Property Manager

Overview

Do you want to be part of a team that makes a difference by building amazing rental communities across Canada? A high performing team that focuses on learning and development and giving back to local communities? Consider joining our dynamic team at Traine Construction & Development and Mainline Living Property Management as a Property Manager!

The Property Manager is responsible for the overall operational, financial, and administrative management of a residential community. This role leads on-site teams, oversees daily property operations, ensures high resident satisfaction, and drives property performance in alignment with company objectives and budgets. The Property Manager also develops and implements site policies, procedures, and training to foster a high-performing, engaged team.

This position is based out of our Evoke community in Kitchener, Ontario.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall financial oversight, including regular forecasting, variance analysis, and budget reforecasting
• Support preparation and management of annual operating budgets and cost-control initiatives
• Ensure timely rent collection, accurate invoicing, and authorization of purchase orders and work orders
• Direct all property maintenance activities, including preventative maintenance, HVAC, landscaping, and cleaning
• Ensure 24-hour emergency coverage and effective vendor and contractor coordination
• Conduct regular property inspections to ensure lease compliance, safety, and property standards
• Manage resident move-ins and move-outs, utilities, and accuracy of resident files and records
• Oversee resident improvement and capital projects to ensure timelines, quality, and cost efficiency
• Lead, supervise, and support on-site staff and contractors, including performance management and team meetings
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and ongoing development of the property team
• Serve as the primary point of contact for residents, fostering positive relationships and resolving concerns professionally
• Support leasing and marketing efforts to achieve occupancy targets through market awareness and pricing oversight
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and risk management requirements, including site inspections and regulatory issues
• Maintain accurate systems and documentation, including Yardi records, reports, notices, and internal communications

Qualifications and Experience

• 5+ years’ experience in residential property management, overseeing a portfolio of 100+ units
• Post secondary degree in business or a related field
• Proven ability to drive key KPIs: occupancy, arrears, renewals, expense control, and NOI
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing site teams and cultivating teamwork and accountability
• Demonstrated financial literacy: budget management, rent rolls, variance reporting. Proficiency in budgeting, financial analysis, and reporting.
• Resident-focused mindset with a track record of delivering positive resident experiences
• Leasing or sales experience with strong close rates
• Strong knowledge of BC tenancy legislation
• Proficiency in property management software (e.g., Yardi, SuiteSpot, or similar)
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Willingness to travel as required

In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with a very competitive salary (based on experience) and a full range of benefits, including:

• Field-level performance bonus program
• Investment opportunities in real estate projects
• Ranked top 10% Health and Dental plan in Canada
• Professional Development and ongoing training
• Opportunities to be involved in life changing charitable projects
• Long term employment

By joining our team, you\'ll find yourself working amongst a group of friendly, team-oriented individuals who strive to deliver exceptional results.

Traine Construction and Development has been in business for 25 years; based in Kelowna, BC and working throughout Canada on multi-family residential construction projects for our property management division, Mainline Living, to operate. We create communities that residents are proud to live in and we are proud to operate. From Ontario to British Columbia, Traine prides itself on building excellent multi-family communities and great careers! By joining our team, you\'ll find yourself working amongst a group of friendly, team-oriented individuals who strive to deliver exceptional results.

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Salary Range: $75,000 - $90,000