Site General Manager - Build-to-Rent (12-Month FTC)

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% bonus

Site-based role

Job summary

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd seeks a General Manager to lead a Glasgow Build-to-Rent site on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You’ll own the on-site operation, drive occupancy, manage budgets and ensure service excellence for residents.

You will lead a team including a Community Host Manager and an Assistant General Manager, reporting to the Regional Operations Manager. A strong background in property management, budgeting and people leadership is essential.

Qualifications

• SCQF Level 6 qualification (or equivalent) is essential.
• Experience leading larger teams across multiple sites is required.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen is essential.
• Practical knowledge of relevant regulation and best practice (RICS, ARMA-Q, H&S).
• Confident communication, negotiation and customer service skills are required.
• Strong planning, prioritising and decision-making skills are needed.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property databases.

Responsibilities

• Own the on-site operation and lead the team to meet KPI targets.
• Manage operational budgets, occupancy, rent collection and cost control.
• Set rents using market data and review ERV.
• Coach and develop team through objectives and reviews.
• Oversee the resident journey from move-in to move-out and handle complaints.
• Foster community through events and local links.
• Ensure compliance, oversee H&S audits, PPMs and third-party suppliers.
• Deliver accurate reporting to the client and support ESG goals.

Skills

People management

Budget management

Communication

Negotiation

Planning & prioritising

Decision‑making

Education

SCQF Level 6

Tools

Microsoft Office

Property databases

Job description

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd seeks a General Manager to lead a Glasgow Build-to-Rent site on a 12-month fixed-term contract. You’ll own the on-site operation, drive occupancy, manage budgets and ensure service excellence for residents.

You will lead a team including a Community Host Manager and an Assistant General Manager, reporting to the Regional Operations Manager. A strong background in property management, budgeting and people leadership is essential.