Regional Property Manager: Leadership, Growth & Budgets

Habitat; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Habitat is seeking a Regional Manager to supervise Community Managers across assigned communities, driving financial performance, revenue growth, and expense control in line with company best practices.

You will oversee budgets, marketing plans, leasing trends, vendor negotiations, compliance with housing laws, and coordinate cross-site initiatives while traveling among communities within the region.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Property Management.
• Certified Property Manager or equivalent designation required.
• Third party management experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with financial management, reporting, and operations.
• Leads ability with sales and marketing proficiency.
• Willingness to travel between communities within region and out of state.
• Leasing license or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Yardi a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Community Managers and enforce company policies to improve financial performance.
• Review and approve annual budgets and anticipate variances.
• Develop and implement marketing plans targeting residents.
• Monitor occupancy, traffic, and leasing trends across communities.
• Communicate with Senior Management and provide operational updates.
• Oversee vendor invoices and contracts, including bulk purchases.
• Ensure compliance with Fair Housing and building codes.
• Conduct onsite inspections and oversee maintenance and cleaning.
• Maintain budgets and ensure capital improvements are on schedule.
• Establish community relations programs beneficial to properties.
• Provide evaluations of Community Managers and salary recommendations.

Skills

Property Management

Leadership

Sales & Marketing

Budgeting & Financial Management

Vendor & Contract Negotiation

Communication

Team Collaboration

Travel Availability

Education

Certified Property Manager (CPM) or equivalent designation

Tools

Yardi

Microsoft Office

Job description

Habitat is seeking a Regional Manager to supervise Community Managers across assigned communities, driving financial performance, revenue growth, and expense control in line with company best practices.

You will oversee budgets, marketing plans, leasing trends, vendor negotiations, compliance with housing laws, and coordinate cross-site initiatives while traveling among communities within the region.