Senior Property Manager

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a commercial real estate investment and development firm to identify a Senior Property Manager. This leadership role offers a unique opportunity to oversee a diverse portfolio of office, retail, flex, and industrial assets while operating with a high level of autonomy. The Senior Property Manager will play a critical role in driving financial performance, operational excellence, and tenant satisfaction, while supporting long-term asset value and portfolio growth.

Lead the development and management of annual operating and capital budgets, ensuring alignment with ownership objectives.
Oversee financial performance, including variance analysis, rent collections, payables approvals, and real estate tax appeals.
Serve as the primary point of contact for tenants and ownership, maintaining strong relationships and high service standards.
Manage building operations, preventative maintenance programs, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance.
Lead capital improvement projects, risk management initiatives, and safety programs across the portfolio.
Supervise and mentor Assistant Property Managers and property operations staff while partnering cross-functionally with asset management, leasing, construction, and legal teams.

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent professional experience.
10+ years of commercial property management experience with a strong performance track record.
CPM, CFM, or RPA designation preferred.
Experience with property management platforms such as MRI, Yardi, Nexus, or Avid.
Strong leadership, communication, and financial management skills.

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