Head of Estates

We are appointing a commercially astute Head of Estates to mobilise and lead a flagship residential Build to Rent development through launch and into long-term operational excellence.

This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for transforming a newly delivered asset into a high-performing, customer-focused, and financially optimised estate. You will shape the operational strategy from day one - embedding standards, driving service performance, and creating an environment that enhances resident experience while protecting asset value.

You will be accountable for delivering a safe, compliant, and commercially efficient operation across all estate functions. Beyond compliance, this role is about raising standards, challenging inefficiencies, and building a culture of accountability and service excellence.

We are seeking a leader who can move at pace, establish control in a mobilisation environment, and create structure where it does not yet exist. You will build and inspire a high-performing on-site team, align specialist partners to clear performance expectations, and ensure the estate operates as a benchmark within the sector.

• A seamless mobilisation that transitions the development into a stable, fully operational estate
• Strong contractor governance that drives value, performance, and measurable service improvement
• Robust operational frameworks that ensure long-term efficiency and scalability
• A compliant, safety-first culture embedded across all estate activities
• Clear financial oversight, cost control, and transparent reporting to stakeholders
• Continuous improvement initiatives that enhance asset performance and resident satisfaction
• Leadership presence on site, acting as the senior escalation and decision-making authority
• Meaningful contribution to sustainability and ESG performance targets
• A motivated, accountable team aligned to clear objectives and service standards

This role will suit an experienced estates or facilities leader who has successfully mobilised new residential developments and understands how to balance customer experience with commercial performance. You will be confident operating at both strategic and operational levels, able to influence stakeholders, and comfortable taking ownership of a complex, high-profile asset.

We are particularly interested in candidates with:

• A residential property background, ideally within Build to Rent or large-scale mixed-use developments
• Demonstrable experience mobilising new assets into live operation
• Senior leadership experience within estates or facilities management
• Strong commercial oversight of hard and soft service delivery models
• Proven contractor performance management expertise
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety legislation and best practice
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your CV as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.