Senior Manager - Property Management Southern Region

MVC Resources; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management group in Johor Bahru is looking for a Senior Manager to oversee strategic direction and governance of its property portfolio in the southern region. Responsibilities include developing long-term strategies, financial stewardship, and leading a team of property managers. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, including leadership roles, and a strong understanding of property management regulations. This role offers a chance to contribute to sustainable community development.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of property management experience with 4-5 years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience in managing township developments and strata schemes.
• Strong understanding of the Strata Management Act and related legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction and governance of the property portfolio.
• Oversee governance structures and compliance across multiple developments.
• Provide strategic financial oversight for regional budgets and funding.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Problem-Solving

Community Diplomacy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Property Management or related discipline

Professional certification (RISM, BOVAEP, MIPFM)

Tools

Property tech tools

Digital reporting systems

Job description

As Senior Manager - Property Management, Southern Region, you will lead the strategic direction, governance, and operational performance of the Group’s entire strata-titled and township property portfolio in the southern region. This role goes beyond day-to-day property management, focusing on long-term planning, stakeholder alignment, community integration, and enhancement of asset value. You will serve as the regional lead in shaping property management strategies that support the Group’s townships’ vision of sustainable, vibrant, and livable communities.

Key Responsibilities:


1. Strategic Property Management Planning

• Develop and execute long-term property management strategies for all strata and township common properties across the Southern Region.
  

• Align property management goals with township masterplanning, development phases, and placemaking initiatives.
  

• Plan for lifecycle asset replacement, capital improvement works, and long-term sinking fund forecasting.
  

2. Portfolio Oversight and Governance

• Oversee governance structures (JMB, MC, RAs) across multiple developments; standardize best practices and compliance measures.
  

• Ensure full adherence to the Strata Management Act and local regulations across all properties.
  

• Review and implement regional SOPs to ensure operational consistency and service excellence.
  

3. Financial Stewardship

• Provide strategic oversight on annual budgets, maintenance charges, and sinking fund allocations across the regional portfolio.
  

• Monitor financial health and arrears performance across projects; implement recovery strategies where necessary.
  

• Evaluate long-term cost control, revenue enhancement, and service charge optimization strategies.
  

4. Operational Leadership

• Lead and guide the regional team of property and building managers to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of services.
  

• Oversee procurement and vendor management to ensure competitive, cost-effective, and performance-based contracts.
  

• Drive digital adoption and system improvements (e.g., resident apps, digital maintenance tracking, payment systems).
  

5. Stakeholder & Resident Engagement

• Act as the strategic liaison with residents’ associations, JMBs, MCs, and internal development teams to ensure shared vision and objectives.
  

• Champion community-building initiatives aligned with the Group’s township identity and branding.
  

• Anticipate and mitigate community risks through proactive engagement and dispute resolution frameworks.
  

6. Risk, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to safety, fire, and environmental standards across all managed properties.
  

• Lead incident management protocols and emergency response preparedness at a regional level.
  

• Oversee insurance coverage reviews, claims management, and regulatory reporting.
  

7. Performance Reporting & Benchmarking

• Develop and present regional property performance dashboards to senior leadership.
  

• Benchmark service levels, operating costs, and community satisfaction against market standards.
  

• Continuously identify operational gaps and recommend corrective action plans.
  

8. Sustainability & Asset Enhancement

• Drive regional sustainability initiatives such as green building practices, waste management programs, and energy-saving initiatives.
  

• Propose enhancement plans for aging properties to maintain asset value and community appeal.
  

• Work with development and planning teams to ensure maintainability is considered in new project designs.
  
  
  
  

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Property Management, Real Estate, Facilities Management, or related discipline.
  

• Professional certification (e.g., RISM, BOVAEP, MIPFM) is an advantage.
  

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of experience in property management, with at least 4–5 years in a leadership role overseeing multiple developments or regional portfolios.
  

• Proven experience managing township developments, strata schemes, and working with JMB/MCs.
  

Technical & Strategic Competencies:

• Strong understanding of the Strata Management Act, Building & Common Property legislation, and local regulatory landscape.
  

• Exposure to township development lifecycle and asset lifecycle management.
  

• Familiarity with property tech tools and digital reporting systems.
  

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
  

• Ability to engage with C-level executives, residents, authorities, and internal teams.
  

• Excellent problem-solving, conflict resolution, and community diplomacy.
  

• High level of accountability, foresight, and professionalism.
  

Other Requirements:

• Willing to travel frequently across project sites within the Southern Region.
  

• Comfortable managing diverse teams across multiple property types and maturity stages.