Property Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: 

Responsible for a total of five properties within the Prairie Village, KS market, the Property Manager oversees the on-site day-to-day activities for all property (community) management activities/functions including but not limited to property maintenance, tenant relations, property budgets, support to leasing/re-leasing, collections, reporting, coordinate with tenant coordinator to oversee tenant improvement activities and service contracts, and supervise the completion of property inspections as well as property appearance and condition. This includes managing an assistant property manager, setting performance goals and targets, and ensuring that the company's properties are managed effectively and efficiently. This position requires working on-site 5-days/week in our Prairie Village office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Administer tenant leases, including negotiation of assignments as appropriate.
• Lead and manage an assistant property manager in ensuring goals and objectives are being met.
• Maintain the properties including landscaping, janitorial, maintenance, pest control, etc. Determine specifications, obtain competitive bids, and select and administer contracted services.
• Recommend capital improvements and oversees the implementation of capital improvement programs. Examples of such improvements include but are not limited to, major roof or parking lot repairs, landscape renovations, and major common area improvements.
• Conduct periodic property inspections, report on the same, and follow up on any resulting action items.
• Collect rents and other charges. Prepare and understand tenant account reconciliations.
• Respond to tenant audits and work with the accounting department to resolve issues.
• Monitor and report on any litigation or other legal matters.
• Understand completely the accounting system, procedures, and reports.
• Prepare and control the budgets.
• Prepare and report information in a timely fashion to appropriate team members. 
• Produce monthly management reports as required.
• Review and explain budget variances for financial statements.
• Set annual goals and objectives relating to properties.
• Provide guidance to direct report(s) to achieve goals and objectives.
• Instill a positive team-oriented working relationship with team members throughout the organization.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or another related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
• Real Estate license required (for CA employees only).
• CPM or CSM designation preferred.
• A minimum of 5-7 years of Property Manager experience, preferably for retail properties required.
• A minimum of 1-3 years of strong leadership and people management skills required.
• Knowledge of MS Office, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook required.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to interact with various vendors, and levels of management.
• Strong problem-solving skills, creative thinking and solid organization and leadership skills. 
• Working knowledge of the principles and practices of real estate preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines.
• Outstanding interpersonal, coaching and listening skills with the ability to communicate within all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to remain objective, discrete and exercise common sense always.
• Thrives in a dynamic environment and able to work on various projects simultaneously, requiring strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in general math, grammar, writing skills and oral skills. 

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires the use of a computer screen for extended periods.
• Occasional lifting of 15 to 20 lbs.
• Extended working hours and travel may be necessary.
• This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position (standing and/or seated) most of the time.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays and vacation 
• Paid sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties, as necessary.

First Washington Realty is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by law.