Private Estate Manager

T-Maxx International; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Negotiable compensation package

Job summary

T-Maxx International is seeking a professional House Manager for a private residence in San Francisco. The role requires overseeing daily operations, managing household staff, and ensuring the estate maintains high standards. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in luxury property management and excellent organizational skills.

The position offers a competitive compensation package, health insurance, and paid time off in accordance with California employment standards, along with a possibility for negotiation based on experience.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of experience in luxury residential property management or estate management.
• Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and service providers effectively.
• Detail-oriented, professional, and discrete at all times.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and maintenance of the private residence.
• Manage on-site team and coordinate with third-party vendors.
• Develop maintenance schedules and oversee property upkeep.

Skills

Luxury residential property management

Vendor management

Operational management

Excellent communication skills

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly professional House Manager /Household Manager to oversee the daily operations and maintenance of a private single-family residence in San Francisco. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in luxury residential properties, high-end hospitality, or premium property management who can ensure the home is maintained to exceptional standards at all times.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing household operations, coordinating vendors and service providers, and maintaining a seamless, discreet, and highly organized living experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the overall day-to-day operations, maintenance, and presentation of the private residence.
• Manage and coordinate third-party vendors and service providers, including: Housekeeping, Security, Landscaping, General maintenance, Pool services, HVAC and other technical systems.
• Supervise a small on-site team and ensure smooth daily operations.
• Develop and manage maintenance schedules, property upkeep plans, and operational budgets.
• Coordinate repairs, preventative maintenance, and procurement for household needs.
• Ensure the property is consistently maintained to the highest standards.
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance or operational matters as needed.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism at all times.
• Support the homeowner’s privacy, security, and overall service experience.

Qualifications

• 5‒10 years of experience in luxury residential property management, estate management, luxury hospitality, or high-end condominium/property operations.
• Proven experience managing vendors, household staff, and multiple service providers.
• Strong understanding of residential property maintenance and operational management.
• Ability to independently handle day-to-day problem solving and operational coordination.
• Professional, discreet, detail-oriented, and highly reliable.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Comfortable with an on-call work environment and occasional weekend/holiday support when required.
• Stable work history and ability to adapt to a live-in working arrangement.

Property Information

• Approximately 15,000 sq. ft. with landscaped outdoor areas.
• Managing a team of approximately 5 staff members across housekeeping, security, landscaping, and maintenance functions.
• Competitive compensation package, for exceptionally outstanding candidates, the compensation package can be negotiated separately.
• Health insurance, paid time off, and other benefits in accordance with applicable California employment standards.

Additional Requirements

• Successful completion of a background check.
• Willingness to sign a confidentiality and non-disclosure agreement (NDA).