Associate Property Manager

BGIS; Halifax; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of facility management services is seeking an Associate Property Manager in Halifax. The role involves managing tenant relationships, overseeing property operations, and ensuring financial success through effective communication and data analysis. Ideal candidates will have experience in property management and a strong commitment to client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in building and facilities management.
• Bilingualism is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive tenant relationships through professional communication.
• Coordinate tenant construction activities and landlord work.
• Assist the Property Manager with ongoing initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Client Relationship Management

Data Analysis

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Community College Diploma

Job description

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we focus on enabling innovation through our services and actively seek new opportunities to benefit our clients' businesses. We manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia, and Asia. For more information, visit www.bgis.com.

Summary

Reporting to the Property Manager, the Associate Property Manager will ensure all property management policies, procedures, and operations are conducted effectively. You will develop, administer, and submit regular financial reports and budgets (operating and capital) within established guidelines. This role requires strong communication skills, exceptional client relationship management, and data analysis capabilities to ensure client satisfaction, team member satisfaction, and financial success.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Your primary role as an Associate Property Manager will include:

• Maintaining positive tenant relationships through professional and responsive communication, proactively addressing tenant issues to meet tenant expectations and landlord criteria.
• Acting as the direct tenant liaison to coordinate tenant construction activities and landlord work, ensuring they are well-organized, proactive, and in line with lease obligations.
• Meeting with the property management team, tenants, vendors, contractors, and senior management as needed to review operations, resolve challenges, and implement new initiatives.
• Coordinating and distributing relevant tenant communications.
• Upholding the building's presentation to maintain PWGSC's best-in-class image at all times.
• Assisting in maintenance and resource upkeep, including monitoring performance metrics to meet program requirements and maximize effectiveness.
• Ensuring insurance and contract files are complete, accurate, and current.
• Supporting initiatives to enhance tenant relations and their quality and effectiveness.
• Coordinating tenant events, appreciation events, and meetings.
• Supporting the Property Manager with ongoing initiatives.

Knowledge & Skills

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• 3-5 years of experience in building and facilities management.
• Bilingualism is an asset.
• A community college diploma or equivalent (e.g., ABI, CET).
• A proven track record in developing and maintaining excellent client relationships.
• Experience in commercial property management and developing complex budgets.
• Professionalism, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to adapt to changing client needs.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving skills using facts and sound reasoning.
• Ability to analyze building data effectively.

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Certified Facility Manager (CFM) through IFMA.
• Certified Property Manager (CPM) through the Institute of Real Estate Management.
• Facility Management Administrator (FMA) Designation through BOMI.
• Real Property Administrator (RPA) through BOMI.

At BGIS, we believe diversity and inclusion are key drivers of our success. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process, recognizing that promoting diversity is essential for our organizational growth.