Sterling Recruitment Solutions Ltd

Block Manager Location: Birmingham Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum About the Role We are seeking an experienced Block Manager to oversee a portfolio of residential properties. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing comprehensive property management services, ensuring compliance with relevant legal and regulatory standards, and delivering excellent customer service to leaseholders, residents, and client directors. Key Responsibilities Portfolio & Operational Management Serve as the primary point of contact for leaseholders, residents, clients, and contractors. Conduct regular site visits and property inspections to ensure buildings are maintained to high standards. Oversee day-to-day repairs, reactive maintenance, and major works projects in line with statutory requirements. Manage contractor performance, reviewing service-level agreements and scope of works. Financial & Budgetary Control Prepare, review, and manage annual service charge budgets for properties within the portfolio. Monitor expenditure against budgets, approving invoices and managing reserve funds. Coordinate end-of-year service charge accounts alongside external accountants. Compliance & Health & Safety Ensure all properties comply with current health, safety, and fire safety regulations. Risk assessment implementation and tracking of recommendations (FRA, Water Hygiene, Asbestos, etc.). Oversee Section 20 consultation processes for major works and long-term agreements. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: Proven track record in residential block management / leasehold property management. Professional Qualifications: IRPM (Institute of Residential Property Management) qualification or RICS accreditation is strongly preferred. Legal & Regulatory Knowledge: Strong understanding of Landlord & Tenant Acts, Commonhold & Leasehold Reform Act, Section 20 procedures, and Fire Safety regulations. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience managing client expectations and leading AGMs/EGM meetings. Technical Proficiency: Experience using property management software systems. Licence: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for site visits. If you have the relevant experience and this looks like the perfect role for you, please submit your CV straight away.

We're supporting a fantastic business in the property maintenance industry to recruit a Repairs & Voids Manager to lead and oversee a busy housing contract based in Nottingham This is a hands-on role for someone passionate about delivering high-quality services to residents and improving operational performance. About the Role You will lead a team of regional multi trade team including supervisors', to deliver repairs, voids, and planned / cyclical works. You'll ensure contracts, budgets, and service standards are met, and drive improvements in customer satisfaction, compliance, and value for money. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage a regional multi trade team • Oversee responsive repairs and voids services, ensuring high standards and timeliness • Implement process improvements and continuous service enhancements • Ensure compliance with housing legislation, H&S regulations, and organisational policies About You • Significant experience managing property services in social housing • Expertise in responsive repairs, voids, and planned programmes • Strong leadership and team development skills • In-depth knowledge of housing, tenancy, leasehold, and H&S legislation • Experience delivering service improvements, budgets, and contract management

Estimator - Industrial & Logistics Location: Birmingham, West Midlands Salary: £80,000 per annum The Opportunity Our client is a premier European leader in commercial and industrial construction, recognised for their innovative engineering and building solutions. Due to continued growth across their UK operations, they are seeking an experienced Estimator to join their established team in Birmingham. This position plays a critical role in the pre-construction phase, focusing on large-scale industrial and logistics projects across the country. Key Responsibilities Cost Estimation & Analysis: Prepare accurate, detailed cost estimates and commercial tenders for industrial and logistics developments. Quantity Measurement: Carry out precise quantity take-offs and measurements from architectural and structural drawings. Subcontractor Enquiries: Issue detailed packages to sub-contractors and suppliers, critically analyzing quotes to ensure competitive pricing and alignment with specifications. Risk Assessment: Identify potential commercial risks and opportunities during the tender process, presenting mitigation strategies to senior management. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal design, engineering, and procurement teams to align technical capabilities with commercial requirements. Your Profile Experience: Proven track record as an Estimator delivering large-scale industrial or logistics construction projects. Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in quantity measurement and cost planning, with the ability to take off quantities from digital drawings. Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of modern construction methodologies, materials, and current UK market pricing. Analytical Skills: Excellent numerical ability and meticulous attention to detail. Software Competency: Proficient in standard estimation and measurement software, as well as Microsoft Excel. How to Apply If this sounds like the right position for you, please submit your CV now.

Building Caretaker - Birkenhead Part-Time, Permanent Monday to Friday (10:00 - 14:00) Pay Rate: £12.70 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience) Are you a reliable, self-motivated individual who takes pride in keeping residential buildings clean, safe, and well-maintained? Our client, a prominent UK property management firm, is looking for a dependable Building Caretaker to join their team in Birkenhead. This is a key part-time role working 20 hours per week (10am to 2pm, Monday to Friday), ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work and interacting with residents. Your key responsibilities will include: Building Cleanliness: Ensuring all communal areas, including hallways, entrances, and stairwells, are kept clean, tidy, and presented to a high standard. Waste & Bin Management: Managing the bin stores, keeping them orderly, and ensuring all rubbish is correctly segregated in line with local guidelines. Safety & Compliance: Conducting weekly fire alarm checks and maintaining accurate compliance logs for the building. Tenant Engagement: Acting as a polite, approachable, and courteous point of contact for residents, dealing with day-to-day building queries with a helpful attitude. Access Control & Security: Monitoring the building perimeter and communal areas, tactfully and firmly managing access issues, to ensure the security and peace of mind of the residents. If you are a punctual, detail-oriented individual with strong communication skills and a firm but polite approach to building security, we want to hear from you. Our client is looking to interview immediately, so please submit your CV today!