Property Manager, Student New Development

Coastal Ridge Real Estate; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Coastal Ridge Real Estate seeks a Property Manager, Student New Development in Columbus, OH, to lead operations from construction to stabilization. You’ll drive leasing and marketing initiatives, manage budgeting and NOI, and ensure compliant rent collection while guiding a growing onsite team.

This role focuses on launching a new student community near The Ohio State University, overseeing day-to-day operations, staff development, and resident satisfaction in a fully on-site setting.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of progressive multifamily property management experience.
• Experience with new construction lease-up properties is required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations at newly developed properties from construction to occupancy readiness.
• Develop onsite systems and processes to support daily operations and achieve targets.
• Recruit, train, and mentor onsite team for post-stabilization success and occupancy goals.
• Drive leasing production through administration, marketing, and market knowledge to meet occupancy targets.
• Monitor financial performance and manage NOI through cost control and revenue strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Team mentorship

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in Property Management or related field (preferred)

Tools

Entrata

OneSite

YieldStar

Job description

Position:Property Manager, Student New Development

Location: 1497 N High St

Columbus, OH

Remote Status: On-Site

Job Id:6715

# of Openings:1

What You’ll Do:

As a Property Manager, Student New Development you will lead the overall lease-up operations of your community, ensuring exceptional service delivery to residents and achieving the property’s financial goals. You will play a pivotal role in launching a new community and building the foundation for long-term success. From overseeing initial operations to recruiting and training the onsite team, you’ll ensure the seamless transition of the property from construction to stabilization. You will foster a positive and collaborative work environment, provide guidance to your team, and champion our core principles to create a thriving community. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Regional Manager.

Where You’ll Work:

INTRO Columbus brings a completely different approach to student living near The Ohio State University. Choose from thoughtfully designed studio, 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, and 6-bedroom apartments and townhomes featuring exposed 10-foot mass timber ceilings, oversized windows, and biophilic interiors intentionally designed to feel calmer, brighter, and more open. Fully furnished layouts, custom closets, stainless steel appliances, gigabit internet, and in-unit laundry create a student living experience rooted in comfort, wellness, and intentional design.

What You’ll Own:

• Oversee and begin all aspects of operations at newly developed properties, ensuring smooth transitions from construction phases to occupancy readiness.
• Develop and implement onsite organizational systems to support daily operations, ensuring operational excellence from day one.
• Recruit, train, and mentor new team members to effectively manage the site post-stabilization while maintaining occupancy and performance targets.
• Create and execute marketing strategies to establish the community’s presence in new markets and attract prospective residents unfamiliar with the company.
• Drive leasing production by overseeing and participating in all aspects of the leasing process, including administration, marketing initiatives, and maintaining competitive market knowledge to achieve occupancy goals.
• Monitor and manage financial performance by achieving monthly, quarterly, and annual targets, optimizing net operating income through cost management and revenue growth strategies.
• Ensure compliance with rent collection policies, landlord/resident laws, and eviction procedures, while delivering exceptional customer service to residents.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment by training and holding the team accountable for their responsibilities, providing mentorship, and promoting collaboration.
• Deliver superior service to residents by monitoring service request completion, maintaining aesthetic standards, and proactively addressing resident concerns to enhance retention.
• Manage operational reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and timely submission of all regular and ad-hoc reports.
• Identify and communicate both operational and financial risks to corporate management and collaborate to effectively establish corrective action plans, as needed.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the corporate office and property and interact with investors as necessary.
• Promote and model adaptability, encouraging innovation and solutions-oriented thinking to meet the evolving needs of the community.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

What You’ll Bring:

• High school degree or equivalent required, bachelor’s degree in Property Management, Business or related field preferred.
• Must have or be willing to obtain all licenses and/or certifications as required by State and Local jurisdictions.
• 3 – 7 years of progressive experience in a multifamily property management role, with at least one year as a Property Manager preferred.
• Previous experience with new construction lease-up properties required.
• Experience with property management systems such as Entrata, Onesite, or Yieldstar preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including experience creating formulas, sorting, and filtering data.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills with a passion for driving team success.

Our Company:

Built on the foundation of over 20 years of friendships, Coastal Ridge is a vertically integrated multifamily real estate operator, investor, and developer whose unique approach successfully combines data and experience. Supported by over 800 real estate professionals with deep sector expertise, we have quickly grown into a leader in the multifamily industry. Our values are based on relationships and driven by honesty, integrity, and trust.

What You’ll Get:

As a Coastal Ridge Real Estate associate, you’ll be eligible to participate in a variety of benefit programs designed to fit you and your lifestyle. We are committed to providing competitive and comprehensive benefits that align with our culture and the needs of our associates.