About the Role
Seeking an experienced Estate Manager for two private family residences in Toronto and two seasonal cottages in Tiny Township. Responsibilities include managing daily operations, property maintenance, vendor and staff oversight, project coordination, and household administration to ensure efficient property operation and provide support for personal and household projects.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the daily operations of two Toronto residences and two seasonal cottages in Tiny Township.
- Develop and maintain preventative maintenance schedules for all household systems, equipment, and appliances.
- Conduct regular inspections of each property to identify maintenance needs and ensure the homes are maintained to the highest standard.
- Coordinate and oversee repairs, renovations, and home improvement projects with contractors and service providers.
- Recruit, onboard, and manage household staff, including cleaning staff and seasonal cottage staff.
- Coordinate and manage all household vendors, ensuring work is completed professionally and on schedule.
- Assist with the seasonal opening and closing of the family cottages.
- Assist with season car maintenance such as changing winter/non-winter tiers.
- Manage household inventories and proactively replenish household supplies as required.
- Maintain organized household records, including warranties, maintenance schedules, vendor contacts, service records, and operating manuals.
- Maintain calendars for household maintenance, vendor appointments, and recurring services.
- Assist the principals with personal administrative tasks, including booking children's activities, summer camp coordination, scheduling, and other family-related projects.
- Support the principals with special projects, including art-related tasks and other personal requests.
- Assist with errands and occasional driving as required.
- Prepare regular updates for the principals regarding household operations, maintenance, and ongoing projects.
- Create and maintain household systems, procedures, and checklists to improve efficiency across all properties.
Requirements
- Must possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Previous experience managing a private residence or multiple luxury properties is strongly preferred.
Skills
- Project management
- Vendor management
- Staff management
- Household administration
- Organizational skills
- Administrative skills
- Time management skills
- Written communication skills
- Verbal communication skills
- Problem-solving skills
Location
- Toronto, Ontario
- Tiny Township
Work Type
- Full-time
- Live-out
Experience Level
- Experienced
