Vice President of Property Operations- 2921
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Location: Portland, OR 97229
Description:
Guardian has an opportunity for a Full-Time VP of Property Operations to join our team at the Corporate Office, Portland Oregon
Position Summary
The Vice President of Property Operations will lead and direct the property management organization. They will mentor an industry leading team to meet the goals of ongoing excellence in property management. Through Regional Portfolio Managers, VP will ensure robust training and appropriate functions are in place at all properties as well as ensure work is carried out in accordance to company standards, local, state and federal laws.
Compensation: $Depending on Experience+ benefits!
Benefits: Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Employer-matched 401-K, 10 days of Vacation Time per year, 1 hour of Sick Time for every 30 hours worked, 7 Paid Holidays + 1 Birthday Holiday, Employee Assistance Program.
Guardian provides a culture in which employees are encouraged to learn new skills and develop their existing strengths. Upward mobility is a reality here! We provide ample training and opportunity for anyone who desires to take their career to the next level! Interested in growing along with one of the leading property management companies in the Northwest? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Qualification Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative, but not exclusive of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:
Essential Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.
Guardian - Company Description
Guardian is a developer, owner, and operator of multifamily properties, providing innovative real estate solutions dedicated to community and housing for all. Based in the Pacific Northwest, our customer-focused team is committed to supporting and lifting the communities we serve. Since 2002, Guardian has developed or acquired 11,000 multifamily units and 350,000 square feet of commercial space. With more than 400 team members, our management portfolio consists of 125 communities across four states.
The Guardian Experience - Our People
Property Management is our strength. People have always been our passion. We are proud to have been recognized through employee surveys as a Top Workplace employer in 2022 and 2023. Our team is, and has always been, actively engaged in superior real estate management and enhancing the communities in which we live and work. The company is also an active contributor to a variety of housing and education causes, and in 2023, Guardian was named the Top Philanthropic organization for medium-size companies in its headquarters region. In this economy, companies come and go. As a third-generation, family owned firm, Guardian's growth and stability has evolved the company into a leading Pacific Northwest real estate management and investment firm.
Guardian Offers
In addition to competitive salaries, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Holidays, we offer a culture in which individuals work and participate in collaborative team environments and are encouraged to continue to grow both professionally and personally.
AAP/EEO Statement
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866)632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or by fax at (202) 690-7442.
Position Summary
The Vice President of Property Operations will lead and direct the property management organization. They will mentor an industry leading team to meet the goals of ongoing excellence in property management. Through Regional Portfolio Managers, VP will ensure robust training and appropriate functions are in place at all properties as well as ensure work is carried out in accordance to company standards, local, state and federal laws.
Compensation: $Depending on Experience+ benefits!
Benefits: Medical/Vision/Prescription Insurance, Dental Insurance, Medical/Dependent Care FSA, Life/AD&D Insurance, Employer-matched 401-K, 10 days of Vacation Time per year, 1 hour of Sick Time for every 30 hours worked, 7 Paid Holidays + 1 Birthday Holiday, Employee Assistance Program.
Guardian provides a culture in which employees are encouraged to learn new skills and develop their existing strengths. Upward mobility is a reality here! We provide ample training and opportunity for anyone who desires to take their career to the next level! Interested in growing along with one of the leading property management companies in the Northwest? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Qualification Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative, but not exclusive of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required:
- Minimum of ten years of progressive experience in portfolio management of multifamily properties, with a minimum of five years in a leadership/management role supervising regional Portfolio Managers
- An undergraduate degree is required, MBA preferred.
- CPM or candidate-status preferred. Oregon and Washington real estate licensed preferred.
- Principal broker licenses required within 6 months of hire.
- Must be an experienced manager/leader.
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of individuals
- Must possess an extensive working knowledge of all aspects of multifamily property management operations
- Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office
- Prior experience in Yardi preferred
- Knowledge of construction contracts preferred.
- Knowledge of UPS/REAC requirements is preferred
Essential Functions:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Serve as a leader and creative thinker for the value creation and capital improvement projects that will enable outperformance of individual properties and the overall portfolio.
