Senior Property Manager

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Winnipeg is seeking a Senior Property Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of city-owned real estate. This role involves lease management, financial analysis, and mentoring of junior staff. The position offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Employer-paid benefits

Dental and vision care

Pension plans

Maternity/parental leave programs

Education and training opportunities

Qualifications

• 5 years’ experience in commercial leasing practices.
• Experience in real estate financial analysis.
• Knowledge of Real Estate law and current market lease rates.

Responsibilities

• Manage and administer a lease portfolio in a cost-effective manner.
• Negotiate complex leases for city-owned properties.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Education

Urban Land Economics Diploma

Designation through the Real Estate Institute of Canada

Job description

Recruitment Details

Senior Property Manager

Department: Planning, Property and Development Department

Designated Work Location: 2 nd Floor - 65 Garry Street - Hybrid

Position Type: 1Permanent, Full-time; 1 Temporary Full-time

Salary: Salary Schedule A-1 $2,729.34 to $3,665.45 bi-weekly (Grade 3)*; Salary Schedule A-2 $2,729.34 to $3,573.31 bi-weekly (Grade 3)*

Posting No: 125963

Closing Date: June 23, 2025

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor of Property Management and Appraisal, the Senior Property Manager is responsible to manage and administer a lease portfolio in a cost-effective manner. Represents the City in negotiations of complex and politically sensitive leases for city-owned vacant and improved residential, commercial and industrial properties, within strict timelines ensuring adequate steps have been taken to protect the city against any potential liabilities. Entering into new leases and renewing existing leases includes market analysis, qualification of potential sites comparative lease studies, negotiations, proposal calls, report/approval processes, and tenant improvement process. Reviews and revises programs and policies to meet the Branch’s mandates and responsibilities. Represents the City to contracted consultants, tenants, property owners, public business organizations as well as other levels of government. Analyzes financial statements and tenant budgets; requests inspections of all properties. Mentors and provides guidance and coaching to junior Branch staff. Preparation of reports and briefing notes to appropriate delegated authority in accordance with City policies, prepare documentation and oversee ongoing administration of a diverse portfolio of surplus City-owned real property.

The incumbent must be self-motivated, possess excellent organizational skills and have the ability to exercise precise judgment and independent decision-making under time sensitive and stressful circumstances.

As The Senior Property Manager,you Will

• Prepare general correspondence, written agreements and formal reports to community Committees and Standing Committees of Council.
• Apply best business practices in administration of lease documentation.
• Negotiate directly with business owners or other proposed tenants to lease accommodations in a timely, cost effective manner.
• Mentor branch staff in the implementation of day to day Real Estate office duties and other programs and projects as delegated.
• Ensure that all financial aspects of negotiations, documentation, lease commitments and ongoing administration are performed in accordance with City policy and sound economic analysis/financial principles.
• Lead the implementation of a clear, consistent and comprehensive policy framework related to facility leasing and coordinate special projects and department initiatives.
• Monitor the progress of transactions for compliance with terms and conditions of agreements including inspections, reporting and taking action as required. You will ensure that the Branch’s activities are carried out in compliance with the provisions of the City of Winnipeg Charter Act; the City of Winnipeg
  
  

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• An Urban Land Economics Diploma or designation through the Real Estate Institute of Canada or similar OR equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Five (5) years’ experience in commercial leasing practices.
• Experience in the general administration of a commercial lease portfolio.
• Experience in basic accounting practices and principals.
• Experience in real estate financial analysis.
• Experience with computer technology and software applications.
• Experience in letter and report writing.
• Knowledge of City policy and procedures an asset.
• Knowledge of Real Estate law.
• Knowledge of current market lease rates.
• Ability to manage numerous and diverse projects of very different natures, simultaneously.
• Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
• Ability to mentor junior staff effectively.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and manage deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with other civic staff, private consultants, contractors and suppliers.
• Ability to keep current with new property management and appraisal trends.
• Good verbal communication skills, and be capable of effective public relations.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.
  
  

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check satisfactory to the employer will be required from the successful candidate, at their expense. To obtain Police Information Check information please visit https://www.winnipeg.ca/police/services/online-record-checks .
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 Manitoba Driver’s License. The successful applicant will be required to provide a driver’s notice in force document upon request.
• The successful applicant will be required to provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City Transportation Policy.
  
  

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*
  
  

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311 .

Hours of Work: 8:30 am to 4:30 pm

Employee Group: WAPSO

Position Reports To: Supervisor of Property Management and Appraisal

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.