Assistant Property Manager

Simpson Properties Ltd•Alexandria, VA

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About The Position

Simpson Real Estate Services is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organized Assistant Property Manager for its commercial property management team. The role supports the day-to-day management of a portfolio of commercial office, retail, and industrial properties, working closely with Property Managers, senior leadership, tenants, vendors, and ownership representatives. It offers hands-on exposure to building operations, tenant relations, financial reporting, budgeting, lease administration, construction management, and leasing support, with opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Real Estate, Property Management, or a related field is preferred; equivalent combinations of education, commercial real estate experience, and demonstrated skills will also be considered.
Strong financial and analytical aptitude.
Ability to prepare, understand, and analyze variance reports and financial results.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to customer service.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and other Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Commercial property management experience.
Real Estate Salesperson License or coursework toward obtaining a license.
Experience with Yardi, Building Engines, Jenark, or similar property management software.
Experience working with office, retail, or industrial properties.

Responsibilities

Respond to tenant requests and ensure timely resolution of maintenance and operational issues.
Conduct regular property inspections to maintain building appearance, safety, and operational standards.
Coordinate tenant move-ins and move-outs, signage requests, insurance documentation, and tenant communications.
Assist with emergency preparedness planning and implementation of building procedures.
Coordinate with engineering, janitorial, security, and maintenance vendors to ensure quality service delivery.
Assist in preparing monthly financial reports and variance analysis for ownership.
Support annual budgeting and forecasting processes.
Review accounts payable invoices for accuracy and coding.
Work with accounting staff to support timely and accurate financial reporting.
Analyze financial performance and identify trends requiring management attention.
Assist with lease setup, amendments, renewals, and critical date tracking.
Maintain accurate tenant and lease information within management systems.
Support ownership reporting requirements and lender requests as needed.
Assist with vendor procurement, bidding, and contract administration.
Coordinate service contracts and monitor vendor performance.
Support capital improvement and tenant improvement projects.
Assist in tracking project schedules, budgets, and completion milestones.
Assist with marketing materials, property websites, brochures, and tenant communications.
Support leasing efforts by preparing spaces for property tours, conducting market research, and providing administrative coordination.
Maintain property information and marketing content for prospective tenants.