PROPERTY MANAGER COMMERCIAL

Paycom - ATS; Sully Square (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Peterson Companies seeks a Campus Operations Manager to oversee daily operations of a large government campus in the Chantilly/Dulles area, including buildings, grounds and shared infrastructure.

The role requires 5+ years in facilities or property management, U.S. citizenship, Top Secret clearance, and a Bachelor’s degree; you will manage budgets, ensure security compliance, coordinate with government stakeholders, and lead a team.

Qualifications

• You must have U.S. citizenship for security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a large government campus, including assigned buildings, grounds, and shared infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with government contract requirements, facility security standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure standards for maintenance, life-safety systems, and physical security are met.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders on operational matters.
• Manage vendor, contractor, and subcontractor relationships.
• Prepare, manage, and monitor operating budgets, forecasts, and financial reports.
• Analyze monthly financial statements and variance reports, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Review and approve invoices, manage purchase orders, and support cost tracking for government contract deliverables.
• Support annual budget planning, capital improvement projects, and facility lifecycle planning.
• Work with technical managers to oversee preventive maintenance programs for building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, access control).
• Manage capital improvement and renovation projects, ensuring work is coordinated with security and operational requirements.
• Maintain accurate facility records, inspection logs, and documentation for government audits and reviews.
• Ensure all facility operations align with government security requirements, including access control and visitor/escort procedures.
• Partner with security personnel to maintain compliance with physical security and personnel security protocols.
• Support emergency preparedness planning, drills, and incident response for the campus.
• Supervise, train, and mentor property management staff.
• Conduct performance reviews and support staff development.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture in a secure, mission-focused environment.

Skills

U.S. Citizenship

Top Secret clearance

Financial acumen

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Business, Real Estate, or related field

CPM certification

CFM certification

Tools

Maximo

MRI

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Dulles Discovery - Chantilly, VA 20152, Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $160,000.00, Peterson Companies

As one of the Washington, D.C. region’s largest privately owned real estate developers, Peterson Companies creates places that bring people together. With more than 60 years of experience, our diverse portfolio spans retail, residential, office, self-storage, and industrial, reflecting a long-standing commitment to thoughtful development and lasting impact across the region.

Who You Are:

• You enjoy working for a company that has an active culture with excellent perks that foster work life balance. You are passionate about delivering world class customer service and fostering an environment of respect and inclusivity.


• You enjoy engaging with a team to deliver results and meet deadlines, but are also capable of independent work product delivery.


• You approach challenges with a positive attitude and tactful communication.

What You Bring:

• U.S. Citizenship (required for security clearance eligibility)


• Active Top Secret clearance, or eligibility for and willingness to apply for and maintain one


• Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Business, Real Estate, or related field


• 5+ years of commercial property management or facilities management experience, including at least one year in a senior or supervisory role


• Proven experience managing large campus, commercial, or government facilities


• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, and cost management


• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills


• Working knowledge of facility compliance requirements in a secure environment


• CPM (Certified Property Manager), CFM (Certified Facilities Manager), or similar industry certification


• Proficient with property management and accounting software (Maximo, MRI), Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Key Responsibilities

Campus Operations Management

• Oversee daily operations of a large government campus, including assigned buildings, grounds, and shared infrastructure


• Ensure compliance with government contract requirements, facility security standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations


• Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure standards for maintenance, life-safety systems, and physical security are met


• Coordinate with government stakeholders on operational matters


• Manage vendor, contractor, and subcontractor relationships

Financial Performance

• Prepare, manage, and monitor operating budgets, forecasts, and financial reports


• Analyze monthly financial statements and variance reports, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements


• Review and approve invoices, manage purchase orders, and support cost tracking for government contract deliverables


• Support annual budget planning, capital improvement projects, and facility lifecycle planning

Facilities & Asset Management

• Work with technical managers to oversee preventive maintenance programs for building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire/life safety, access control)


• Manage capital improvement and renovation projects, ensuring work is coordinated with security and operational requirements


• Maintain accurate facility records, inspection logs, and documentation for government audits and reviews

Security & Compliance

• Ensure all facility operations align with government security requirements, including access control and visitor/escort procedures


• Partner with security personnel to maintain compliance with physical security and personnel security protocols


• Support emergency preparedness planning, drills, and incident response for the campus

Team Leadership

• Supervise, train, and mentor property management staff


• Conduct performance reviews and support staff development


• Foster a collaborative, high-performance team culture in a secure, mission-focused environment

Peterson Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, marital status, or any other basis protected by law. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.