Assistant Property Manager

Phillips Edison & Company; North Carolina; On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Phillips Edison & Company seeks a property management professional to support a regional retail portfolio. This role will directly manage 1-2 assets and assist the Senior Regional Property Manager with day-to-day property management, tenant relations, and maintenance coordination.

Based in Charlotte, NC, the position requires up to 25% travel and involves vendor coordination, inspections, reporting in Nexus/MRI, and contributing to capital projects to protect and enhance property value.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of real estate experience supporting property operations.
• Experience with retail tenants and vendors preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat.

Responsibilities

• Support property inspections and coordinate maintenance and reconditioning as needed.
• Assist in soliciting bids, vendor selection, and managing service contracts.
• Maintain tenant and vendor contact information and run monthly financial reports in Nexus/MRI.
• Communicate with tenants to address issues and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Real estate ops

Vendor management

Communication

MS Office

Tools

MRI

Nexus Payables

Job description

Phillips Edison & Company is seeking a talented property management professional to join our team and support a regional portfolio of retail centers. This role will directly manage 1-2 retail assets and will support the Senior Regional Property Manager(s) in providing timely management services to neighbors (tenants) and day-to-day aspects of retail property management including daily maintenance and capital project management. The ideal candidate will be organized, proactive, and thrive in a service-oriented environment.

This position will be based in Charlotte, NC. Position will require up to 25% travel.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Property Operations Support

• Provide support during property inspections. May arrange alterations, maintenance, upkeep, and reconditioning of property as specified in management services and lease agreements
• Help solicit bids, participate in vendor selection, create service contracts, and assist in managing contracts for property services (e.g. security, maintenance, grounds-keeping personnel).
• Assist Property Managers follow up on any open property items promptly.
• Research tenant inquiries & work with the property manager on an appropriate plan for follow-up.
• Communicate with tenants and assist in resolving any ongoing issues while maintaining professionalism and enhancing their customer experience.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with tenants and vendors.
• Work with leasing agents to provide access to vacant spaces for prospective tenants.

Administrative Support

• Provide exceptional administrative support to assigned Sr. Property Manager(s), including:
  • Maintain and update tenant and vendor contact information.
  • Work inside PECO systems (Nexus/MRI) to research invoices and run financial reports monthly for managers.
  • Upload monthly reports to the proper locations.
  • Track & maintain inspections relating to property systems.
  • Processes Open/close notices for Tenants
  • Assist in collecting pertinent documents from tenants and vendors.
  • Prepare outgoing mail/email. Route incoming mail and courier packages.
  • Provide utility information to tenants as needed and complete On/Off Utility Requests.
• Handle special projects and initiatives for the assigned region or in support of the Property Management department based upon business needs.

Education / Experience Requirements

• This position requires a minimum of 2 years of real estate experience supporting property operations in some capacity.
  • Prior experience working with retail tenants, commercial property vendors, and exposure to general property maintenance, roofing, plumbing and HVAC issues is preferred.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interface professionally with associates at all levels of an organization, both internally and externally.
• Strong organizational skills with a proven track record of problem-solving skills in a professional environment.
• Excellent computer and technical skills including a high level of competency in the Microsoft Office suite of products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Adobe Acrobat is required.
• Previous systems experience with Nexus Payables and MRI a plus.
• Positive attitude and ability to maintain a high degree of professionalism and discretion dealing with confidential information.
• Must be a self-starter with the ability to adapt to change, set own priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to travel required (estimated at 25%).
• This position will be based in Charlotte, NC (local candidates only, no relocation will be provided).

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