General Manager - Build to Rent Residential Development
Location: Eccles, Manchester
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
A well-established property developer is seeking an experienced building leader. This is a fabulous opportunity to take overall responsibility for day-to-day operation, resident experience and long-term performance of a c.270-home, 23-storey residential tower operating at approximately 95% occupancy.
General Manager - Build to Rent Residential Development
Location: Eccles, Manchester
Salary: £60,000
Employment Type: Full-time, permanent
A well-established property developer is seeking an experienced building leader. This is a fabulous opportunity to take overall responsibility for day-to-day operation, resident experience and long-term performance of a c.270-home, 23-storey residential tower operating at approximately 95% occupancy.
The Role
You will be the senior on-site lead and the principal day-to-day contact for my client. Supported by a Portfolio Manager, Maintenance Manager and Cleaner who report to you directly, you will bring together building safety, maintenance, resident service, financial control and contractor performance into one well-run operation.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain strong oversight of building safety, fire safety and wider statutory compliance.
- Ensure the building, communal areas, plant and services are safe, reliable and well maintained.
- Lead a visible and responsive resident service that supports satisfaction, retention and occupancy.
- Manage budgets, expenditure, suppliers, contractors and planned works.
- Provide the client with clear advice and reporting on performance, priorities, risks and progress.
- Lead and develop the three-person on-site team, creating clear accountability for standards and outcomes.
About You
You are likely to have led a sizeable development within build to rent, multifamily, private rented sector or high-rise block management. You will combine sound operational judgement with a good understanding of occupied high-rise building safety and the confidence to lead people, contractors and complex stakeholder relationships.
You will also bring:
- Experience managing an on-site team and setting clear service and performance standards.
- Strong knowledge of building operations, planned maintenance and contractor management along with a relevant qualification such as CIOB Level 6.
- Experience managing budgets, procurement and supplier performance.
- A calm and credible approach to resident, client and emergency situations.
- Clear written, numerical and reporting skills, with a relevant professional qualification advantageous.
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