Estate Manager – Santa Barbara Salary: $130,000–$170,000 + bonus. Location: Santa Barbara County. Employment: Full-time (40-45 hours per week). Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance plan; Retirement plan with match; Onsite housing + vehicle allowance; Two weeks paid vacation. Job Description Our client is seeking an experienced Estate Manager to oversee the full operations, maintenance, and long-term care of a 100-acre private estate featuring a 16,000 sq. ft. primary residence, multiple auxiliary buildings, extensive water and power systems, and high-level fire-safety infrastructure. This role requires a hands‑on, technically skilled leader who can manage complex systems, supervise staff and vendors, and ensure seamless day‑to‑day operations. Key Responsibilities Property & Systems Management: Oversee all water systems (wells, filtration, pumps), HVAC, electrical, solar/propane generators, IT/security, and communications systems. Perform regular inspections of buildings, grounds, equipment, and infrastructure. Handle minor repairs (light carpentry, plumbing, electrical, appliances, and low‑voltage systems). Maintain cleanliness, functionality, and readiness across all estate structures and outdoor areas. Project Oversight: Plan and manage repairs, upgrades, renovations, and capital improvement projects. Coordinate architects, engineers, contractors, and specialized vendors. Maintain property‑wide preventive maintenance schedules and punch lists. Staff, Vendor & Budget Management: Supervise a small resident staff and oversee rotating contractors. Source, schedule, and manage service providers (landscaping, pool, tech, trades). Manage budgets, quotes, contracts, and invoice approvals. Maintain strong relationships with vendors and communicate regularly with ownership. Grounds, Fire Safety & Equipment: Oversee landscaping, hardscaping, brush clearing, and wildfire‑prevention practices. Maintain trails, fences, roads, orchards, gardens, and outdoor structures. Operate and maintain estate machinery: tractors, mowers, chippers, forklifts, and power tools. Conduct inspections for fire extinguishers, generators, wells, propane tanks, and other systems. Pool, Orchard & Livestock: Monitor pool chemicals and coordinate service providers. Maintain orchard irrigation, pest control, harvesting schedules, and reporting. Oversee chicken care, egg collection, and coop maintenance. Administration & Reporting: Maintain service logs, maintenance records, inventories, and schedules. Track expenses, document deliveries, and prepare quotes for approval. Participate in regular meetings with the Ranch Manager and ownership team. Health & Safety: Enforce estate safety protocols and conduct property‑wide safety inspections. Ensure proper licensing, COIs, and compliance for staff and vendors. Proactively identify and report hazards or policy breaches. Qualifications 10+ years managing large private estates, ranches, resorts, or campus‑style properties. Strong background in construction, facilities, engineering, or technical systems management. Hands‑on mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine repairs. Experience supervising staff and coordinating multiple vendors. Strong communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills. Proficiency with MS Excel/Word, maintenance logs, and operational documentation. Ability to operate machinery and estate equipment safely. Clean driving record & background check required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Crawford Thomas Recruiting
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