Commercial Property Manager

Derby Holdings Ltd; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and dental

Job summary

Derby Holdings Ltd. in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, seeks an experienced Property Manager to oversee day-to-day operations, lease administration, tenant relations, and asset value across its retail portfolio.

You will manage budgets, coordinate capital projects, supervise contractors, and ensure compliance with safety and lease obligations while delivering exceptional property performance and tenant service.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial property management experience.
• Experience managing a shopping centre, retail portfolio, or similar complex property.
• Strong knowledge of commercial leases, operating cost recoveries, budgeting, and property operations.
• Experience preparing and managing operating and capital budgets.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants and capital projects.
• Strong understanding of lease obligations and addressing tenant defaults.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Independent, takes ownership of issues and shows sound judgment; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operation and presentation of a shopping centre.
• Maintain property to a high standard, including systems, common areas, parking, landscaping and life-safety.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, service providers, and property staff.
• Obtain proposals and negotiate contracts and pricing where appropriate.
• Respond to operational issues, emergencies, tenant concerns, and maintenance needs.
• Monitor compliance with legislation, safety standards, and property policies.
• Develop and maintain strong tenant relationships and manage lease-related matters.
• Prepare and manage annual operating and capital budgets.

Skills

Property management

Budgeting

Tenant relations

Contractor management

Lease knowledge

Communication

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Derby Holdings Ltd. is seeking an experienced Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations, lease administration, tenant relationships, and long-term value of its portfolio in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

This is a hands-on position suited to a commercially minded property management professional who is comfortable taking ownership of a complex retail asset, working directly with tenants and contractors, managing budgets and operating costs, and coordinating capital projects and property improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Property Operations

• Assume overall responsibility for the daily operation and presentation of a shopping centre.
• Ensure the property is maintained to a high standard, including building systems, common areas, parking, landscaping, snow removal, security, cleanliness, and life-safety systems.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors, service providers, consultants, and property staff.
• Obtain and evaluate service proposals and negotiate contracts and pricing where appropriate.
• Respond promptly to operational issues, emergencies, tenant concerns, and maintenance requirements.
• Monitor compliance with applicable legislation, municipal requirements, safety standards, insurance requirements, and property policies.

Tenant & Lease Administration

• Develop and maintain strong professional relationships with tenants, from local operators to national retailers.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for operational, maintenance, lease, and property-related matters.
• Monitor tenant compliance with lease obligations and coordinate enforcement of landlord rights and remedies when necessary.
• Coordinate tenant improvements, openings, closures, construction activities, and access requirements.
• Prepare and manage annual property operating and capital budgets.
• Review and approve invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and operating expenditures within established authority.
• Manage tenant billings, operating cost recoveries, property taxes, utilities, and other recoverable costs.
• Identify opportunities to improve operating efficiency, control expenses, and enhance financial performance.

Capital Projects & Asset Management

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee capital improvements, repairs, and building projects.
• Obtain competitive quotations, evaluate contractors, and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Identify building and infrastructure issues early and develop appropriate repair or replacement strategies.
• Maintain appropriate insurance, risk-management, and emergency-response procedures.
• Monitor property security and safety programs and coordinate corrective measures where required.
• Manage tenant defaults, incidents, disputes, and property issues in consultation with ownership and legal counsel.
• Maintain accurate property records, contracts, reports, and documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years of commercial property management experience, preferably with significant retail experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing a shopping centre, retail portfolio, or similarly complex commercial property.
• Strong knowledge of commercial leases, tenant relations, operating cost recoveries, budgeting, and property operations.
• Experience preparing and managing operating and capital budgets.
• Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants, service providers, and capital projects.
• Strong understanding of commercial lease obligations and the ability to identify and address tenant defaults and compliance issues.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and take ownership of issues through to resolution.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Compensation

• $80,000 - $100,000

• Comprehensive health and dental benefits package