Property Manager (CRE)

Cushman & Wakefield; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 74,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Property Manager (CRE) in Houston to manage a portfolio under client agreements. You will lead lease administration, oversee collections, ensure policy compliance and staff performance, and coordinate with owners and accounting.

The role requires 3+ years in real estate property management, a relevant license or CPM/RPA/CSM, and strong financial acumen. You will supervise construction projects and collaborate with leasing and client teams to achieve client goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred.
• 3+ years of real estate property management experience.
• CPM, RPA, or CSM designation or in process; real estate license.
• Strong knowledge of finance and building operations; ability to analyze and delegate.

Responsibilities

• Manage lease administration duties and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Monitor collections and coordinate default proceedings.
• Provide leadership to property staff, including hiring and performance management.
• Develop annual inspection processes and budgets; oversee CAM reconciliations.
• Bid, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts per requirements.
• Abstract leases in lease administration software; coordinate with owners and accounting.
• Oversee tenant improvements and construction work; ensure timely completion.
• Participate in leasing and client meetings to align team goals.
• Maintain strong relationships with tenants, 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

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job TitleProperty Manager (CRE)Job Description SummaryResponsible 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.Job DescriptionESSENTIAL 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 clientsKEY COMPETENCIES1. Communication Proficiency (oral and written)2. Problem Solving/Analysis3. Leadership Skills4. Teamwork Orientation5. Time Management Skills6. Customer/Client Focus (internal and external)7. Financial AcumenIMPORTANT EDUCATION• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferredIMPORTANT EXPERIENCE• 3+ years of real estate property management or related experienceADDITIONAL 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 SuiteWORK ENVIRONMENTThis 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 DEMANDSThe 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 travel from floor to floor, climb stairs, 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: $ 73,950.00 - $87,000.00Cushman & 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]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”