Estate Manager
Us-Ca-Athertonmid
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Overview Estate ManagerPrivate Residence · Atherton,
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- A 12,000 square foot main residence
- Pool house with a kitchen and bedroom
- Just over one acre of grounds
- Possible future expansion, including additional property
Responsibilities
~1 min read- Lead the transition of the property to its new owners, including move-in.
- Maintain continuity with existing vendors and service providers while evaluating each relationship.
- Review and update preventative maintenance schedules already in place.
- Document all home systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, security, water management and leak detection, pool, irrigation, and integrated home technology.
- Review existing contracts, warranties, and service agreements.
- Establish clear emergency procedures and property documentation.
- Develop and manage the property’s annual operating budget, track expenses, review vendor invoices, and oversee project expenditures. Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency without compromising quality.
- Review the inspection punch list and coordinate with contractors to complete the work.
- Manage projects end to end, including electrical repairs, installing AC in the pool house, replacing carpet with wood flooring, replacing doors, and testing water quality and installing a filtration system.
- Serve as the owner's representative on all projects, keeping timelines, budgets, and quality on track.
- Prepare for larger renovation projects in the future.
- Oversee the performance of all residential systems and serve as the first point of contact when issues arise.
- Troubleshoot problems, determine the right course of action, and bring in the appropriate specialists.
- Proactively identify maintenance needs and address them before they escalate.
- Evaluate and oversee existing household staff, including a longtime housekeeper, and manage the transition or hiring of additional staff as needed.
- Hire additional household help as needed.
- Oversee gardeners, pool service, security, and other service providers.
- Build on the existing vendor network with additional trusted contractors and specialty trades as needed.
- Own the ongoing maintenance and care of the home and grounds.
- Conduct regular property walkthroughs and flag issues proactively.
- Manage a preventative maintenance calendar covering recurring service, inspections, and seasonal work.
- Keep organized records of vendors, service history, warranties, and home systems.
- Coordinate the occasional small dinner or business meeting at the home.
Requirements
~1 min read- Legally authorized to work in the US.
- Must be within a commutable distance to Atherton, California.
- Able to undergo an in-depth background check and provide excellent employment references.
- A minimum of 7+ years of experience in luxury residential estate management, property management, or a closely related field, with demonstrated responsibility for complex residential properties.
- Strong background in construction and project management, with experience overseeing contractors, repairs, and renovation work.
- Technical knowledge of sophisticated residential systems, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, security, water management and leak detection, pool systems, and integrated home technology.
- Experience taking over an established property and managing existing staff and vendor relationships.
- Possess an established network of Bay Area vendors and contractors.
- Experience hiring and managing household staff.
- Proficient in Google Workspace, with the ability to move the household onto more advanced platforms over time.
What We Offer
~1 min read✓$190,000+ annual base salary, depending on experience
✓Monthly healthcare stipend for employee
✓20 paid vacation days
✓5 paid sick days
✓Year-end discretionary bonus
✓Retirement plan
Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
Us-Ca-Atherton
On-site at the office
Who can apply
US
About this job
- Pay per year
- $190,000 a year
- 181% above the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (136,790 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 39 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 1, 2026
- Last seen
- November 8, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 38
- Repost count
- 1
- Trust Level
- 30%
- Scored at
- November 9, 2026
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