Estate Manager

Estate Manager

A private estate in Newport Beach is seeking an experienced, highly capable Estate Manager to oversee all aspects of residential operations. This role requires a hands-on leader with staff management skills, discretion, and a hospitality-driven approach.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily household operations, ensuring efficiency, organization, and exceptional standards
• Manage household schedule
• Coordinate and supervise vendors, trades, and service providers for all interior and exterior needs
• Oversee maintenance, repairs, construction, and renovation projects, including bids, contracts, timelines, and quality control
• Develop, maintain, and implement estate procedures and operational documentation
• Manage household budgets, inventories, purchasing, personal shopping, and expense tracking
• Liaise with the Principal’s offices on scheduling, travel, events, and special projects
• Host and greet guests, supporting formal and informal events and service
• Maintain vehicle scheduling, servicing, records, and related documentation
• Maintain updated household contacts, vendor lists, and operational records
• Perform event planning and coordination
• Run various errands for the household and principal as needed
• Respond to after-hours matters when required

Requirements:

• Education or a degree related to estate management, facilities, culinary, or hospitality is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing a private estate and/or luxury hotel, engaging with staff and vendors.
• Knowledgeable in building operations and facilities management, as well as luxury items such as fine art and antiques.
• Strong organizational skills, excellent time management, punctuality, attention to detail, and ability to multitask with follow-through from start to finish.
• Experience and knowledge in both informal and formal dining and beverage service, as well as event management.

Benefits:

• Salary: $100,000
• Discretionary performance-based bonus
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match