Property Manager

JML Search LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Long-term growth opportunity

Job summary

JML Search LLC seeks a Property Manager for a large Bronx portfolio in New York City. This on-site role requires active building presence, staff leadership, and proactive operations oversight across multiple buildings to enhance resident satisfaction.

You will ensure regulatory compliance, manage vendor and maintenance activities, and partner with senior leadership on portfolio performance and budgeting. Strong knowledge of rent-stabilized housing is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of residential property management experience.
• Experience overseeing a large multifamily property or multi-building residential portfolio.
• Strong knowledge of NYC residential property operations.
• Experience with rent-stabilized or regulated housing strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with HPD, DOB, DHCR, inspections, violations, and compliance requirements.
• Proven ability to lead teams, delegate responsibilities, and maintain accountability.
• Experience managing vendors, maintenance operations, resident relations, and property-level issues.
• Working knowledge of building systems and the ability to effectively oversee maintenance and technical work.
• Strong communication, organization, follow-through, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain effective in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, hands-on, and field-oriented management style.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the day-to-day performance of a large multifamily residential portfolio.
• Lead, support, and hold accountable on-site maintenance and administrative staff.
• Maintain a strong presence throughout the portfolio and closely monitor building conditions.
• Ensure work orders, repairs, and maintenance issues are handled promptly and properly.
• Respond to resident concerns and resolve escalated matters professionally.
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, building services, and preventive maintenance.
• Oversee HPD, DOB, DHCR, and other applicable violations and regulatory matters.
• Ensure compliance with NYC housing regulations, rent-stabilization requirements, and company policies.
• Work directly with ownership and senior leadership on operational priorities and portfolio performance.
• Provide clear updates regarding staffing, resident matters, building conditions, and outstanding issues.
• Assist with budgeting, expense management, reporting, and performance tracking.
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve operations, service levels, and resident satisfaction.

Skills

Residential property mgmt

Portfolio leadership

Vendor management

Regulatory compliance

Tools

HPD

DOB

DHCR

Job description

Property Manager – Large Residential Portfolio

Location: Bronx Park East Area, Bronx, NY

Salary: $100,000–$120,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time, on-site

The Opportunity

I am partnering with an established and growing New York City residential real estate ownership and management company to recruit an experienced Property Manager for a large multifamily portfolio in the Bronx Park East area.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong residential Property Manager who wants to take real ownership of a portfolio, work closely with senior leadership, and make a visible impact on building operations, team performance, and the resident experience.

The company manages a diverse and expanding portfolio of residential properties throughout New York City. Its leadership team values experienced professionals who are proactive, accountable, and comfortable making decisions in a fast-moving property environment.

This is not a desk-only management role. The Property Manager will be actively involved in the portfolio, regularly visiting the buildings, supporting on-site teams, addressing issues, and ensuring that operational priorities are carried through to completion.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Take ownership of the day-to-day performance of a large multifamily residential portfolio
• Lead, support, and hold accountable on-site maintenance and administrative staff
• Maintain a strong presence throughout the portfolio and closely monitor building conditions
• Ensure work orders, repairs, and maintenance issues are handled promptly and properly
• Respond to resident concerns and resolve escalated matters professionally
• Coordinate vendors, contractors, building services, and preventive maintenance
• Oversee HPD, DOB, DHCR, and other applicable violations and regulatory matters
• Ensure compliance with NYC housing regulations, rent-stabilization requirements, and company policies
• Work directly with ownership and senior leadership on operational priorities and portfolio performance
• Provide clear updates regarding staffing, resident matters, building conditions, and outstanding issues
• Assist with budgeting, expense management, reporting, and performance tracking
• Identify and implement opportunities to improve operations, service levels, and resident satisfaction

What We’re Looking For

• At least 5 years of residential property management experience
• Experience overseeing a large multifamily property or multi-building residential portfolio
• Strong knowledge of NYC residential property operations
• Experience with rent-stabilized or regulated housing strongly preferred
• Familiarity with HPD, DOB, DHCR, inspections, violations, and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to lead teams, delegate responsibilities, and maintain accountability
• Experience managing vendors, maintenance operations, resident relations, and property-level issues
• Working knowledge of building systems and the ability to effectively oversee maintenance and technical work
• Strong communication, organization, follow-through, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and remain effective in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, hands-on, and field-oriented management style

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Take full ownership of a significant residential portfolio
• Work closely with an accessible and experienced senior leadership team
• Join an established company with a growing New York City presence
• Make a direct impact on property operations and the resident experience
• Gain visibility and recognition for strong performance
• Build a long-term career with opportunities for continued professional growth

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary of $100,000–$120,000, depending on experience
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Long-term growth opportunity

Work Location

This is a full-time, on-site position overseeing a residential portfolio in the Bronx Park East area. Candidates must be comfortable commuting to this area of the Bronx daily.

• Health insurance
• Paid time off