Regional Manager - GA NW

Fairway Management, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairway Management, Inc. seeks a Regional Manager to oversee a portfolio of affordable housing communities across Greater Atlanta and GA North Western regions. You will ensure operational and financial success, with LIHTC, HOME, and Section 8 compliance driving performance.

The role requires managing multiple properties, leading on-site teams, and traveling a minimum of four days per week within the region to conduct audits, reviews, and support site operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of management experience in multifamily housing or related fields.
• Expert knowledge of LIHTC, HOME and Section 8 compliance.
• Ability to lead and mentor a team across multiple properties.
• Strong budgeting, financial reporting and forecasting skills.
• Proficiency with property management software (Onesite/Real Page preferred).

Responsibilities

• Implement and maintain strategies to achieve revenue goals across properties.
• Travel region minimum of 4 days per week to sites and audits.
• Hire, train and supervise property managers and maintenance staff.
• Perform annual performance appraisals for on-site teams.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing laws and company policies.
• Oversee leasing, marketing, budgets, and financial reports.
• Collaborate with corporate teams on strategic initiatives.

Skills

LIHTC knowledge

HOME compliance

Section 8 compliance

Budget planning

Leadership

Communication skills

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Multi-property management

Tools

Onesite

Real Page

Job description

Location

Greater Atlanta and GA North Western quarter of the state

Schedule

Full Time with Travel, generally 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Regional Manager to oversee a portfolio of affordable housing apartment complexes. The ideal candidate must have expertise with LIHTC (low‑income housing tax credit) and Section 8. As they will be responsible for ensuring the operational and financial success of multiple properties at a regional level. In addition to having LIHTC experience, candidates must have experience managing multiple properties and be willing to spend a minimum of 4 days of the week traveling within your region.

Essential Functions

• Implement and maintain property management strategies to achieve revenue goals
• Keep FWM senior management apprised of all key property, personnel and resident issues
• Travel to sites within region minimum of 4 days a week
• Hire, train and supervise property managers and property maintenance and housekeeping staff for the properties in your portfolio.
• Perform all performance appraisals for property management personnel in your portfolio.
• Assist Property Managers in correct filing of paperwork and meeting all Compliance deadlines
• Conduct Quarterly Site Visits in order to conduct audits, inspections, and support on‑site teams.
• Oversee finances and compliance, managing projects, and ensures goals are met
• Oversee leasing and marketing efforts to maximize occupancy rates
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing regulations, laws, and company policies
• Provide leadership and guidance to on‑site property managers and staff
• Conduct regular property inspections to assess maintenance needs and curb appeal
• Manage budgets, financial reports, and forecasting for each property
• Handle escalated tenant issues with professionalism and efficiency
• Collaborate with corporate teams on strategic initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of management experience within industry
• Must have expert level knowledge of LIHTC, HOME, and Section 8 compliance
• Must be skilled in budget planning with a large portfolio and proven ability to lead and mentor team members.
• Strong communication, financial, leadership and negotiation skills required
• In‑depth knowledge of property management practices within multi‑family including proficiency in property management software. Onesite or Real Page is preferable.
• Ability to effectively manage conflicts and resolve issues in a timely manner
• Experience in file management, facilities management, and overseeing property operations

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Employment is at‑will, as allowed by state law. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third‑party recruiters without prior approval from Human Resources. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.