District Property Manager

Reporting to the VP, Real Estate Management, the Queen’s Marque District Property Manager will manage the day-to-day management of a growing portfolio of residential, commercial and retail assets in the Queen’s Marque District in downtown Halifax.

Key Duties :

• tenant concerns are rectified in a prompt, effective and cost-efficient manner.
• supervision of building staff, including operators, cleaning and maintenance staff, and property management staff; frequent contact with and direct supervision of staff is required.
• and maintaining an excellent climate of working relations with tenants, staff and contractors, consistent with encouraging improved service and performance.
• their supervisor and others in the organization well informed of operational / property specific issues and of any unusual matters which might affect approved plans and budgets.
• a safe working environment for staff and contractors and that OH&S requirements are followed by playing a key role to ensure policies are developed and followed.
• that all equipment and company assets are well maintained in the highest manner in accordance with maintenance protocols and budget specifications.
• recommendations to your supervisor with a view to enhancing the services and operations of the properties.
• of financial statements for assigned properties; preparing analysis and reporting on variances to budget.
• of annual property budgets.
• tendering and negotiating building service contracts to ensure prudent, cost-effective practices.
• and documenting periodic comprehensive building inspections, as well as routine follow up to ensure completion.
• abreast of property management standards, new applications, trends, etc.
• that all company policies and standards are observed.

Core Competencies :

• to multi-task and prioritize in a fast-paced work setting.
• verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• to generate effective reporting and analytics.
• analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• negotiation and conflict-management skills.
• to effectively lead and coach a small team.
• to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• relationship building skills with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• and knowledgeable with different property management processes and procedures.
• with different types of technologies and systems.

Education / Experience :

10+ years’ experience in property management, including residential, retail and commercial.

5+ years in a people leadership position.

Post-secondary degree or technical diploma in a related field.

Experience in the hotel industry considered an asset.

Experience in management of luxury residential considered an asset.