Strategic Property Manager: Lease & Operations Lead

Cushman & Wakefield; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Property Manager in Irvine, CA to manage a property (or portfolio) for a client, overseeing lease administration, budget development, and compliance with policies and regulations. This role emphasizes strong communication and client-focused service.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating with accounting, tenants, and vendors, and ensuring timely reporting to meet client objectives and maintain high property standards.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of real estate property management or related experience.
• 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.

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.

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

Cushman & Wakefield is seeking a Property Manager in Irvine, CA to manage a property (or portfolio) for a client, overseeing lease administration, budget development, and compliance with policies and regulations. This role emphasizes strong communication and client-focused service.

The position involves supervising staff, coordinating with accounting, tenants, and vendors, and ensuring timely reporting to meet client objectives and maintain high property standards.