Commercial Property Manager

Cressy-Commercial-Real-Estate-; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, dental insurance

401(k)

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Cressy Commercial Real Estate is seeking a Commercial Property Manager to oversee day-to-day management and financial performance for a portfolio of commercial properties in Indianapolis.

The role requires strong financial, analytical, and communication skills, with significant on-site responsibilities and collaboration with tenants, vendors, and internal teams. This is a full-time, primarily on-site position with flexibility as needed.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in commercial property management, real estate, asset management, finance, or related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Management, Finance, Business Administration, or related field preferred.
• Indiana real estate broker's license preferred or ability to obtain one, if applicable.
• Strong financial and analytical skills with budgets, financial statements, expenses, and variances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, for data gathering, analysis, and manipulation.
• Experience with property management or work order systems such as Yardi, Corrigo, or similar platforms preferred.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple properties, projects, and priorities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, tenants, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to anticipate challenges, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Passion for commercial real estate and property management.
• Ability to pass a required background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial performance of assigned properties and provide monthly financial reporting and budget variance analysis to clients.
• Review and approve accounts payable and property-related invoices.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and capital improvement plans.
• Monitor property revenues, expenses, and overall financial performance, identifying variances and recommending corrective action.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify opportunities to improve property performance and maximize asset value.
• Track and report on outstanding work orders and related property expenses.
• Oversee daily operations of assigned properties and ensure maintenance to established standards.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and professionals; recommend contracted services.
• Supervise maintenance and janitorial personnel; ensure work is completed efficiently.
• Prioritize work orders and coordinate timely responses to property needs.
• Participate in transition/onboarding of acquired/assigned properties.
• Assist with tenant move-in/move-out procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with tenants, owners, clients, vendors, and service providers.
• Communicate regularly with tenants/clients to understand needs and address concerns.
• Anticipate client/property needs and proactively propose solutions.
• Ensure properties align with ownership objectives and performance expectations.
• Conduct regular property inspections and site visits; assess condition and performance.
• Recommend and coordinate maintenance, alterations, improvements, and capital projects.
• Monitor quality and timeliness of work by vendors/contractors.
• Identify potential issues before they become larger concerns.

Job description

Cressy Commercial Real Estate is a leading regional commercial brokerage, property management, and construction company that invests in the communities we live, work, and play in. We are a company rich in history, with a team of over 100 professionals. We provide services throughout Indiana, Southwestern Michigan, and beyond.

What makes our company different? WE CARE – about our team, our communities, and our clients.

About the Role

Are you looking for a long-term career with a company that values initiative, accountability, and outstanding performance? We are seeking a motivated and experienced Commercial Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day management and financial performance of an assigned portfolio of commercial properties.

This role is responsible for maximizing asset value, maintaining strong tenant and client relationships, managing property operations, and ensuring financial objectives are achieved. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver who can make sound decisions, manage multiple priorities, and take ownership of both routine responsibilities and unexpected challenges.

This is a full-time, primarily on-site position with flexibility as needed based on business and property requirements.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the financial performance of assigned properties and provide monthly financial reporting and budget variance analysis to clients.
• Review and approve accounts payable and property-related invoices.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets, forecasts, and capital improvement plans.
• Monitor property revenues, expenses, and overall financial performance, identifying variances and recommending corrective action.
• Analyze financial and operational data to identify opportunities to improve property performance and maximize asset value.
• Track and report on outstanding work orders and related property expenses.

Property Operations & Administration

• Oversee the daily operations of assigned commercial properties and ensure properties are maintained to established standards.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and other professionals servicing the properties and make recommendations regarding contracted services.
• Supervise assigned maintenance and janitorial personnel and ensure work is completed efficiently and appropriately.
• Prioritize work orders and coordinate timely responses to property needs.
• Participate in the transition and onboarding of newly acquired or newly assigned properties to ensure smooth and timely integration.
• Assist with tenant move-in and move-out procedures.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with tenants, property owners, clients, vendors, and service providers.
• Communicate regularly with tenants and clients to understand needs, address concerns, and ensure expectations are met.
• Anticipate client and property needs and proactively recommend solutions.
• Ensure assigned properties are managed in alignment with ownership objectives and established performance expectations.

Property Inspections & Quality Assurance

• Conduct regular property inspections and site visits to evaluate property condition, maintenance needs, tenant concerns, and overall performance.
• Recommend and coordinate necessary maintenance, alterations, improvements, and capital projects.
• Monitor the quality and timeliness of work performed by vendors, contractors, and assigned personnel.
• Identify potential issues before they become larger operational or financial concerns.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in commercial property management, real estate, asset management, finance, or a related field.
• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Indiana real estate broker's license preferred or ability to obtain one, if applicable.
• Strong financial and analytical skills, with the ability to understand budgets, financial statements, expenses, and variances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with the ability to gather, analyze, and manipulate data.
• Experience with property management or work order systems such as Yardi, Corrigo, or similar platforms preferred.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple properties, projects, and priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, tenants, vendors, contractors, and internal teams.
• Ability to anticipate challenges, take initiative, and follow through on responsibilities.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Passion for commercial real estate and property management.
• Ability to pass a required background check and drug screen.

What We Offer

We believe in rewarding talent, initiative, and outstanding performance. Our benefits package includes health, vision, dental, 401(k), group life insurance, supplemental insurance options, vacation, and holiday pay.

We also invest in our employees through competitive compensation, recognition programs, professional development opportunities, mentoring, and ongoing feedback. We believe in giving our people the tools and support they need to build a successful, long-term career with our company.

The pay range for this role is:

70,000 - 82,000 USD per year (Cressy Indianapolis)