Property Manager
Dartmouth, NS
Halifax, NS
AM – 18533
Meridia Recruitment Solutions has partnered with Fares & Co. Development Inc. to recruit a Property Manager to join their team in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia.
Fares & Co. Development Inc. is a real estate development company, known for its success in designing and constructing high-end residential and mixed-use properties, such as King’s Wharf in Downtown Dartmouth. As their portfolio grows significantly, Fares & Co. Development Inc. strives to continue creating luxury living spaces in prime locations, always providing fantastic tenant experiences and a sense of community throughout their properties.
Role Description
The Property Manager is the on-site operational leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the daily operations, financial performance, risk mitigation, and resident satisfaction for multi-unit residential communities. This role directs and manages all on-site personnel while ensuring regulatory compliance, controlling expenses, maximizing revenue, and providing a best-in-class living experience. The Property Manager is the essential driver of operational excellence and financial performance for the developer's portfolio of residential properties.
By joining Fares & Co. Development Inc., you will be part of a growing, family-owned, and community-oriented real estate development company that is positioned to continue supporting the population growth in the Halifax area by doubling their number of rental units by the end of next year. You will have the opportunity to improve on existing property management practices, as well as support the implementation of new practices and technologies, all within a collaborative and supportive environment. In return for your skills and expertise, you will be rewarded with a competitive compensation and benefits package.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Oversee apartment unit turnover process, approving renovations, make-ready repairs, and capital improvement projects as needed;
- Enforce community policies, rules, regulations, and codes of conduct with residents through lease agreements and building regulations where applicable;
- Negotiate and manage contracts with third-party vendors for services such as landscaping, waste removal, security, etc.;
- Respond promptly to resident complaints and issues, managing disputes through conflict resolution;
- Plan and execute community-building events, social activities, newsletters, and engagement initiatives to enhance resident experience;
- Develop and manage annual property budgets and maintain expense controls across all operating cost categories, analyzing monthly, and presenting to ownership as needed;
- Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as occupancy rates, rental rates, operating expenses, and delinquencies;
- Develop and implement preventative maintenance programs to identify potential issues and extend the useful life of building systems;
- Manage any insurance claims regarding property damage, injuries, crime or legal disputes on behalf of the ownership group.
Your Qualifications
As the ideal candidate, you are an experienced Property Manager who has successfully managed a portfolio of residential properties. You are a driven, organized, and approachable individual who brings forward comprehensive knowledge of property management best practices, and tenancy regulations. You are also technologically inclined and have an eye for creating efficiencies to support streamlined property management practices across the business.
Qualifications include:
- 5+ years of professional experience managing a multi-unit residential, affordable housing, or condominium portfolio;
- Post-secondary education in a relevant discipline (i.e., business, real estate, property management) would be considered a strong asset;
- Skilled in operating statement analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for investment properties;
- Strong working knowledge of property management systems (i.e., Yardi), accounting software, and Microsoft Office suite;
- Exceptional communication, problem-solving, decision-making, and customer service abilities;
- Organized multi-tasker with a keen eye for detail and ability to remain calm under pressure;
- Working knowledge of building systems, maintenance, and capital planning.
To express interest in this opportunity please apply online by clicking “Apply Now” below.
For more information contact Austin McLennan, Senior Consultant, at 902-424-1103 and amclennan@kbrs.ca or Kyle Armstrong, Recruitment Specialist at 902-334-7488 or karmstrong@kbrs.ca, or please apply online by clicking the “Apply Now” button below. If you require accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please let Austin or Kyle know.
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