1251 — Property, housing and estate managers

What this occupation covers

Property, housing and estate managers manage shopping centres, residential areas, offices and private estates, arrange for the sale, purchase, rental and leasing of property on behalf of clients and employers, and provide facilities management services for businesses

Typical duties

determines staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term requirements

manages general upkeep, maintenance and security of the estate’s amenities

makes sure that the amenities meet health and safety standards and legal requirements

oversees the support services of a business, such as catering, IT, utilities and physical environment

advises on energy efficiency

discusses client’s requirements and may advise client on the purchase of property and land for investment and other purposes

conducts or arranges for structural surveys of properties and undertakes any necessary valuations of property or agricultural land, and deals with grant and subsidy applications

negotiates land or property purchases and sales or leases and tenancy agreements and arranges legal formalities with solicitors, building societies and other parties

maintains or arranges for the maintenance of estate accounts and records and produces financial forecasts

acts as arbiter in disputes between landlord and tenant and ensures that both fulfil their legal obligations

examines and assesses housing applications, advises on rent levels, investigates complaints and liaises with tenants’ association and social workers to resolve any family problems

Entry routes and qualifications

There are no formal academic requirements, although entrants usually possess a BTEC/SQA award, a degree or equivalent qualification. Apprenticeships are available in some areas. Many employers expect the attainment of membership to a relevant professional body.

Sponsorship information

Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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