Commercial Property Manager

Carvana•Tempe, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Carvana is seeking a Commercial Property Manager to join its Real Estate team at the corporate headquarters in Tempe, Arizona. The team supports a rapidly expanding portfolio of commercial properties for Carvana and ADESA, including industrial and retail facilities. The role combines day-to-day commercial lease administration and portfolio management with recurring legal-task support in close coordination with the Real Estate Legal team. The position is fully onsite Monday through Friday. The Commercial Property Manager will manage lease and property administration, support site move-in and move-out processes, oversee recurring property obligations, and prepare operational and financial reports. The role requires commercial real estate experience and the ability to interpret lease and purchase agreement language, identify obligations and risks, and coordinate with landlords, vendors, and internal teams. The successful candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, able to work autonomously with limited oversight, and comfortable managing multiple projects and shifting priorities. The position works cross-functionally with Legal, Accounting, Insurance, Facilities, and Construction, escalating matters when appropriate. AI tools are used to improve the speed and accuracy of lease review, drafting, and reporting. Carvana describes itself as a fast-growing automotive retailer with a collaborative, high-performance culture that encourages learning, creative problem-solving, and professional growth. The company offers medical, dental, and vision benefits; a 401(k) with company match; and additional perks and development opportunities. Hiring is contingent on a background check, and the role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

At least 8 years of experience in commercial property management or commercial lease administration, gained in an in-house/corporate real estate department or at a commercial property management or brokerage firm.
Strong comprehension of commercial lease and purchase agreement language, including the ability to interpret provisions and identify obligations, rights, and risks.
Direct experience with commercial lease administration concepts such as CAM reconciliation, estoppels, SNDAs, and certificates of insurance.
Ability to work independently with limited direction or supervision and make sound decisions.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, results-driven, team-oriented environment with multiple deadlines and changing priorities.
Critical-thinking skills and initiative to develop and improve team processes.
Ability to identify opportunities and provide solutions.
Ability to understand landlord and tenant responsibilities under commercial leases and enforce compliance.
Strong decision-making skills, including judgment about what to handle independently and what to collaborate on or escalate.
Risk-management and issue-spotting ability, including recognizing when to seek input from leadership, Legal, Accounting, or Insurance.
Strong team mentality and ability to work productively with people with varying personalities and experience levels.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, G-Suite applications, and AI resources, including Claude and Gemini.
Working knowledge of Property Works or similar commercial lease management software.
Familiarity and comfort with financial review and reporting.
Enthusiasm and energy to contribute in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where roles adapt as the company evolves.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Must pass a complete background check.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an accredited undergraduate institution is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform commercial lease abstraction and maintain accurate data for lease, license, and purchase agreements.
Audit lease information to ensure administrative deadlines are met and accurately reflected in internal and external reports.
Communicate with landlords, handle escalations, and hold landlords accountable to commercial lease terms.
Interpret commercial lease terms and explain landlord and tenant responsibilities to Facilities, Construction, and other teams.
Recognize matters that require escalation to the Senior Manager of Portfolio Management or Legal.
Serve as a resource for property and portfolio management matters, resolving issues independently as appropriate and building landlord relationships.
Support property move-in and move-out processes, critical-date management, and lease administration.
Take on tasks and projects as needed and prioritize them according to team and business objectives.
Coordinate with a third-party utility manager to transfer and establish utility services.
Track property taxes and coordinate with a third-party tax vendor to ensure timely payment.
Manage certificate of insurance collection and distribution and support quarterly reporting requirements.
Review tenant rent and common area maintenance charges for accuracy.
Support recurring rent and tax payments, insurance requirements, contractual obligations, and routine property management activities.
Prepare and deliver timely, accurate operational and financial reports to stakeholders.
Draft and review standard legal notices, landlord-tenant communications, and ancillary documents, and obtain approvals under the Senior Manager of Portfolio Management's supervision.
Support lease administration workflows, including estoppels, SNDAs, access requests, and other routine commercial lease matters.
Support management and reporting of critical dates and coordinate with landlords on potential buyouts, early terminations, and other lease-related negotiations.
Use AI tools to improve the speed and accuracy of lease review, document drafting, and reporting.
Manage lease setup tasks in the project management system.
Develop and maintain relationships with contractors, landlords, tenants, and other stakeholders.
Perform other duties as assigned.