Assistant Property Manager

Fort; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property management is seeking an Assistant Property Manager in Houston, TX. This entry-level role includes overseeing multiple properties, managing tenant requests, and assisting with budgets. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills and property management expertise to ensure high occupancy and tenant retention.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of property management experience.
• Strong customer service skills for effective communication.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and coordinate repairs with vendors.
• Manage tenant service requests and maintain the tenant work order system.
• Assist with annual budget preparation and property-related document administration.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Project Management

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Yardi

Job description

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Are you an expert in property management with strong listening and communication skills? Do you excel when given autonomy to act as a market expert and budget owner? Can you effectively charm and read people and situations? Are you able to influence acceptance of change, new ideas, and adapt to unexpected circumstances? Do you enjoy handling multiple assignments simultaneously?

We are seeking an Assistant Property Manager to support property management and financial objectives across Fort’s managed portfolio. The ideal candidate can oversee multiple properties at peak performance.

If you excel at turning negative situations positive, perform well in a fast-paced environment, and are an excellent communicator with property management expertise—let’s talk.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Perform routine inspections and coordinate repairs with vendors.
2. Manage tenant service requests related to property operations and administration.
3. Maintain the tenant work order system.
4. Assist with property-related document administration, including memos, reports, proposals, and projects.
5. Support Leasing Representatives to maintain high occupancy and tenant retention.
6. Assist in annual budget preparation and development.
7. Help manage capital expenditure projects.
8. Maintain service contracts, track expirations, and prepare bid packages.
9. Read and interpret legal documents and service agreements.
10. Control operating expenses.
11. Assist with monthly billing, tenant billing adjustments, and collections.
12. Coordinate rent collection and follow-up on delinquencies.
13. Build and maintain positive relationships with tenants, vendors, and contractors.
14. Communicate technical and financial information effectively to maintenance staff, tenants, and management.
15. Track insurance certificate expirations, request renewals, and ensure compliance.
16. Process vendor invoices.
17. Maintain building security and document incidents.
18. Perform additional duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

1. At least 2 years of property management experience.
2. Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.
3. Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office and Yardi.
4. Knowledge of relevant local, state, and federal laws is preferred.
5. Understanding of safety, risk management, and preventative maintenance.
6. Ability to plan projects within budget and time constraints.
7. Strong customer service skills for effective communication with tenants.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales and Management

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