Senior Surveyor, Automotive & Roadside

Colliers is a leading commercial real estate services company, providing a full range of services to real estate occupiers, developers, and investors on a local, national and international basis. Services include brokerage sales and leasing (landlord and tenant representation), real estate management, valuation, consulting, project management, project marketing and research. We provide our services across the core sectors (office, industrial, retail and hotel) as well as many specialised property types.

The UK business is headquartered in London, with over 1200 specialists throughout 16 offices across the UK and Ireland.

The Senior Surveyor – Automotive & Roadside to be based in our Bristol or Birmingham office will provide professional advice and services across a range of property in this space and activities, primarily in landlord and tenant matters but also acquisitions and disposals, Valuation, and development consultancy. The role supports both the commercial and strategic objectives of the business across a range of assets such as vehicle dealerships, petrol filling stations, EV charging hubs, and roadside retail.

Key Responsibilities

• Landlord & Tenant: Manage lease renewals, rent reviews and other tenancy matters to maximize asset performance.
• Valuation: Prepare valuations for a range of property assets for purposes such as purchase, sale, financial reporting, and secured lending, in line with RICS standards.
• Acquisitions & Disposals: Identify, negotiate, and manage the acquisition and disposal of freehold and leasehold interests.
• Development Advice: Provide input on development opportunities, feasibility studies, and viability assessments.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and tenants, delivering high-quality and timely advice.
• Market Research & Reporting: Monitor property market trends, prepare reports, and advise on market conditions and investment opportunities.
• Compliance: Ensure all work complies with RICS standards, company policies, and relevant legislation.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent knowledge of L&T matters including case law, strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills, ability to write Expert witness reports.
• Good knowledge of property valuation principles and market analysis.
• Analytical mindset with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Commercial awareness and client-focused approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in valuation software (e.g., Argus, Excel).

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Real Estate, Land Management, or a related discipline.
• Chartered Surveyor status (MRICS or equivalent) preferred or working towards qualification.
• Proven experience in general practice surveying across commercial or mixed-use portfolios sector experience would be beneficial but training will be given..
• Up-to-date understanding of RICS Valuation Standards and relevant property legislation.

Personal Attributes

• Professional, ethical, and detail-oriented.
• Proactive and solution-focused, with sound judgment.
• Strong team player who can also work independently.
• Committed to continuous professional development.

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Colliers is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We do not discriminate based on age; disability; gender; gender reassignment; marriage and civil partnership; pregnancy and maternity; race (including colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins); religion or belief; sex; or sexual orientation. We also value diverse experience and neurodiversity