Managing Agent / Estate Manager (H&S / Land & Property)

Job Title: Managing Agent / Estate Manager (H&S / Land & Property)

Location: North West England (Cumbria, Cheshire, Merseyside / Wirral coverage)

Salary: Circa £50,000 + benefits

Industry: Environmental Consultancy / Land & Property / Estates Management

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

The Opportunity: We are supporting an established environmental consultancy and estate management provider in the appointment of a Managing Agent / Estate Manager to oversee a portfolio of land and vacant property assets across the North West.

This role sits within a specialist team responsible for ensuring land and property assets are safely managed, compliant and operationally maintained. The position combines estate management, contractor coordination and health & safety oversight across a geographically spread portfolio.

It is a hands-on, operational role that requires regular site visits, stakeholder coordination, and the practical management of land and estate-related risks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the management of land and vacant property portfolios
• Coordinate complex estate management projects
• Oversee contractors, consultants and works programmes
• Ensure health & safety compliance across estate environments
• Conduct site inspections and risk assessments
• Manage revenue and capital works projects
• Provide professional advice to support land and property clients
• Mentor and support estate managers and junior team members
• Represent the consultancy in project meetings and stakeholder discussions

Candidate Profile:

This role would suit someone with experience in:

• Estate management
• Land and property management
• Facilities management
• Vacant property management
• Environmental or landscape management
• Health & safety within estates or property environments

You should be comfortable managing multiple sites, contractors and stakeholders while maintaining strong compliance standards.

Essential Experience:

• Experience managing property, land or estate portfolios
• Strong working knowledge of health & safety legislation
• Experience managing contractors and site works
• Ability to manage multiple sites and stakeholders
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly

Desirable:

• NEBOSH or equivalent H&S qualification
• Professional membership (IOSH, RICS, Landscape Institute or similar)
• Experience managing large land portfolios

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for the role. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so early submissions are encouraged.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Contact: Elvis Eckardt