Property Manager

BGIS; Markham; On-site; CAD 84,493 - 105,616; Full time

Job summary

BGIS in Markham, Ontario, is seeking a Property Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of commercial real estate in accordance with Management Agreements. Responsibilities include maintaining tenant relationships, managing property maintenance, and assisting in the preparation of the annual budget.

The ideal candidate must have more than three years of relevant experience in Commercial Real Estate Property Management and possess strong communication skills in both French and English. This is a full-time position with a salary range of $84,493 - $105,616 per annum.

Qualifications

• More than 3 years of job-related experience required.
• Fluency in both French and English.
• Security level 2 clearance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Maintain positive tenant relationships.
• Act as tenant liaison for construction and landlord work.
• Coordinate tenant events and communications.
• Lead and develop junior property management staff.

Skills

Tenant relations

Communication skills

Commercial Real Estate Management

Accounting

Maintenance coordination

Education

Community college diploma or equivalent training

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Outlook

Excel

Job description

The Property Manager position supports and assists in the management of commercial real estate in accordance with the Management Agreements. The Property Manager is involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations of the property, including accounting, tenant relations, maintenance and repair, security, janitorial services, landscaping, snow removal, etc. The Property Manager handles tenant complaints and service requests, and preventative maintenance. The Property Manager assists in the preparation of the annual budget, reporting, capital planning and financial performance of the property.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain positive tenant relationships through professional & effective responsiveness & proactive consideration of tenant issues, thereby ensuring that tenant expectations & landlord criteria are being consistently met
• Act as direct tenant liaison to ensure that all tenant construction activity & landlord work are well-coordinated, organized & proactively managed, & in fulfillment of lease obligations
• Meet with property management team, tenants, vendors, contractors & senior management as needed to review & provide support to resolve operational challenges & implement new initiatives
• Responsible for all relevant tenant communications
• Accountable for the health & safety of operations within the building
• Hold shared accountability for building presentation to ensure PWGSC best-in-class image is upheld at all times at the complex
• Provide assistance in the fulfillment of the maintenance & upkeep of ongoing resources & performance metrics including to meet program requirements & ensure maximum effectiveness
• Coordination of tenant events, tenant appreciation events & tenant meetings
• Assist in the preparation & implementation of initiatives to increase & uphold the quality & effectiveness of tenant relations
• Ensure insurance & contract files are complete, accurate & current
• Lead & develop junior property management staff
• Liaise with the PWGSC TA on an ongoing basis
• Manage & report non-conformances & critical incidents (AWARE)
• Other duties as required

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• More than three years up to five years of job related experience
• Community college diploma or equivalent training
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing with peers, managers and clients. (French and English)
• Strong working knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel.
• 3+ years of directly relevant Commercial Real Estate Property Management experience.
• Security level 2 clearance

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• CFM through IFMA
• CPM through Institute of Real Estate Management
• FMA Designation through BOMI
• RPA through BOMI

This is a regular, full-time position with a salary range of $84,493 - $105,616 per annum. The starting salary will be based on the successful candidate’s competencies, including but not limited to experience, education and performance related to this role.