The Role
Oversee daily operations of a private West Vancouver residence: supervise household staff, coordinate vendors and contractors, manage property maintenance and schedules, ensure high standards of presentation, confidentiality, and smooth household functioning.
Summary Generated by Built In
Position Overview
We are looking for an experienced House Manager for a private household in West Vancouver (British Columbia) to oversee the daily operations of a residence. This is a full-time and permanent position.
The House Manager will act as the primary point of coordination between household staff, external vendors, and contractors, ensuring that the residence is maintained to a high standard of organization, efficiency, and discretion.
Key Responsibilities
Household Staff Supervision
- Supervise household staff (e.g. childcare providers, housekeepers, or other service providers), ensuring clear task allocation and consistent performance standards.
- Provide day-to-day guidance, coordination, and support to staff to ensure smooth household operations.
- Assist with onboarding, training, and performance feedback when required.
Vendor & Contractor Oversight
- Supervise and coordinate all external vendors and contractors (e.g. landscaping, maintenance, repairs, security, IT, and specialty trades).
- Schedule, monitor, and follow up on work performed to ensure quality, timeliness, and compliance with household expectations.
- Obtain and compare quotes, manage service agreements, and report any issues or recommendations to the principals.
- Conduct on-site supervision during maintenance, renovation, or special projects as required.
Property & Operations Management
- Conduct regular walkthroughs of the residence to identify maintenance needs or operational improvements.
- Maintain household schedules, service calendars, and operational checklists.
- Ensure the home is consistently presented and maintained at a high standard.
Liaison & Reporting
- Serve as a trusted point of contact between the principals, staff, and external service providers.
- Communicate proactively regarding issues, priorities, and recommended actions.
- Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times.
Qualifications & Experience
- Proven experience as a House Manager, Estate Manager, or Senior Household Supervisor in a private residence or comparable high-end environment.
- Strong experience supervising household staff, vendors, and contractors.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Professional, discreet, and service-oriented demeanor.
- Ability to work independently and anticipate household needs.
- Fluency in English is required, Chinese (Mandarin) speakers preferred.
- Valid driver’s license with a vehicle.
Schedule & Employment Terms
- Full-time, permanent position.
- Schedule to be determined based on needs.
- In-person role.
- Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.
Ideal Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate is hands-on, highly organized, and comfortable maintaining a respectful and professional relationship with household staff while managing multiple service providers. They are proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of ensuring that all aspects of the household run efficiently and discreetly.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced and detail-oriented professional who considers the House Management profession a true vocation, we would be delighted to receive your application.
Or apply directly online.
We thank in advance all applicants for their interest. Please note that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Skills Required
- Proven experience as a House Manager, Estate Manager, or Senior Household Supervisor in a private residence or comparable high-end environment.
- Experience supervising household staff, vendors, and contractors.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
- Professional, discreet, and service-oriented demeanor.
- Ability to work independently and anticipate household needs.
- Fluency in English.
- Chinese (Mandarin) speaker.
- Valid driver's license with a vehicle.
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The Company
What We Do
Elite Domo is a leading North American niche headhunting and staffing agency that specializes in the search and placement of experienced private estate and private service professionals. The firm provides expert recruitment for high-end roles, including gardeners, nannies, personal assistants, family office staff, domestic couples, and private security, ensuring a high standard of service for elite households.
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