Assistant Building Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Assistant Building Manager for a luxury residential development in East London. This exciting opportunity involves supporting the Building Manager in daily operations, ensuring exceptional service standards, and managing a dedicated on-site team. With a focus on customer service and operational excellence, you will play a key role in creating a welcoming environment for residents. The role offers a competitive salary, a dynamic working environment, and a great work-life balance with a 4 on, 4 off shift pattern. If you're passionate about delivering top-tier service, this could be your next challenge!

Benefits

Dynamic working environment

Great work-life balance

Opportunity for growth

Easy access to site

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in facilities, building, or property management.
• Strong technical knowledge of property and building maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of the development and manage in the absence of the Building Manager.
• Coordinate with contractors and oversee on-site teams.

Skills

Facilities Management

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Team Management

IT Proficiency

Health and Safety Awareness

Education

IOSH/NEBOSH Qualification

Tools

Management Systems

Reporting Tools

Job description

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Assistant Building Manager – Luxury Residential Development

Location: Docklands (E14), East London (near Canary Wharf)

Salary: Up to £38,500 per annum (approx. £17.50 per hour)

Hours: 4 on, 4 off | 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

About the Role:

We’re excited to be recruiting for an Assistant Building Manager to join a luxury residential development in East London. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about top-tier service, strong operational management, and creating a welcoming environment for residents.

You'll support the Building Manager in the daily running of the site, oversee a busy on-site team, and ensure that service standards are consistently exceptional.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Building Manager with the day-to-day operations of the development.
• Step in to manage the building when the Building Manager is absent.
• Coordinate and liaise with contractors and residents to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Oversee on-site teams including concierge, security-valet, and housekeeping staff.
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident queries and concerns.
• Carry out regular inspections, ensuring the building meets all compliance and safety standards.
• Handle administrative tasks, including reporting, record-keeping, and staff management.

About You:

• 5+ years’ experience in facilities, building, or property management.
• Strong technical knowledge of property and building maintenance.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage and motivate on-site teams.
• Organised, detail-focused, and able to multitask under pressure.
• Awareness of health and safety regulations (IOSH/NEBOSH qualification preferred but not essential).
• Proficient with IT and comfortable using management systems and reporting tools.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £38,500 per annum.
• 4 on, 4 off shift pattern (great work-life balance).
• Dynamic and supportive working environment.
• Opportunity to grow within a prestigious residential portfolio.
• Easy access to site – just a short walk from Crossharbour DLR station.

Ready for your next challenge?

If you’re passionate about customer service and operational excellence in a luxury residential setting, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV to be considered.

Please note: If you haven't heard from us within two weeks, unfortunately your application hasn't been successful on this occasion.