Job Description
We are working with an award-winning block management company, who are looking to hire an experienced Estate Manager to lead a state-of-the-art residential scheme in Watford. This role will play a key part in mobilising the scheme, you will be working alongside one of the UK's leading developers.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 08.30am to 17.00pm
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum
Duties:
* Manage and support the on-site team.
* Oversee planned and reactive maintenance, including contractor relationships.
* Ensure communal areas are presented to the highest standard.
* Conduct regular inspections of communal areas, ensuring cleanliness, functionality, and safety.
* Manage contractors, approve and assess maintenance work, and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
* Coordinate planned maintenance, ensuring timely execution to required standards.
* Manage stock levels for day-to-day items and facilitate meter readings for communal utilities.
* Conduct system tests, including emergency lighting, fire alarms, and lift emergency lines.
* Arrange and follow up on reactive and planned maintenance.
* Carry out minor repairs such as replacing bulbs, adjusting doors, and other small tasks.
* Coordinate and follow up on emergency repairs.
* Deliver excellent customer service to residents and visitors alike.
Skills and Requirements:
* Exceptional time management and task prioritisation.
* Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
* Proven experience managing prestigious residential developments or similar environments such as hospitality or armed forces.
* Strong leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing teams.
* Experience in mobilising a brand new site is preferred but not essential.