Estates Surveyor (Remote/Home-based)

About the role

The Estates Surveyor will manage a portfolio of properties across London and the South East for a national animal welfare charity. Working remotely with regular travel, the role ensures the estate remains safe, compliant and fit for purpose while supporting the organisation’s mission.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a designated portfolio of properties, coordinating repairs and maintenance activities.
• Provide professional surveying and estate‑management advice to internal stakeholders.
• Oversee property projects and maintenance works in line with agreed service standards.
• Assess property issues and develop practical, cost‑effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate records across property management systems and databases.
• Support lease renewals, acquisitions, disposals and dilapidation matters.
• Liaise with agents, landlords, neighbours, solicitors, contractors and local authorities.
• Procure and manage contractors, ensuring compliance with procurement and health‑and‑safety requirements.
• Monitor budgets and manage minor works and maintenance projects up to approximately £500,000.
• Contribute to planned maintenance programmes, performance reporting and compliance monitoring.

Required profile

• Experience in estates surveying, property portfolio management and maintenance coordination.
• Ability to work independently and engage effectively with a range of external partners.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

Required skills