Commercial Property Manager

Hillside Investments; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillside Investments is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Manager to oversee a portfolio of commercial properties in Detroit and surrounding areas. The role involves day-to-day operations, financial performance, tenant liaison, vendor coordination, and ensuring properties meet Hillside Investments’ standards.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of commercial property management experience, strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills, and proficiency with Microsoft 365

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial property management experience required.
• Experience with leases, CAM/operating expenses, budgeting, accounts receivable, and property operations.

Responsibilities

• Property Operations & Maintenance.
• Lease Administration.
• Capital Projects & Construction Coordination.
• Property Documentation & Reporting.

Skills

Property management

Tenant relations

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Tools

Microsoft 365

Yardi

Job description

Company Description

Hillside Investments is a full-service real estate company focused on acquiring and developing value-add commercial properties. The organization specializes in creating tax-sheltered returns while maximizing asset valuation prior to disposition. Hillside Investments emphasizes strong and consistent cash flow through precise management of operating expenses, lease structures, and the strategic use of debt. Team members contribute to disciplined investment and management practices designed to enhance property performance and investor outcomes.

We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Commercial Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day operation and financial performance of commercial properties. This individual will serve as a primary point of contact for tenants, vendors, contractors, and internal departments while ensuring that each property is maintained and operated in accordance with Hillside Investments’ standards.

Position Summary

The Commercial Property Manager is responsible for the operational, financial, and tenant-related performance of an assigned portfolio of commercial properties.

This position requires someone who can take ownership of property-level issues from identification through resolution. The Property Manager will work closely with Hillside’s Accounting, Construction, Leasing, Development, Maintenance and Office Management teams to ensure tenant needs are addressed, vendors are properly managed, property expenses are controlled, lease obligations are followed, and accurate information is communicated throughout the organization.

The successful candidate will be proactive, responsive, detail-oriented, financially aware, and comfortable managing multiple commercial properties and priorities simultaneously.

• Property Operations & Maintenance
• Lease Administration
• Capital Projects & Construction Coordination
• Property Documentation & Reporting

Performance Expectations

The Commercial Property Manager is expected to actively manage the portfolio and take ownership of results.

Key expectations include:

• Tenant requests and concerns are acknowledged and resolved promptly.
• Properties are regularly inspected and maintained to Hillside standards.
• Work orders and outstanding property issues are actively tracked through completion.
• Delinquencies and collection issues are identified and addressed quickly.
• Vendor invoices are reviewed accurately and submitted promptly.
• Property expenses are monitored against approved budgets.
• Lease requirements and critical dates are understood and tracked.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of commercial property management experience required.
• Experience managing office, industrial, flex, retail, or other commercial properties required.
• Working knowledge of commercial leases, CAM/operating expenses, budgeting, accounts receivable, and property operations.
• Experience working with building maintenance technicians, vendors and contractors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize multiple properties, tenant requests, projects, and deadlines.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and willingness to take ownership of issues through completion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams, and related Microsoft 365 applications.
• Experience with Yardi preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel to properties within the portfolio required.