About the Role

Our Client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Estates Manager to oversee the maintenance and operation of a prestigious educational estate in central London.

Responsibilities:

· Managing the upkeep and efficient operation of the estate, including buildings, grounds, lifts, and pest control.

· Leading a team of fabric technicians, painters, and maintenance support staff.

· Coordinating specialist subcontractors for specific maintenance tasks.

· Implementing cost-effective maintenance strategies to enhance asset life cycles.

· Ensuring compliance with fire regulations and health and safety standards.

· Conducting building condition surveys and audits to inform maintenance strategies.

· Developing repair/remedial specifications and managing asset replacements.

· Delivering service improvements and meeting contractual targets/KPIs.

· Utilising building management systems and CAFM software for efficient operations.

About You

· A higher-level qualification in abuilding-related discipline (e.g., building surveying, building studies, or construction management).

· A strong understanding of fire regulations and health and safety, particularly in public/residential buildings.

· Experience in conducting building condition surveys and audits.

· Proven ability to develop and implement maintenance strategies.

· Demonstrable management experience, including leading in-house maintenance teams and managing specialist contractors.

· Excellent technical and problem-solving skills.

· Proficiency with relevant IT software packages, such as building management systems and CAFM.

Why Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the estates management of a distinguished educational estate in the heart of London. You will play a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the estate's heritage while ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for everyone.

If you are a proactive and experienced estates professional with a passion for maintaining high-quality facilities, we would love to hear from you.

Apply Now:

If you're ready to step into a role where your organisational skills, people focus and vendor expertise will be truly valued, we’d love to hear from you. If you’d like to apply for this role, please contact one of the Maxwell Stephens team on 0207 1184848 for more details.

You can also send your CV to cv@maxwellstephens.com.