The Estate

The Estate is a privately owned organisation managing a historic rural estate with a diverse portfolio of residential, commercial, and agricultural properties, alongside visitor and hospitality operations. We combine traditional estate values with modern approaches to conservation, sustainability, and property management.

They are seeking an experienced Building Manager to oversee maintenance, compliance, and development across the estate's varied property holdings.

The role

• Lead and coordinate maintenance, refurbishment, compliance, and capital projects across the estate.

• Manage contractors, consultants, and suppliers to ensure works meet quality, safety, and budget targets.

• Oversee property systems to track repairs, compliance, and project progress.

• Liaise with tenants and occupiers, managing recharges and ensuring smooth communication.

• Conduct inspections, surveys, and condition assessments.

• Promote sustainable and safe building practices, ensuring full legislative and health & safety compliance.

• Prepare and monitor budgets, tender documents, and project reports.

• Lead and support the property team, including out-of-hours responsibilities on a rota basis.

About You

• Minimum five years' post-qualification experience in property, estates, or building management.

• Degree in Building Surveying or a related field (CIOB or RICS desirable).

• Knowledge of heritage or rural property maintenance, both modern and traditional.

• Strong understanding of building regulations, CDM, and H&S legislation.

• Proven project management and budgeting skills.

• IT proficiency (Microsoft 365, Excel, GIS; FixFlo or CAD experience an advantage).

• Full UK driving licence.

If you are an experienced Building / Estates Manager on rural or commercial estates and are looking for an exciting new challenge....

Apply today with your CV or contact us for an informal, confidential conversation to learn more about the role.

📞 Ryan - 01780 480530 / 07701 387732
📧 Ryan@morepeople.co.uk
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