Building Manager – Temporary – East London

Abbatt Property Recruitment

Temporary Building Manager – Large Residential Development

East London

Salary- £30 k pro rata

Dueation – 3 weeks

We are seeking a dedicated Temporary Building Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of a large and very busy residential estate.

This role is crucial for ensuring the smooth running of the building, providing a high level of service to residents, and maintaining a safe and well-kept environment. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong background in residential property management and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Building & Site Management: Conduct daily site inspections, manage maintenance schedules, and coordinate with contractors for repairs and services.

Oversee PPM contracts

Resident & Customer Service: Act as the primary point of contact for all resident enquiries, concerns, and maintenance requests, resolving issues promptly and professionally.

Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations, including managing fire safety procedures and regular risk assessments.

Administrative Duties: Maintain accurate records, manage access fobs, and oversee key management.

Contractor Management: Oversee and liaise with cleaning, security, and other service contractors to ensure high standards are met.

Staff Management of an established team of concierge and housekeeping staff

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Building Manager, Estate Manager, or in a similar residential property management role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ensure that Health & Safety, emergency procedures and safe working practices are established, maintained and conform to current legislation providing a safe living and working environment.
• Ensure internal building and courtyard security is maintained at all times, including liaising with the Estate Manager regarding access control issues and suspicious activities which may be identified.
• Main point of contact for onsite contractors to ensure access has been arranged, permits are in place and they are working to the required standard.
• Manage and supervise building operational staff, to include handy person, technicians, cleaners and waste operatives, ensuring duties are carried out to a high standard using manual or electrically powered equipment.
• Provide training to staff in relation to expected standards and quality of general cleaning and Health & Safety requirements, in particular the operation of equipment, manual handling and COSHH.

If you are a reliable, customer-focused, and experienced professional, we want to hear from you. Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.