Lease Up Property Manager
Fortis Property Management•Leland, NC
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About The Position
The Lease-Up Property Manager is responsible for the successful launch, stabilization, and ongoing management of a newly constructed or renovated property. This role focuses on driving leasing velocity, building strong on-site teams, implementing operational systems, and delivering exceptional resident experiences while ensuring compliance with company policies and applicable regulations.
Requirements
- 3+ years of multifamily property management experience
- Prior lease-up experience strongly preferred
- Strong financial and leadership skills
- Proficiency with property management software (Yardi, RealPage, MRI, AppFolio)
Nice To Haves
- CAM, CPM, or ARM designation
- Experience with new construction or large-scale lease-ups
Responsibilities
- Lead all aspects of the lease-up process from pre-opening through stabilization
- Develop and execute leasing, marketing, and pricing strategies to meet absorption goals
- Collaborate with marketing, construction, and ownership teams during pre-lease and opening phases
- Ensure readiness for opening, including unit inspections, model setup, and operational systems
- Prepare and manage property budgets, forecasts, and variance reports
- Monitor rent collections, delinquency, and expense controls
- Approve invoices, manage vendor contracts, and oversee capital and operating expenditures
- Achieve NOI and occupancy targets set by ownership
- Recruit, train, and supervise on-site staff
- Establish performance expectations and conduct regular coaching and evaluations
- Foster a culture of accountability, customer service, and teamwork
- Oversee leasing activities including tours, applications, approvals, and move-ins
- Ensure compliance with Fair Housing and company leasing policies
- Handle resident concerns and conflict resolution professionally
- Ensure compliance with Fair Housing, OSHA, local housing laws, and company policies
- Maintain accurate records, reports, and leasing documentation
- Conduct regular property inspections and ensure safety standards are met
Benefits
- Competitive salary with lease-up bonus potential
- Health, dental, vision, and 401(k)
- Paid time off and holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
