Estate Manager/Household Manager - HOLD

Estate Manager/Household Manager

Our client in Houston, TX, is searching for an Estate Manager for their fully staffed property. 

Responsibilities:

• Manager vendors and staff
• Schedule regular, routine maintenance on the home, property, and vehicles
• Coordinate schedules of vendors, staff, etc. 
• Create weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports
• Create and implement household manuals
• Create and enforce emergency disaster plans, knowledge of hurricane preparedness. 
• Plan events and dinner parties, support in setting up and breakdown
• Negotiate contracts
• Secure the estate
• Support the principal with travel preparations- reservations, packing, unpacking, etc. 
• Attention to detail of the home’s interior and exterior
• Must be a hands-on manager, support staff as needed
• Knowledge of repair and maintenance (HVAC, plumbing, troubleshooting electronics, etc.)
• Must be tech-savvy, knowledge of Apple, Mac, and PC devices 

This position will also be supported by an existing property administrator. The ability to communicate clearly, collaborate with a team, delegate tasks, and give direction is necessary. 

The property is presently functioning with a decreased support staff due to COVID. The principal plans to revamp the staffing, replace and/or add to the existing team, and rebuild the multi-role support system from the foundation. The candidate should have experience in onboarding and training new staff. 

• Salary: $100,000 to $150,000
• Full benefits package
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 50 hours per week with flexibility for weekend support
• Must possess a valid driver’s license 
• Must pass a full criminal background check
• Must have a minimum of 10 years of experience in domestic support 
• Must have experience in a supervisory role