Estates Surveyor – East Anglia CANDIDATE INFORMATION PACK
// EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Dear Candidate
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Thank you for your interest in the post of Estate Surveyor at Associated British Ports. This role is based in East Anglia and will be responsible for delivering estate management activity and supporting asset management initiatives in respect of an allocated portfolio of property in Ipswich, Lowestoft and King’s Lynn. Associated British Ports (ABP) is the largest port operator in the UK. It is also one of the biggest commercial landowners in the country. With a landbank of over 1000 hectares, a tenant portfolio of over 1,000 tenants and strategically located ports, ABP has a uniquely diverse portfolio. Access to cross-sector growth opportunities, makes it a forward-thinking, fast-paced and dynamic place to work. Now is an exciting time to join the business, as the new ABP Property leadership team has worked hard to devise a strategy to unlock new growth pathways, which are currently at the stage of implementation. This means there are more opportunities for asset management and maximising value through new development. This is why the company is looking to expand the team and secure the right skills to deliver these goals. ABP’s ambition for growth is complemented by the company’s strong focus on sustainability and enabling the UK’s clean energy transition. In February 2023, ABP launched a sustainability strategy, Ready for Tomorrow, which sets out its plans to become net zero by 2040 at the latest. The Property team plays a critical role in building a greener future by offering tailored, more sustainable solutions to new and existing tenants. 18 of ABP’s 21 ports already support renewable energy projects, from onshore and offshore wind to
For more information on the position, please read on to find out more.
Daniah Williams MRICS Director, The Management Recruitment Group
// ABOUT ABP EAST ANGLIA
Ipswich Situated at the head of the River Orwell, the Port of Ipswich handles 2 million tonnes of cargo per year. It is the UK’s leading grain export port and handles a range of other products such as fertiliser, cement and aggregates. ABP Ipswich has made a multi- Million-pound investment in, automated lock gates, and cranes as part of its commitment to continuously
improve the service it provides. The port has also recently invested more than £3 million in two new bulk storage terminals, the Orwell Bulk and Cliff Bulk Terminals, adding more than 7,000sqm of storage space. ABP’s Ipswich Beacon Marina, offers convenient access to the historic Ipswich Waterfront and draws thousands of visitors every year.
Lowestoft Lowestoft is Britain’s most easterly port, and is an expanding renewable energy hub. It’s the closest port to the East Anglia Offshore Wind Farm Zone.. The Port is also home to the operations and maintenance (O&M) facility for the Greater Gabbard Offshore Wind farm, a 504MW Installation. In addition, Lowestoft is focused on supporting the offshore oil and gas industries with significant development opportunities available for the design and construction of bespoke business space. Gold Anchor Lowestoft Haven Marina featuring 186 berths and full-service facilities. The port
has significant development opportunities available for the design and construction of bespoke business space. King’s Lynn ABP’s Port of King’s Lynn specialises in handling agribulks and aggregates both in-dock and on Riverside Quay via dedicated covered storage or open storage areas. The port also provides the expertise and equipment to efficiently handle specialist industrial project cargo, supporting the development of major UK infrastructure construction.
// DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION As the UK’s leading port operator, we are committed to our mission of Keeping Britain Trading.
We support four D&I networks which provide a safe space for colleagues to support each other and raise awareness around issues which affect them at work: Ability (Mental Health & Disability Network) ABPGEN (Gender Network) FREE (Faith, Religion, Ethnicity & Everyone Network) LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer/ Questioning Network)
ABP is committed to be Net Zero from our own operations by 2040, but that’s just the beginning of our voyage. By working together with our colleagues, customers and communities, we’re in a unique position to play a pivotal role in delivering a more sustainable UK, creating a positive environmental impact across our Sustainable Ports, through these strategy themes.
The best way to achieve this is through having a workforce of skilled, diverse, and committed individuals, who can work in an inclusive environment in which all of our colleagues are valued and treated equally so they can perform at their best. We aim to develop an inclusive and open work community that values colleagues from diverse backgrounds, so that they can be themselves at work and realise their potential.
