Property Manager

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Job description

Job Description

The Transwestern companies together comprise a privately held, diversified real estate services, investment management and development organization.

A unique approach underlies our success. We do business differently by empowering our team members with the resources and independence to deliver extraordinary results to our clients. It's simple. We start with hiring hard-working, smart, genuinely good people, and organize them in collaborative cross-functional teams. We give them the support to outperform and the freedom to take ownership as they work to exceed our clients' expectations. We do business differently, and that makes us Transwestern.

The Property Manager at this downtown Chicago location is part of the team responsible for all aspects of managing a commercial building - from operations and financial activities to managing important relationships with our tenants, property owners and vendors.

It is also the responsibility of the Property Manager not only to exhibit legendary customer service when communicating with tenants, prospective tenants, owners, and vendors but also to focus on productivity and results.

RESPONSIBILITIES

* Professionally represent TW while adhering to the terms and conditions of the management agreement.
* Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental agency directives.
* Assist in management and leadership to property staff.
* Perform semi annual inspection process for properties; complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual inspections as required for a specific asset, TW's best practices, and/or client requirements.
* Work with management team to develop operating and capital budgets, track variances, the completion of CAM reconciliations, and ensure smooth recovery process.
* Bid, negotiate, and manage conformity with vendor contracts in accordance with TW and the client's procurement contract requirements.
* Interface with third-party owners and accounting team to ensure total contract compliance, including preparation of accurate and timely reporting.
* Involved in management of tenant and building construction work to ensure timely and accurate completion of all construction work at property on behalf of client.
* Participate in leasing and client team meetings and ensure effective communication between leasing and property management team members in order to achieve client's goals and objectives.
* Foster positive relationships with tenants, external clients, and internal clients.
* Represent and communicate clearly and accurately, in person, over the phone, and in writing the authority of the property manager based on legal agreements in effect and TW policies.
* Additional duties or projects as assigned by Senior Management and the Client/Ownership.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

* A bachelor's degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
* State Real Estate license required.
* CPM and/or RPA designations or in progress.
* A minimum 5 years of property management experience, preferably in commercial management.
* Must have intermediate to advanced Microsoft Word, and Excel proficiencies.
* Microsoft Outlook, Angus, Accounting Software such as MRI, Yardi and/or Kardin proficiency preferred.
* Strong understanding of financial reports, including variance of actual vs. budget numbers.
* Ability to keep information strictly confidential.
* Strong desire to succeed in an entrepreneurial environment.
* Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
* Must be able to handle multiple projects, changing priorities and a continually heavy workload.
* Strong customer service orientation.
* Foster a positive working environment for team members.
* Provide leadership and direction for growth and development for team members.

WORK SHIFT

LOCATION

Chicago, IL

APPLY TODAY to be a part of an energetic and motivated team of professionals!

Transwestern offers an exciting work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as a 401(K) plan. Transwestern is an equal opportunity employer. No agencies or phone calls please.