Commercial Assistant Property Manager

Inland Companies, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous paid time off and companyhols

Company-paid life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Professional development and career增长

Job summary

Colliers is seeking an Assistant Property Manager for a premier mixed-use development in Milwaukee. You’ll support property operations, budgeting, vendor management, lease administration, and ownership reporting, collaborating with leadership to deliver best-in-class service.

Grow your CRE career by working on tenant relations, capital projects, and strategic planning, with exposure to ownership meetings and industry-leading software. Join a dynamic team today.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of commercial property management experience.
• Experience with Class A office, mixed-use, retail, or other commercial properties.
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with tenants, vendors, building operations, and service contractors.
• Exposure to budgeting, financial reporting, CAM reconciliations, or property accounting.
• Excellent organizational and written/verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Yardi, MRI, Angus, Building Engines, or similar PM systems is a plus.
• Proactive mindset and strong desire to learn and grow within commercial real estate.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key point of contact for office tenants, vendors, and stakeholders.
• Help deliver an exceptional tenant experience by responding to questions and service requests with urgency and professionalism.
• Coordinate tenant move-ins, move-outs, and suite improvements.
• Assist with building inspections, ownership visits, lender tours, and property walkthroughs.
• Partner with engineers, vendors, and contractors to ensure building operations run smoothly.
• Support tenant events and community engagement initiatives throughout the property.
• Stay informed on construction activity and capital projects and communicate impacts as needed.
• Assist in maintaining the property's Class A appearance and operating standards.

Skills

Property management

Tenant relations

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Vendor management

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Learnability

Tools

Yardi

MRI

Angus

Building Engines

Job description

Description

Colliers is seeking an Assistant Property Manager to join our team at R1VER, one of Milwaukee's most dynamic mixed-use developments. Located along the riverfront in Milwaukee's Harbor District, R1VER is home to Class A office space, retail offerings, community gathering spaces, and some of the city's most innovative organizations.

This is a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience supporting a high-profile mixed-use asset while building a career in commercial real estate. You'll work alongside experienced professionals and gain exposure to property operations, tenant relations, budgeting, vendor management, capital projects, lease administration, and ownership reporting.

Whether your long-term goal is to become a Property Manager, Senior Property Manager, or commercial real estate leader, this role provides meaningful experience and growth opportunities that will help accelerate your career.

Why Join Us?

This isn't a role where you'll be limited to administrative tasks. You'll work closely with property leadership and gain valuable experience in:

• Commercial property operations and building management
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Vendor and contract management
• Tenant relations and client service
• Lease administration and commercial leasing
• Capital improvement projects
• Ownership and lender reporting
• Strategic property planning

You'll play an important role within a collaborative team environment where your contributions are valued and your professional growth is encouraged.

What You'll Do

Tenant Relations & Property Operations

• Serve as a key point of contact for office tenants, vendors, and stakeholders
• Help deliver an exceptional tenant experience by responding to questions and service requests with urgency and professionalism
• Coordinate tenant move-ins, move-outs, and suite improvements
• Assist with building inspections, ownership visits, lender tours, and property walkthroughs
• Partner with engineers, vendors, and contractors to ensure building operations run smoothly
• Support tenant events and community engagement initiatives throughout the property
• Stay informed on construction activity and capital projects and communicate impacts as needed
• Assist in maintaining the property's Class A appearance and operating standards

Vendor & Contract Management

• Assist with managing vendor relationships and service contracts
• Support the competitive bid process and contract renewals
• Monitor vendor performance and contract compliance
• Partner with vendors to address operational issues and identify service improvements
• Review invoices and ensure billing aligns with contract terms and approved work

Financial & Administrative Support

• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and monthly financial reporting
• Support accounts payable processes and invoice approvals
• Assist with collections and tenant account management
• Help prepare monthly ownership reporting packages
• Assist with CAM estimates, reconciliations, and tenant billings
• Support annual budget development and strategic planning efforts
• Help monitor property performance and identify opportunities for operational improvements

Leasing & Lease Administration

• Support broker tours and leasing activities
• Assist with lease abstracts and lease administration
• Develop a strong understanding of lease language and tenant obligations
• Coordinate onboarding activities for new commercial tenants
• Support lease-related documentation and reporting requirements

Professional Growth & Team Support

• Learn and utilize industry-leading property management and accounting software
• Participate in ownership, corporate, and stakeholder meetings
• Pursue educational and professional development opportunities
• Collaborate with teammates to support property goals and deliver best-in-class service

Requirements

• 2+ years of commercial property management experience
• Experience supporting Class A office, mixed-use, retail, or other commercial properties required
• Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
• Experience working with commercial tenants, vendors, building operations, and service contractors
• Exposure to budgeting, financial reporting, billing, CAM reconciliations, or property accounting
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience with Yardi, MRI, Angus, Building Engines, or similar property management systems is a plus
• A proactive mindset and strong desire to learn and grow within commercial real estate

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by three core values:

• Better Together: We believe the best results come from collaboration, trust, and supporting one another.
• Warrior Spirit: We embrace challenges, take ownership, and pursue excellence in everything we do.
• Empathy: We treat tenants, clients, and teammates with understanding, respect, and care.

Benefits

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that supports both your personal and professional success, including:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Company-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Voluntary benefits for you and your family
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Build Your Future With Us

Great properties are built on great relationships. If you're looking for a career opportunity where you can expand your commercial real estate expertise, gain meaningful responsibility, and contribute to the success of one of Milwaukee's most exciting mixed-use developments, we'd love to hear from you.