Property Manager (CRE)

Cushman & Wakefield; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 98,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Property Manager (CRE) to oversee the operation and administration of client properties. You will manage leases, monitor collections, ensure regulatory compliance, and lead property staff to meet service levels and financial targets.

In this role you will develop budgets, coordinate CAM reconciliations, oversee construction and vendor contracts, and foster strong relationships with tenants and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related discipline preferred.
• CPM, RPA, or CSM designation or in process.
• Possess real estate license.
• Strong knowledge of finance and building operations.
• Ability to analyze, prioritize and delegate.
• Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including employees and vendors.
• Experience analyzing and negotiating commercial lease/contract language.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the management of a property (or group of properties) for a client and fulfilling the manager’s obligations under the terms of the property’s management agreement.
• Monitor collections and coordinate default proceedings; ensure compliance with policies, procedures, codes and directives.
• Provide management and leadership to property staff, including hiring and performance management.
• Develop comprehensive annual inspection process for properties and complete inspections as required.
• Develop operating and capital budgets, track variances, oversee CAM reconciliations and ensure smooth recovery.
• Bid, negotiate and manage vendor contracts per contract requirements.
• Abstract leases in lease administration software and maintain interface with owners and accounting.
• Coordinate construction work and ensure timely completion; participate in leasing/client meetings.
• Foster positive relationships with tenants, external clients and internal teams.

Skills

Communication Proficiency

Problem Solving/Analysis

Leadership Skills

Teamwork Orientation

Time Management Skills

Customer/Client Focus

Financial Acumen

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred.

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Title Property Manager (CRE) Job Description Summary Responsible for the management of a property (or group of properties) for a client and fulfilling the manager’s obligations under the terms of the property’s management agreement.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for all lease administration duties Monitor collections and coordinate default proceedings Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental agency directives Provide management and leadership to property staff, including hiring and performance management Develop comprehensive annual inspection process for properties; complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual inspections as required for a specific asset, C&W’s best practices, and/or client requirements Develop operating and capital budgets, track variances, oversee the completion of CAM reconciliations, and ensure smooth recovery process Bid, negotiate, and manage conformity with vendor contracts in accordance with C&W’s contract requirements or client requirements Accurately abstract all property leases in lease administration software Maintain interface with third-party owners and accounting team to ensure total contract compliance, including preparation of accurate and timely reporting Coordinate and oversee on behalf of client, all tenant and building construction work to ensure timely and accurate completion of all construction work at property Participate in leasing and client team meetings and ensure effective communication between leasing and property management team members in order to achieve client’s goals and objectives Provide and foster positive relationships with tenants, external clients, and internal clients

KEY COMPETENCIES

• 1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
• 2. Problem Solving/Analysis
• 3. Leadership Skills
• 4. Teamwork Orientation
• 5. Time Management Skills6. Customer/Client Focus (internal and external)
• 6. Financial Acumen

IMPORTANT EDUCATION

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred.

IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE

3+ years of real estate property management or related experience

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

• CPM, RPA, or CSM designation or in process
• Possess real estate license
• Strong knowledge of finance and building operations
• Ability to analyze, prioritize, and delegate
• Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors
• Previous experience in analyzing and negotiating commercial lease and/or contract language
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDST he physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time. They must be able to ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery.Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 97,750.00 - $115,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail].

INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”

About Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award‑winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com