Property Manager

Transwestern; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Transwestern is seeking a Property Manager to handle all operations of a commercial building, focusing on tenant relationships and financial management. The role includes overseeing property inspections, budget development, and vendor management.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in property management, a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, and proficiency in financial reporting tools. This position is based on-site in Houston, TX.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of property management experience, preferably in commercial.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong understanding of financial reports.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of managing a commercial building.
• Ensure compliance with leasing and property management policies.
• Develop operating and capital budgets, and track variances.

Skills

Property management experience

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or related field

State Real Estate license

Tools

MRI

Yardi

Angus

Job description

About the Company

Transwestern Real Estate Services (TRS) is part of the Transwestern enterprise, offering expertise across institutional and opportunistic investment, development, hospitality, and brokerage and asset services.

Position Summary

The Property Manager is responsible for all aspects of managing a commercial building – from operations and financial activities to managing relationships with tenants, property owners, and vendors. The role includes tenant improvements, service contracts, and overseeing property inspections and development recommendations.

Essential Job Functions

• Represent TRS while adhering to the management agreement terms.
• Responsible for lease administration.
• Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental directives.
• Provide management and leadership to property staff, including hiring and performance management.
• Develop comprehensive annual inspection process and complete inspections as required.
• Develop operating and capital budgets, track variances, oversee CAM reconciliations, ensure smooth recovery process.
• Bid, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts per TRS and client procurement requirements.
• Maintain interface with third‑party owners and accounting team to ensure compliance and reporting.
• Coordinate and oversee all tenant and building construction work for timely completion.
• Participate in leasing and client team meetings and communicate effectively.
• Provide and foster positive relationships with tenants, external and internal clients.
• Represent and communicate the authority of the property manager based on legal agreements and TRS policies.
• Coordinate training and development activities for team members.
• Perform additional duties or projects as assigned by senior leadership and the client/ownership.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, or related discipline.
• State Real Estate license required.
• CPM and/or RPA designations or in progress.
• Minimum 5 years of property management experience, preferably in commercial management.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Word and Excel proficiency.
• Microsoft Outlook, Angus, and accounting software such as MRI, Yardi or CTI proficiency preferred.
• Strong understanding of financial reports, including variance of actual versus budget.
• Ability to keep information strictly confidential.
• Strong desire to succeed in an entrepreneurial environment.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects, changing priorities and a heavy workload.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Foster a positive working environment for team members.
• Provide leadership and direction for growth and development of team members.

Work Shift & Location

Work Shift: Dynamic on‑site role in Houston, TX; remote or hybrid options not available.