Estate Manager

ESTATE MANAGER
Private Family  |  Washington, DC  |  Confidential Search

THE ROLE

A private family office is seeking an experienced Estate Manager to lead operations at their primary residence in Washington, DC, as well as a secondary property in Virginia. This is a high-demand household that entertains frequently and operates at an exceptionally sophisticated level. The family has a portfolio of properties across the country and a large, established team.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires a balance of taking care of things yourself, delegating tasks, and exceptional project management skills. This role is also the boots-on-the-ground leader in DC, bringing leadership, structure, consistency, and calm to a dynamic environment. Please note, local candidates or candidates with strong ties and/or familiarity to the DC area will be given first preference.

WHAT YOU WILL OWN

• Day-to-day operations and overall management of the DC residence and Virginia property
• Leadership of the housekeeping team and coordination across all household departments
• Vendor management, contractor oversight, and renovation and project management
• Payroll, budgeting, expense tracking, and invoice review and approval
• Calendar coordination and logistics management for the residence
• Liaison between the on-site team and the Director of Residences
• Maintaining the home to the highest standard, always ready for entertaining and guests
• Upholding and building upon the family's environmental and wellness-oriented systems

WHO THRIVES HERE

This family leads with calm, quiet professionalism and expects the same from everyone in their home. The right candidate brings grounded, poised energy into every situation. They are deeply communicative, proactive, and solutions-oriented – they take full ownership, anticipate needs before they arise, and hold themselves and their team to an exceptionally high standard, with kindness and consistency.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years leading large, multi-staff private households at the UHNW level
• Strong project management experience, including renovation oversight and contractor management
• Familiarity with the Washington, DC market required; local candidates are preferred
• Highly tech savvy, proficient with Slack, Zoom, and household management platforms
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be willing to relocate to Washington, DC if not already local
• 4–5 professional references required; thorough background check required
• Valid driver's license required; willingness to travel required 

DM Estate Staffing is a domestic staffing firm headquartered in Silicon Valley, dedicated to connecting exceptional Private Service Professionals with private clients and family offices across the United States. Built over more than a decade on referrals and repeat clients, we have grown thoughtfully by doing one thing well: finding the right person for the right home.

Every member of our recruiting team has worked personally in the homes of prominent private clients, as estate managers, private chefs, household leaders, and more. That lived experience is what sets us apart. We don't just understand private service in theory; we've navigated its nuances, its demands, and its deeply personal nature from the inside. That perspective shapes every search we conduct and every candidate we represent.

We encourage you to regularly explore our job board and apply for any roles that align with your experience and aspirations. When your background aligns with what our clients are looking for, we will be in touch. We hope to have the opportunity to work with you soon.