Description of role:
Job Title: Estates Manager
Location: Renfrewshire
Salary: £52,700 plus excellent benefits
Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Estates Manager with a passion for driving excellence in property management, maintenance, and strategic development?
Our client, OneRen, is seeking an experienced Estates Manager to oversee the effective management and optimisation of their property portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the organisation’s asset management and maintenance strategy across a diverse range of facilities.
OneRen are passionate about the part they play in improving life-long physical and mental health in every one of our communities. The trust provides a range of affordable, accessible and ambitious services that are open to all that improve personal, social and economic outcomes. OneRen’s goal is to improve the people of Renfrewshire’s health and wellbeing by working in partnership to design and deliver a range of life-enhancing and accessible cultural, leisure and sporting opportunities that meet local needs and improve life chances across the population.
OneRen operate a wide range of provisions across the breadth of Renfrewshire. From multi-use leisure facilities to cultural venues which support programme, services and collaborative spaces, OneRen operate:
As Estates Manager, you will lead on all aspects of property maintenance, repairs, compliance, and estate strategy. You will manage budgets, coordinate contractors, and ensure that all buildings and facilities are safe, efficient, and aligned with organisational objectives.
Reporting to the Strategic Operations Manager you will ensure that the estates function delivers best value, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
You’ll be a strategic, hands-on professional with a solid background in estates, facilities, or property management, ideally within a complex public, community, or commercial environment. Managing multiple assets is essential. You’ll combine technical knowledge with excellent leadership, financial management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Essential Criteria:
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Estates Manager looking for your next challenge and want to make a tangible impact within a respected and forward-thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV to Jackie MacGregor via the ‘Apply Now’ option.
Location: Renfrewshire
Salary: £52,700 plus excellent benefits
Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Estates Manager with a passion for driving excellence in property management, maintenance, and strategic development?
Our client, OneRen, is seeking an experienced Estates Manager to oversee the effective management and optimisation of their property portfolio. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the organisation’s asset management and maintenance strategy across a diverse range of facilities.
OneRen are passionate about the part they play in improving life-long physical and mental health in every one of our communities. The trust provides a range of affordable, accessible and ambitious services that are open to all that improve personal, social and economic outcomes. OneRen’s goal is to improve the people of Renfrewshire’s health and wellbeing by working in partnership to design and deliver a range of life-enhancing and accessible cultural, leisure and sporting opportunities that meet local needs and improve life chances across the population.
OneRen operate a wide range of provisions across the breadth of Renfrewshire. From multi-use leisure facilities to cultural venues which support programme, services and collaborative spaces, OneRen operate:
- 9 indoor sports facilities
- 4 town halls
- 5 museums
- 12 Libraries
- 19 playing fields
- 1 golf course
As Estates Manager, you will lead on all aspects of property maintenance, repairs, compliance, and estate strategy. You will manage budgets, coordinate contractors, and ensure that all buildings and facilities are safe, efficient, and aligned with organisational objectives.
Reporting to the Strategic Operations Manager you will ensure that the estates function delivers best value, sustainability, and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee a diverse property portfolio, ensuring optimal use, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
- Manage planned, reactive, and preventative maintenance activities.
- Lead on property-related projects including refurbishments, redevelopments, and new builds.
- Commission and supervise external contractors and service providers.
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including health and safety, fire regulations, and equality legislation.
- Prepare and monitor estates and maintenance budgets, ensuring effective financial control.
- Develop and implement asset management and property investment strategies.
- Provide professional advice and detailed reports to senior management and stakeholders.
- Manage and develop a small technical team, ensuring effective workforce planning and professional development.
- Foster a strong health and safety culture across all estate operations.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in estate management processes and systems.
You’ll be a strategic, hands-on professional with a solid background in estates, facilities, or property management, ideally within a complex public, community, or commercial environment. Managing multiple assets is essential. You’ll combine technical knowledge with excellent leadership, financial management, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Essential Criteria:
- Strong experience in property maintenance and facilities contract management.
- Evidence of managing a varied and diverse portfolio of properties.
- Proven track record in managing budgets and staff teams.
- Knowledge of statutory property inspection and maintenance requirements.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Degree or HND in surveying, facilities management, or a related field.
- Membership of RICS or equivalent professional body.
- Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH).
- Experience within public sector or leisure estate management.
- Knowledge of energy efficiency and sustainability initiatives.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced Estates Manager looking for your next challenge and want to make a tangible impact within a respected and forward-thinking organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
Send your CV to Jackie MacGregor via the ‘Apply Now’ option.
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