Real Estate

VP of Property Management

$150K/yr - $200K/yr
Elgin, IL (On-Site)
Full Time

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and implement long-term strategies for property management operations across commercial assets.
  • Partner with construction and development teams to ensure seamless transitions from construction to occupancy and management.
  • Drive operational excellence, cost efficiency, and portfolio value growth.
  • Establish KPIs and performance metrics for property teams and vendors.

Operational Management

  • Oversee day-to-day property management operations for office, industrial, and retail assets.
  • Direct budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance of the managed portfolio.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Oversee vendor management, maintenance programs, and capital project planning.

Construction & Capital Projects

  • Collaborate with the construction division on new builds, renovations, and tenant improvements.
  • Manage integration of property management considerations into construction planning and design.
  • Oversee capital expenditure programs to maintain and enhance asset value.

Team Leadership & Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop regional property managers and operational staff.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.
  • Provide leadership in recruiting, training, and retaining top property management talent.

Financial & Client Relations

  • Maintain strong relationships with ownership groups, investors, and major tenants.
  • Prepare and present property performance reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.
  • Oversee lease administration, collections, and expense control measures.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Construction Management, or related field (MBA or CPM preferred).
  • 12+ years of progressive experience in commercial property management, including leadership over multiple asset types.
  • Proven experience managing property operations in conjunction with large-scale construction or redevelopment projects.
  • Strong financial acumen with expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and P&L oversight.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
  • Professional certifications such as CPM, RPA, or CCIM are highly desirable.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic and operational leadership
  • Construction project integration
  • Financial management and reporting
  • Tenant and stakeholder relations
  • Team development and mentoring
  • Regulatory compliance and risk management