Assistant Property Manager

Chicagoland Apartment As; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Bonus eligibility

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Chicagoland Apartment As in downtown Chicago seeks an experienced Assistant Property Manager to oversee daily operations at a premier Class A office property. This full-time, on-site role reports to the General Manager and focuses on delivering an exceptional tenant experience while guiding property teams.

The ideal candidate brings 3+ years in a similar role, strong financial acumen for operating budgets and capital planning, and excellent leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in hospitality, business, real estate, or related field.
• 3+ years in an Assistant Property Manager role, preferably in Class A office or hospitality.
• Strong financial acumen with operating budgets, capital planning, service contracts, and vendor relations.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a Class A office property and lead property management and maintenance teams to ensure tenant satisfaction.
• Foster strong tenant relationships with a hospitality-driven approach and support leasing through tours and engagement.
• Collaborate with the General Manager to enhance building services and cultivate a welcoming environment.
• Develop and manage annual operating budget and capital plan; monitor financial performance and investor reporting.
• Coordinate third-party vendors, oversee contracts, and manage capital projects to ensure quality and compliance.
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team, set performance expectations, and ensure adherence to policies.
• Work with internal departments on tenant build-outs and ongoing property communications to improve operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A premier commercial real estate organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Property Manager to oversee daily operations at a prestigious Class A office property in downtown Chicago. This full-time, fully on-site opportunity offers a competitive salary of $80,000–$90,000, based on experience, and is ideal for a polished professional with prior experience in a similar Assistant Property Manager role, preferably within a Class A commercial office building environment. Reporting directly to the General Manager, this individual will play a key role in delivering an exceptional tenant experience while leading operational initiatives, managing property teams, and supporting financial performance. The position also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, bonus eligibility, and additional wellness benefits.

Responsibilities of the Assistant Property Manager:

• Oversee the daily operations of a Class A commercial office property while providing leadership to the property management support and maintenance teams to ensure an exceptional tenant experience.
• Foster strong tenant relationships by delivering a hospitality-driven approach, addressing operational needs, coordinating property amenities and events, and supporting leasing initiatives through space tours and tenant engagement.
• Partner with the General Manager to enhance building services, encourage amenity participation, and help cultivate a welcoming, community-focused environment.
• Develop and manage the property's annual operating budget and capital plan while monitoring financial performance, preparing variance reports, quarterly forecasts, and investor reporting.
• Coordinate third-party vendors, oversee maintenance contracts, and manage building improvement, repair, and capital projects to ensure quality, compliance, and timely completion.
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team by establishing performance expectations, supporting professional development, and ensuring company policies and operational standards are consistently met.
• Collaborate with internal departments on tenant build-outs, operational projects, and ongoing property communications while identifying opportunities to improve processes and overall building operations.

Qualifications of the Assistant Property Manager:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably with a focus in hospitality, business, real estate, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar Assistant Property Manager role, preferably within a Class A commercial office building environment or hospitality industry.
• Strong financial acumen with experience managing operating budgets, capital planning, service contracts, financial reporting, and vendor relationships.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and project management skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to learn property management and reporting systems.
• Passion for delivering exceptional customer service while creating a positive, hospitality-focused experience for tenants and visitors.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to continuous operational improvement.

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