We are looking for a full-time Residential Block Manager to manage a portfolio of 1,000 long leasehold residential apartments within Brighton Marina.
Brighton Marina is a large private estate, located 1.5 miles from central Brighton. It is a busy and broad site with residential, leisure, retail, office, and commercial premises, alongside a Marina and boat yard. This role is focused on the residential portfolio within Brighton Marina.
As our Residential Block Manager, you will be an integral part of our small and well-established onsite management team. Reporting to our Residential Director, you will be supported by our Property Inspector and Property Administrator.
We are looking for a block manager, with 2+ years' experience and practical knowledge in how buildings are constructed and maintained, who will be able to deliver an effective and professional service. You need to be conscientious, hardworking, self-motivated and organised, with excellent communication and IT skills.
Overview of role
To be responsible for the day-to-day management, safety, maintenance, cleanliness and presentation of all residential buildings within Brighton Marina. This role includes managing third party contractors, liaising with residents' and monitoring leaseholder compliance.
Main duties:
· Responsible for organising reactive and preventative building maintenance across the residential portfolio including liaising with contractors, drawing up specifications, tendering, ordering and monitoring progress through to completion
· Day-to-day management of onsite cleaning and landscaping contractors
· Negotiate and manage property maintenance contracts including M&E and safety systems
· Monitor annual block service charge budgets
· Oversee contractors including obtaining insurance and health and safety documentation prior to works starting, review and accept RAMs, raising permits to work etc
· Deal with breaches of lease related to property
· Negotiate and manage long term cleaning, landscaping and refuse contracts
· Liaise with residential landlords, tenants and agents to resolve all enquiries and issues
· Review inspection reports and provide guidance on actions where necessary
· Represent the company at Residents' meetings
· Prepare Section 20 notices as required
· Process building insurance claims
· Maintain Dwellant software & site inspection software
· Organise new & replacement of signage
· Ensure compliance with quality standards and company policies
· Ensure compliance with all relevant Health & Safety legislation
· Ensure compliance with The RICS Service Charge Code of Practice
Skills & Experience
Mandatory:
· 2+ Years' experience in Residential Block Management
· Understanding of the RICS Service Charge Code of Practice
· In depth understanding of building structures, practices and remedies
· Strong IT skills
· Excellent numeracy and communication skills
· Understanding of relevant health & safety and fire regulations
Preferrable but not essential:
· ATPI, IRPM or other relevant property management qualification
· Experience of Dwellant software or similar property management software
· Health & Safety qualifications
Personal Attributes:
· Great team player – willingness to support other colleagues as required
· Ability to prioritise workload and work under pressure
· Self-motivated and hard working
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00-£350,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Cycle to work scheme
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person