Real Estate Manager

THE COMPANY BrandSafway is a leading global provider of access, specialised services and forming & shoring solutions to the industrial, commercial and infrastructure markets. SUMMARY OF POSITION This position is responsible for the management of BrandSafway’s properties in the UK working alongside the Senior Regional Manager Real Estate. This position is an active, hands-on role requiring contact with vendors, customers, operations, field locations, and corporate departments. There will also be the opportunity in due course to be involved with the International portfolio. Corporate Head Office: Leatherhead, Surrey Regional Office: Birmingham Due to the nature of the role, we are able to offer flexibility in terms of base location with some working from home. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Manage assigned portfolio of leased and owned properties to include rent reviews, lease renewals & dilapidation claims. * Drive deal execution, from deal inception through to lease execution, coordinating with division, functional and 3rd party partners (principally agents & lawyers) to deliver solutions on-time & on-budget, with minimal future business risk. * Manage facilities & maintenance (FM) to include statutory compliance. * Project manage the implementation of building / yard improvements from due diligence to project completion. * Manage the procurement of planning consents or municipal approvals if required. * Work with EHS team on environmental due diligence. * Manage deal & portfolio communications, including DoA approvals. * Verify and approve recurring charges. * Manage insurance claims & valuations. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE * Member of Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors preferred. * 5 + years related experience. * Strong Real Estate Management background in commercial property. Client-side experience essential. ANALYTICAL SKILLS * Superior problem-solving ability. * Ability to analyse qualitative data. * Exceptional analytical, statistical, quantitative, and deduction skills. LANGUAGE & COMMUNICATION SKILLS * Ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural, multinational environment and mobilise cross-functional high-performance teams. * Exceptional verbal communication skills. * Excellent written communication skills. COMPUTER SKILLS * Strong IT skills in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook). OTHER SKILLS * Strong organisational and time management skills. * Motivated and a self-starter. * Strong communication and negotiation skills