropertyManagement
A strong understanding of Service Charge including RICS guidance.
StrongIT skills (Excel/Outlook/Word)
Knowledge or experience of applying A.I. in a property context to provide insights and improve efficiencies
PropertyManagement / general practice background for or within either a corporate, public sector or private practice
Line management experienceadvantageous
Experience in liaison with Facilities Management, Transaction Management and Finance/Accounting teams.
Qualifications
Degree level estate management qualification or equivalent desired
Membership of RICS desiredbut will consider those already on the path to RICS qualification.
Full drivinglicence
This is a fantastic opportunity for aSurveyoror Senior Surveyorto develop their skills in Occupier Management thinking strategically, whilst working within a leading real estate consultancy that supports itsemployeesgrowth and success. We have a fantastic team and greatclientand we would love the right candidate to be part of it
We foster a culture of inclusion that embraces the unique strengths, perspectives, and experiences of all our employees. We firmly believe that our diversity enhances our team's capabilities, leading to improved decision-making, innovation, and business outcomes. If you have any reservations about applying, please don't hesitate to reach out to your local recruiter for additional information
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