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Land/Estate Manager

Overview

Land/estate managers oversee the management of property and services on behalf of the estate owner.

Description

  • Oversee daily estate operations to ensure that activities and services on the property is carried out smoothly.
  • Supervise staff and contractors in property maintenance according to the owner’s requirements and standards.
  • Oversee financial matters like yearly budgets, payroll and expenses.
  • Process and maintain leasing agreements, including managing rent payments and agreements between landlords and tenants.

Entry requirements

  • You'll need a Bachelor's Degree in Building Services, Facilities Management, Real Estate Business or a related field to get started.

Salary

$4,500 – 8,000

/mo

Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.

Trivia

Interpersonal skills are crucial for land/estate managers as they regularly interface with other people, such as staff, contractors and external stakeholders.

What to expect

You will oversee management of staff, financials and ensure repairs and maintenance and carried out.

Soft
skills

Interpersonal Skills

Possess good communication skills, and ability to manage and build rapport with tenants and contractors.

Analytical Skills

Ability to analyse complex data, derive insights, and solve problems.

Leadership and Managerial Skills

Capability to lead teams, make strategic decisions, and manage resources.

Knowledge of Real Estate and Building Services

Good understanding of property law and facility operations.

Lease Administration

Skilled in managing lease agreements, negotiations, and compliance.

Adept with Microsoft Office Suite

Familiar with using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for reports, presentations and data analysis of estate performance.

Hard
skills

Frequently asked questions

Employers in this field generally expect applicants to have prior work experience, so look out for internships or mentorship programmes in the real estate industry.

A land/estate manager day-to-day work can be rigorous. Also, all estates are different, so land/estate managers have to be adaptable to the unique challenges of each estate they manage. It’s a good fit for those who prefer a dynamic career.

First, they send out a written “termination of tenancy” notice to the tenant. Then, they obtain a court order to enforce a tenancy notice. Next, they need to apply for a writ of possession. Only then can they evict the tenant.

Land/estate managers often spend time outdoors inspecting the grounds of the property they manage. However, there is some in-office work as well, as the job will require them to complete paperwork and other administrative duties.

Land/estate managers begin by listening to them to understand their situation. Then, they’ll try to address the issue and manage their expectations. It’s also important for land/estate managers to keep a detailed record of every interaction, discussion and action taken.