- Continually monitor property operating and financial performance through the year. On an ongoing basis, develop and implement adjustments to strategic and operating plans, as appropriate. In coordination with Regional Portfolio Managers, monitor on-site staff and activities to ensure that (1) the operating plan is being carried out and (2) the company's objectives are being satisfied with regard to property maintenance, tenant service, supplier/contractor relations, competitive pricing of goods and services, staff development, and other property management disciplines.
- Review individual property position and performance compared to competitors. Manage and analyze effective rental structure at all assets (price the rents and concessions at each property on a weekly basis).
- Ensure the continued growth and success of Guardian's 3rd party management business. Evaluate all properties currently under 3rd party management contracts to ensure that they can be managed competitively, economically. Continue to expand the 3rd party property management if it meets goals of profitability and service provision.
- Develop a strong understanding of the real estate markets and communities in which portfolio assets are located, including trends (both real estate and general economic), activities, developments, significant transactions and major players.
- Utilize a hands-on management and leadership style to mentor members of the property management team. Make continual adjustments to maintain a fresh approach at each property with the goal of continually optimizing performance and long-term value of each asset.
- Lead Guardian's Management Services group within the dynamic context of a company that has long-term stabilized assets, value-add assets, new development, and 3rd party fee managed properties. Always seek ways for optimizing value during the hold period of properties in the property portfolio and lead the property management team through the dynamics of the acquisition and disposition cycle inherent in Guardian's investment model.
- Implement/improve policies and procedures, metrics, systems, best practices, management structures, management reporting systems, use of information technology, and effective training to create a strong and consistent operating discipline for the company. Attend NMHC and other trade conferences and communicate with peers in the business to ensure that Guardian is applying industry best practices throughout its property management function.
- Support development and acquisitions personnel on revenue and operational costs associated with new development or acquisition properties. Support the development of annual property operating and capital allocation budgets for new transactions.
- Work collaboratively with the COO, President, and other operational departments including, Accounting, Human Resources, Compliance and Asset Management to coordinate operational activities related to portfolio properties and other corporate and operational initiatives.
- Communicate with joint venture capital partners and clients regarding property and market issues, events and opportunities on an as needed basis. This person is expected to be a leader within the company both on issues relating to the property management discipline as well as general areas outside of this person's direct responsibility.
- Work closely with the President and other senior executives on the overall leadership and management of Guardian, and provide the operational perspective on property, portfolio, and corporate performance. Work closely with the executive team to provide additional perspective, as well as strategic and tactical advice throughout the Company.
- Represent Guardian as an industry leader and active participant in the community at appropriate regional and national industry events and associations as a recognized expert in the field.
- Eventually function as the company's Designated Broker representative either in a primary or back-up role.
- Represent Guardian externally both in the communities which it serves as well as in the industry.
Guardian - Company Description
Guardian is a developer, owner, and operator of multifamily properties, providing innovative real estate solutions dedicated to community and housing for all. Based in the Pacific Northwest, our customer-focused team is committed to supporting and lifting the communities we serve. Since 2002, Guardian has developed or acquired 11,000 multifamily units and 350,000 square feet of commercial space. With more than 400 team members, our management portfolio consists of 125 communities across four states.
The Guardian Experience - Our People
Property Management is our strength. People have always been our passion. We are proud to have been recognized through employee surveys as a Top Workplace employer in 2022 and 2023. Our team is, and has always been, actively engaged in superior real estate management and enhancing the communities in which we live and work. The company is also an active contributor to a variety of housing and education causes, and in 2023, Guardian was named the Top Philanthropic organization for medium-size companies in its headquarters region. In this economy, companies come and go. As a third-generation, family owned firm, Guardian's growth and stability has evolved the company into a leading Pacific Northwest real estate management and investment firm.
Guardian Offers
In addition to competitive salaries, 401(k), Vacation, Sick Time, and paid Holidays, we offer a culture in which individuals work and participate in collaborative team environments and are encouraged to continue to grow both professionally and personally.
AAP/EEO Statement
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at http://www.ascr.usda.gov/complaint_filing_cust.html, or at any USDA office, or call (866)632-9992 to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410, or by fax at (202) 690-7442.