Commercial Property Manager

OPTIMUS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT INC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays

401(k) Plan with company match

13 Days of Paid Time Off

Mileage reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses for exceptional.

Job summary

OPTIMUS PROPERTY MANAGEMENT INC in Century City, CA is seeking a Commercial Property Manager to oversee a 21-property portfolio totaling over 600,000 square feet of retail and mixed-use assets across Los Angeles.

The ideal candidate will be proactive, financially minded, and able to manage day-to-day operations, tenant relations, and financial performance while supporting long-term asset goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field.
• 3+ years of commercial property management experience.
• Strong experience with retail or mixed-use assets preferred.
• Solid understanding of lease structures, CAM reconciliations, and property financials.
• Proficiency with AppFolio and Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a 21-property portfolio in LA.
• Conduct regular site inspections for condition, tenant operations, and curb appeal.
• Engage, contract, and supervise vendors; review invoices.
• Coordinate maintenance and capital improvement projects end-to-end.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, insurance requirements, and standards.
• Prepare and manage annual property budgets with variance explanations.
• Review rent rolls, collections, and operating statements for accuracy.
• Abstract and administer leases; monitor vacancies and option dates.
• Manage tenant move-ins/move-outs and TI coordination.
• Oversee CAM reconciliations, recoveries, and monthly financial reporting.
• Lead tenant relations, handle requests, and mitigate risks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred (Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field)

Tools

AppFolio

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)

Job description

Description

Optimus Property Management, Inc. (www.opminc.com), a real estate investment and property management company based in Century City, CA, is seeking a Commercial Property Manager to manage a 21-property portfolio totaling over 600,000 square feet of primarily retail and mixed-use assets throughout Los Angeles. Reporting to the Regional Property Manager, this role is responsible for the day-to-day operations, tenant relations, and financial performance of the portfolio.

This role is focused on ownership mindset and execution. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and financially minded, with the ability to keep a diverse commercial portfolio running smoothly while supporting long-term asset goals.

Requirements

Property Operations

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the portfolio to ensure properties are well maintained, safe, and aligned with ownership standards
• Conduct regular site inspections to evaluate property condition, tenant operations, and curb appeal
• Engage, contract, and supervise vendors and contractors; review and approve invoices
• Coordinate maintenance, repairs, and capital improvement projects from bid through completion
• Ensure properties remain compliant with local regulations, insurance requirements, and company standards

Financial Management

• Prepare and manage annual property budgets, and monitor performance against budget with variance explanations
• Review rent rolls, collections, and operating statements to ensure accuracy
• Work closely with accounting on CAM reconciliations, recoveries, tenant billings, and monthly financial reporting
• Identify opportunities to control expenses and improve NOI

Lease Administration and Leasing Support

• Abstract and administer leases, ensuring tenant and landlord obligations are tracked and met
• Coordinate with the Regional Property Manager and third-party brokers on new leases, renewals, and amendments
• Monitor vacancies, lease expirations, and option dates, and flag issues proactively
• Manage tenant move-ins and move-outs, including tenant improvement coordination

Tenant Relations and Collections

• Serve as the primary point of contact for tenants, including anchor and high-value tenants
• Respond to tenant requests and concerns promptly and professionally
• Manage collections and delinquencies, including notices and follow-up on defaults
• Identify and elevate operational and financial risks to the Regional Property Manager

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Real Estate, Business, Finance, or related field)
• 3+ years of commercial property management experience
• Strong experience with retail or mixed-use assets highly preferred
• Solid understanding of commercial lease structures, CAM reconciliations, and property financials
• Proficiency in AppFolio and Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple properties and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must be based in or willing to travel throughout Los Angeles, with reliable transportation
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Compensation

• This position is exempt
• Salary range is $80k to $85k
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) Plan with a company match
• 13 Days of Paid Time Off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Discretionary bonuses for exceptional work

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to equal treatment of all employees without regard to race, national origin, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, physical or mental disability or other basis protected by law.