Live-in Building Manager

FPMR Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company is seeking an experienced Live-in Building Manager to oversee a residential building in East London. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years' experience in a similar role, with proven leadership and contractor management skills. The position offers a salary range of £50,000 - £55,000 and includes benefits such as a 1-bedroom apartment. Responsibilities also include staff management and ensuring communal areas are impeccably maintained.

Benefits

Accommodation (1 Bedroom Apartment)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in facilities/building management within a similar role.
• Experience in leading a development through the mobilisation process.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage site-based staff and oversee inspections.
• Coordinate planned maintenance and manage contractors.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to residents.

Skills

Leadership

Contractor management

Team mentoring

Customer service

Education

IWFM, TPI or equivalent property/facilities management qualification

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Live-in Building Manager to oversee the running of a residential building based in East London.

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 DOE

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5pm

Accommodation: 1 Bedroom Apartment

The Role

• Managing and supporting site-based staff.
• 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.
• Oversee/conduct system tests, including emergency lighting, fire alarms, and lift emergency lines.
• Lead, mentor, and support on-site staff, ensuring they have the tools and training to excel.
• Manage staff rotas, holidays, and appraisals to maximise team efficiency.
• Monitor parking compliance and address related issues.
• Provide input for budgets, residents' meetings, and communication with directors.
• Overseeing planned and reactive maintenance, including contractor management.
• Overseeing the remainder of the mobilisation.
• Ensuring communal areas are impeccably maintained and presented.
• Delivering outstanding customer service to residents and visitors.

Experience:

• Preferably have at least 5 years' experience at facilities / building manager level, within a
  similar role.
• Proven experience leading a development through the mobilisation process.
• Strong leadership skills, with experience mentoring and developing teams.
• Contractor management expertise, including assessing and approving works.
• Either be working towards or hold an IWFM, TPI or other equivalent property/facilities management based qualification.