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Ref no:
ABS48632
Published:
27/09/2026
Closes:
18/10/2026
Location:
Woodhill House, Westburn Road, Aberdeen, AB16 5GB
Salary:
£60,547 - £63,403 per year
Contract Type:
Permanent
Position Type:
Full Time
Hours:
36.25 hours per week

Job Description

Are you a Chartered Surveyor looking for an opportunity to lead a professional estates team and make a real impact on the management of Aberdeenshire Council's property assets?

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Team Manager (Estates) to lead the delivery of professional estates services. You will manage a team of surveyors, oversee the management of the Council's leased portfolio, provide strategic property advice and support to operational services, and help shape the future of the Council's land and building assets. 

What You'll Bring

  • Full Membership of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). 
  • Significant experience in estates management, general practice or land agency surveying. 
  • Proven people management and leadership experience. 
  • Strong communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills. 
  • Experience of managing budgets, projects and complex property matters. 

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a skilled team, influence strategic property decisions, and play a key role in delivering the Council's property and asset management priorities. 

If you are an experienced property professional with the leadership skills and commercial awareness to drive high-performing estates services, we'd love to hear from you.

There is a responsibility for the post holder to demonstrate a commitment to quality service delivery through continuous improvement for the benefit of the Service and the organisation.

Informal Enquiries to: Elaine McCarron - 01467 536613

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Requirements

Full driving licence and access to a vehicle are essential. This post is politically restricted under the Local Government and Housing Act 1989.

This post has a minimum requirement of one reference, which must be your current or most recent employer.

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