Director, Property Management

Lambert Nemec Group; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established real estate organization in Winnipeg is seeking a Director of Property Management to oversee their residential portfolio. This high-visibility role involves guiding property management teams and ensuring operational excellence across multiple sites. Candidates should have extensive experience in property management, understanding of relevant regulations, and strong leadership skills. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of experience in residential property management.
• Strong knowledge of Manitoba Residential Tenancies Act.
• Experience leading multi-site property management teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the residential property portfolio and ensure optimal performance.
• Lead and mentor property management teams.
• Implement standard operating procedures and best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Professional designations such as CPM or RRP

Tools

Property management software

Job description

Position Overview

Director of Property Management

Lambert Nemec Group is partnering with a well-established, growth-oriented residential real estate organization to recruit a Director of Property Management. This senior leadership role is ideal for a property management professional who thrives at the intersection of operations, people leadership, and strategic portfolio growth.

Reporting to executive leadership, the Director of Property Management will be responsible for overseeing the residential portfolio, guiding property management teams, and driving operational excellence across multiple sites. This is a high-visibility role offering the opportunity to influence organizational strategy, improve processes, and enhance resident satisfaction while supporting the company’s expansion goals.

If you are motivated by leading teams, shaping operations, and delivering measurable impact in residential property management, this role provides the ideal platform to grow your career.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and operational oversight for the residential property portfolio, ensuring optimal performance, occupancy, and resident satisfaction
• Lead, mentor, and develop property management and leasing teams to foster leadership capability, accountability, and a high-performance culture
• Establish, implement, and optimize standard operating procedures, policies, and best practices across the portfolio
• Oversee leasing strategy, marketing, and rent optimization to support growth and revenue objectives
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, including the Residential Tenancies Act, safety standards, and internal policies
• Monitor operational KPIs, service levels, and resident experience metrics, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Partner with cross-functional teams—Maintenance, Construction, Accounting, and Development—to support new projects, renovations, and portfolio expansions
• Act as a senior escalation point for resident, team, and compliance issues, balancing operational problem-solving with long-term process improvement
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and portfolio-level financial performance in collaboration with Finance leadership

Requirements

• 7–10+ years of progressive residential property management experience, with demonstrated leadership of multi-site teams
• Proven experience in strategic portfolio oversight, operational optimization, and performance management
• Strong knowledge of Manitoba Residential Tenancies Act and other regulatory requirements
• Demonstrated ability to implement structure, standardize processes, and improve accountability across property management teams
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience with property management software (e.g., Yardi or similar) and technology-driven operational solutions
• Professional designations such as CPM, RRP, or equivalent are a plus
• Collaborative, mentorship-oriented, and capable of driving initiatives with minimal supervision

Rewards & Opportunities

• Opportunity to lead and shape the property management function for a growing residential portfolio
• Influence organizational strategy, operational excellence, and resident experience at a senior level
• Work within a values-driven, collaborative culture with a focus on professional development and growth
• Flexible, supportive work environment with visibility to executive leadership
• Competitive compensation, reflective of experience and the value brought to the organization

To Apply

If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career goals, please forward your resume (Word format preferred) to Dan Lambert, President & CEO, at [e-mail], referencing “Director of Property Management” in the subject line.

To explore other opportunities currently available, visit the Lambert Nemec Group job portal.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals who best meet our clients’ requirements will be contacted. All other resumes will be retained for future consideration.