Property Manager
| Job Type | Permanent |
| Area | Manchester, Greater Manchester |
| Sector | Housing |
| Salary | Competitive |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | Darren Marsden |
| Job Ref | 18994 |
- Description
We are working with a reputable estate agency based in Manchester, who are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Property Manager to join their dynamic team, This role is integral to their operations, ensuring the maintenance and management of their portfolio of over 350 properties. The ideal candidate will have experience in office administration and ideally have experience in quoting maintenance work.
Key Responsibilities:
- Property Inspections: Regularly visit and inspect properties within their portfolio to assess maintenance needs and overall condition.
- Tenant Liaison: Communicate effectively with tenants to address their maintenance concerns, ensuring their needs are met in a timely manner.
- Landlord Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for landlords regarding maintenance quotes, reports from inspections, and other property management issues.
- Reactive Maintenance: Coordinate and manage reactive maintenance requests by dispatching approved contractors to address property issues promptly.
- Contractor Coordination: Source, negotiate, and establish relationships with reliable contractors to ensure quality maintenance at competitive prices.
- Administrative Duties: Perform general office tasks including but not limited to answering phone calls, maintaining records, and managing correspondence related to property maintenance and inspections – This is a high street agency so helping the team is essential
- Documentation: Prepare and maintain detailed reports from property inspections, including documentation of discrepancies and recommendations for repairs.
- Budget Management: Assist with the management of maintenance budgets and invoicing for completed work.
- Compliance: Ensure all maintenance work is carried out in compliance with health and safety regulations and relevant legislations.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Experience in Property Management and dealing with contractors
- Must be efficient using computers
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to assess situations and make sound decisions.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer-focused attitude.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while maintaining attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and property management software is preferred.
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Must have a valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for property visits.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary of £30,000 - £35,000 per annum, depending on experience
- Fuel allowance for property visits.
- Opportunity to work with a growing company and a diverse portfolio of properties.
- Supportive team environment and opportunities for professional development.
For more information, please apply with an updated CV and someone from the team will be in touch.