Estates Surveyor
ScottishPower HQ, Glasgow
Salary from £46,400 per annum plus up to 10% Annual Bonus and Single Healthcare
Flexible Hybrid Working
Closing Date: 30 June 2026
Help us create a better future, quicker
SP Energy Networks (SPEN) are working to achieve network targets set by the Scottish and UK Government as part of our journey to Net Zero. Our focus is on harnessing technology and innovation to create the networks of the future. SPEN is building a dynamic network to meet the changing demands for electricity and increasingly, renewable electricity – safely, securely and sustainably in the communities we serve.
An Estates Surveyor provides Estates, Land, Buildings management and professional support to all relevant stakeholders within ScottishPower Energy Networks (SPEN). This role involves managing a mixed portfolio of heritable and leasehold property interests on behalf of SPEN business segments, which includes liaising directly with senior managers, key stakeholders and external third parties.
This position actively contributes towards the continuous development and improvement of the Estates function, which will lead to the increasingly efficient and effective operation of ScottishPower’s property portfolio.
What you’ll be doing
Advising on and acquiring all new SP land and property interests, disposing of surplus assets and rationalisation of existing ones, in line with our overall property strategy, to ensure continuous development and improvement of the Property Services function.
Negotiating with landlords/landowners and tenants on lease acquisitions, renewals and rent reviews; ensuring that any notices are served in the correct and timely manner.
Manage the Estates revenue and capex expenditure, working with finance colleagues in the administration of budgets.
Appoint and manage external surveyors and advisors where necessary.
Advise business units and site staff on the practicalities of the land obligations set out within the leases, consents and statutory obligations affecting the built estate and provide advice/assistance to facilitate and maintain a good internal and external relationships.
Actively seek out opportunities to rationalise the overall SP property portfolio, through working with all relevant stakeholders to identify excess space within buildings, surplus land for disposal and pro-actively identify opportunities to add value to the operations of SP.
Implementing the L&E department strategy and providing enhancements and improvements to delivery and reporting
Plays a key role in supporting Business project teams to ensure goals are met and no impact to land delivery requirements for project
What you’ll bring
Full RICS member with a relevant commercial discipline (e.g. General Practice). Consideration will be given to anyone with a relevant RICS accredited degree currently working towards or have enthusiasm for gaining RICS Membership.
Demonstratable commercial property experience as well as a proven track record delivering land rights.
Ability to promote professional standards and be a role model.
Experience working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders including project managers, Solicitors & External industry peers.
Comfortable presenting and influencing, demonstrating robust knowledge, experience and technical skills to garner confidence and trust.
Ability to identify/target opportunities for savings, divestments and development across large, complex portfolio generating capital receipts and removing financial & environmental liabilities.
An agile, dynamic, and innovative approach work.
Proven experience as part of a team.
Have an understanding and comply with legislation such as the Electricity Act 1989, Electronic Communications Code 2017, Landlord and Tenant act 1985 and compliance with all property legislation such as Asbestos Regs, DDA & Planning.
What’s in it for you
As well as a competitive salary which is reviewed annually, you can also enjoy a number of other benefits. With our pension scheme, we’ll double match your contribution up to a company contribution of 10%.
At ScottishPower, we believe it’s the little things we do in life that make a big difference. From helping you look after your family’s wellbeing, save for your future and take personal steps for climate action – our benefits are designed to help you do just that - so that you have everything you need to take care of your world – today and tomorrow. That’s why our benefits include:
36 days annual leave
Holiday purchase – perfect your work/life balance with extra annual leave
Share Incentive Plan and Sharesave Scheme
Payroll giving and charity matched funding
Technology Vouchers – save more and spread the cost of your technology purposes
Count us in – pledge to reduce carbon emissions and help fight climate change
Electric Vehicle Schemes – to help you transition to green/clean driving
Cycle to Work scheme and public transport season ticket loans
Options to purchase dental insurance, private medical insurance, health cash plan and annual health assessments
Life Assurance (4x salary)
Access to SmartSave financial wellbeing support
Plus shopping, leisure, restaurant and gym discounts, and unique employee deals on travel insurance and more
Why SP Energy Networks
SP Energy Networks is part of the Iberdrola Group, one of the world’s largest integrated utility companies and a world leader in wind energy. We keep electricity flowing to homes and businesses through Central and Southern Scotland, North Wales and in the North West of England. We operate over 4000km of cables and lines that make-up the transmission network – connecting infrastructure like wind farms into the electricity system. It’s a role that puts us right at the heart of Scotland’s ambition to be Net Zero by 2044. And we’re taking it very seriously. We’re investing >£5.5 billion into our transmission network, directly supporting the rapid growth needed in renewable energy. With diverse opportunities across our businesses and a commitment to invest in our own internal talent, ScottishPower can offer people real career opportunities that meet personal and professional goals, in a global organisation.
Inclusion, diversity, and a social purpose are at the heart of everything we do. Together with our values, they bring us together into a stronger, more sustainable business with direct links to the communities we serve. It takes all kinds of people to build a large-scale business like ours, so whatever your background, you’ll fit right in.
We are committed to providing reasonable support or adjustments in our recruiting processes for candidates with disabilities, long term conditions, mental health conditions, or who are neurodivergent or require pregnancy-related support. If you need support, please reach out to [email protected] .
Mobility
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country. If/when required, the Company will support the employee with the necessary Immigration requirements.
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July-1-2026
