Estate Manager
London NW9
Part-time role
We are Centrick. We are the go-to experts specialising in all things residential property, with a national presence. ARMA accredited, with an IRPM-trained team, we provide building & estate management services for developments of all sizes, residential and mixed-use, in multiple locations across the UK. Committed to ensuring that residents enjoy peaceful and secure living.
Founded in 2005, today we manage £ 3 billion+ in client assets, we manage 27,000 units (with big plans for 2024!) and have over 250 employees across the group - and counting! Every day we work to achieve our vision: to make customers’ lives better every day, the Centrick way.
So, who are we looking for?
A Building Manager who is a diligent and organised individual, capable of prioritising your work workload. Working collaboratively alongside a Property Manager and responsible for the smooth running of the development at which you are based.
You are comfortable in your ability to develop a detailed knowledge of your property, thus building a strong rapport with both the residents on-site as well as the clients, fostering continued trust and confidence in the service Centrick provides.
Experienced in overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of an estate, including building, grounds and facilities. A background in coordinating and supervising repair work and routine maintenance with contractors and service providers to maintain the well-being of the building.
These are based on key aspects of service delivery to ensure we are delivering the very best standards to our customers.
And what will you be doing?
No two days are the same but the below gives you a flavour for some of the tasks you’d typically be involved with. Even if you can’t tick everything off from the list below but think you’ve got what it takes, we’d be keen for you to apply:
* Regular liaison and timely updates with the Centrick team, particularly the property manager and Directors of the estate
* Oversee minor contracts from tendering to completion, including upkeep of documentation and be the primary contact
* Ensure high standards of external cleaning, gardening, landscape maintenance, litter removal/picking, upkeep of play areas and traffic management at all times
* Code and approve invoices
* Identify appropriate health and safety issues. Monitoring and assisting with risk actions
* Adopt a proactive patrol ethic, focusing on site standards, safety, potential lease breaches and unsociable behaviour
* Assist the property manager in managing, monitoring and procuring contractors
* Maintain, update and improve all management records for all tasks in the role. To include weekly and monthly site reports
What’s in it for you?
We’ve fostered a values-driven, inclusive environment for our people so that they enjoy coming to work every day. Not only will you have access to all the below rewards & benefits, but you’ll enjoy access to Centrick Academy, our learning platform, as well as having the opportunity to undertake industry qualifications and further your professional development.
* Health and Wellbeing: We all know how important health is and sometimes a little extra support can make a big difference. With Medicash, you can access a virtual GP service, get help with alternative therapies or claim back optical or dental expenses, ensuring your health and well-being are always a priority.
* Rest and Adventure: Enjoy 25 days of holiday allowance plus bank holidays! Whether you need to rest and recharge or seek new adventures like storming up a mountain, we want you to have the time to do what thrills you.
* Future Security: National surveys show that pensions are a top priority for employees. That’s why we offer a competitive pension scheme, allowing you rest assured with the future!
* Socials: Enjoy our calendar of events, which includes lunches, activities and meet-ups with all our teams (we're quite big now and spread across the nation!) These gatherings are a fantastic opportunity for everyone to catch up, socialise and build connections within the business.
* Celebrate Your Day: Take an extra day off on us for your birthday! Celebrate with a spa day, an extra-long weekend, or simply spend time with your favourite people knowing you have an extra day of annual leave.
* Extra Time: We appreciate your dedication and service. As a token of our gratitude, your holiday allowance increases with your length of service.
* Investing in Your Skills: We support your growth and development with study support, helping you invest in your skills and future, whether that’s gaining your professional membership or taking a course that will help you with your role. We even have a physical academy here, dedicated to developing your skills.
* Your Well-being Matters: We understand the importance of mental health and its impact on your overall well-being. That's why we offer 24/7 mental health support and complementary counselling sessions.
* Giving Back: We believe in community and giving back. Enjoy one volunteering day for charity, allowing you to make a difference in a cause you care about.
* Perkbox: We love this interactive platform which you have access to from Day 1, it allows us to recognise peers and receive monthly rewards which we can use in a multitude of ways, from a cheeky mid-week Nandos, a shopping spree or health-focused rewards! It’s your choice how you spend your monthly perks. Plus, you can win extra points for even more fun surprises.
At Centrick, we believe having diverse teams in which everyone can be their authentic self is key to our success. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and we don't discriminate based on race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, marital status, disability or age.
So, if you’re keen to learn more about this role and to further your career as a Service Charge Accountant, please click apply now.