Net Zero Air quality Biodiversity
Waste
Water
We’re investing over £600m in new green equipment, adapting our ways of work- ing and green-training our colleagues, to ensure a brighter, cleaner and more sustainable future for all.
WOMEN IN MARITIME
ABP is committed to increased gender diversity, something which is reflected in our Board which has 33% female representation and Senior Leadership Team, with 30% female representation. In 2020, we achieved Women in Maritime Chartered Company status. As part of achieving this status, we submitted targets and an action to attract and retain female talent. This demonstrates our commitment for change within the Maritime industry.
// JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title Estate Surveyor Location East Anglia (Ipswich, Lowestoft or King’s Lynn) Reports to Estate Manager Purpose: Responsible for delivering estate management activity and supporting asset management initiatives in respect of an allocated portfolio of property. Scope • Manage portfolio of tenants • Undertake all lease activity (I.e. renewals, reviews) • Inspect all tenants annually • Completeness and accuracy of property data • Reducing vacancy rates. • Growing rental by more than the market as measured by independent published indices • Managing and mitigating risk. • Effective on boarding and off boarding of third-party occupiers
Accountabilities
manner, escalation where appropriate and analysing issues to improve process and service delivery. • Management of statutory and lease compliance issues through proactive (e.g., inspection) and reactive (queries and complaints) measures. Promptly and effectively managing lease consent applications (both as landlord and as tenant). 3 - Best Practice • Engaging with and adhering to ABP Property best practice. • Seek opportunities for continual improvement. 4 - Engagement • Effective engagement with central functions including Central Property Function, Port Business Services and Commercial Data & Analytics • Relationship management within the Port and the surrounding area - including conservation bodies, local authorities and neighbouring owners and occupiers. Maintain a good understanding of local property market and general economy.
1 - Value Creation • Execution of lease events and lettings, in the best interests of ABP, with the support of the Central Property Function, including the appointment and oversight of agents along with other external advisors as may be required • Maintain and enhance the quality of the estate through holding ABP and occupiers to account for their contractual obligations, pursuing and closing out dilapidation settlements and preparing business cases for maintenance, MEES compliance and other improvement works. Engaging the support of the Central Property Function and regional colleagues as may be required 2 - Risk mitigation • Effective on boarding of 3rd party occupiers including credit checks, operational risk assessment, appropriate contract documentation and the hand-over of files and notification of appropriate parties when occupation commences • Effective management of queries and complaints. Closing out issues in a timely
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// PERSON SPECIFICATION
Essential Experience • Delivery of landlord and tenant negotiations including lettings, rent review, lease expiries and lease renewals • Inspecting tenanted property and holding parties to account for their obligations • Experience of industrial and logistics sector. • Experience of working in a matrix organisation • Experience of both landlord and occupier estate management - and an appreciation of the different drivers and considerations of each
Essential • Ability to identify issues in a timely manner and hold people to account. • An appreciation and understanding of operational risk in the port / industrial / logistics sector and an understanding of when and how to seek specialist advice and input • Be able to report, engage with and make recommendations to both Property and non-Property colleagues in a concise business focused manner • Ability to communicate effectively with landlords, tenants, and suppliers • Ability to manage numerous activities simultaneously and prioritise workload. • Team player who is able to work with and learn from others.
• MRICS or equivalent • Full driving licence
For a full JD, please get in touch with ABP’s recruitment partner, The Management Recruitment Group.
// APPLICATION PROCESS
For a confidential conversation please contact our advisor at The Management Recruitment Group:
Daniah Williams MRICS daniah.williams@mrgglobal.com m: 07989 435 960
Applications should consist of a comprehensive CV (of not more than 4 pages) and a covering letter (of not more than 2 pages).
Please click here to apply.
Closing date for applications is: 17 September 2023
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