Estate Manager

Company: Property Management Recruitment
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Location: Surrey Quays
Job Description:

We are currently hiring for an experienced Estate Manager to oversee the daily operations of a complex residential scheme based in South East London.

Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am to 5.30pmSalary: £60,000 – £65,000 per annum DOEThe Role:Lead the management of all major contractors operating within the development, including hard FM providers.Ensure contract terms, SLAs, and KPIs are properly enforced; intervene in cases of non-performance or disputes.Chair quarterly contractor performance reviews and manage renewal, retendering, and escalation processes.Support the procurement and vetting of new suppliers in coordination with wider team.Review of RAMS, Permit to Works for contractorsComplete building inspections and following through on any actions reportedReview and approve Purchase Orders both reactive and ensure Contract POs are set upServe as the compliance lead for the district ensuring all statutory, legal, and regulatory obligations are met across the development (fire safety, water hygiene, lifts, electrical safety, GDPR, insurance requirements, etc.).Oversee internal audits, safety assessments, and ensure timely resolution of non-conformities.Maintain high-level risk registers, incident logs, MORS and building safety case and ensure readiness for regulatory inspections or enforcement checks.Assist the facilities manager and day to day operations of hard servicesReview and monitor the status of Building Safety Case (BSC) documentation and safety case reportsEnsure residents are appropriately informed and engaged in relevant safety matters.Serve as the escalation point for serious complaints, legal disputes, or repeated service failures.Lead investigations into incidents involving health & safety breaches, safeguarding issues, or contractor misconduct. xwzovoh Escalate high-risk matters to the District Director with evidence-based recommendationsSuitable candidates:Ideally IOSH and/or TPI QualifiedSenior leadership experience within residential, hospitality or commercial.A proven track record of delivering exceptional customer experienceStrong financial management capabilityExcellent communication skillsExperience managing complex service partner and stakeholder relationships…

Posted: May 23rd, 2026