Property Manager - Scattered Sites

Peak Properties LLC • Chicago, IL

5d • $55,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Property Manager - Scattered Sites reports to the Regional Property Manager and is responsible for preserving and increasing the value of a real estate investment. The role manages day-to-day operations across multiple buildings or portfolios and takes action to meet the owner’s goals and objectives. Responsibilities include monitoring agreements, reporting financials, and ensuring properties are in good working order.

The Property Manager handles tenant and owner relations, facilities management, financial reporting, and staff management. The role also supports compliance with company policies and applicable regulations, participates in company meetings and knowledge-sharing, and performs other duties as assigned. The position covers properties within the Chicagoland area and requires availability to handle requests outside normal business hours, including weekends.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, real estate, or construction management, or vocational real estate training preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in property management.
• Interest in learning applicable local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
• Basic understanding of contracts.
• Strong interpersonal and business communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and a motivated self-starter.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Strong organization and follow-up skills.
• Ability to handle a large volume of emails and phone calls.
• Ability to think like a building owner.
• Ability to manage and resolve conflict.
• Advanced knowledge of building maintenance and digital systems.
• Competence with or desire to learn Yardi and Excel.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Knowledge and understanding of building financial reporting.
• Availability to handle requests outside normal business hours, including weekends.
• Ability to travel between properties within the Chicagoland area.
• Ability to operate a computer and office productivity equipment, including a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.
• Ability to move through difficult conditions and different areas of properties, and to stand, sit, and walk up and down stairs.
• Ability to use a key cutting machine.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, real estate, or construction management, or vocational real estate training.

Responsibilities

• Enforce rental agreement terms, resolve tenant complaints, and oversee eviction proceedings when needed.
• Coordinate tenant move-ins, move-outs, and occasional resident renewals.
• Oversee rental collections for residential and, where applicable, commercial tenants.
• Provide timely and attentive service to residents and communicate with them to address their needs.
• Inspect properties regularly to ensure they are in good working order, common areas are clean and maintained, and buildings meet requirements.
• Coordinate maintenance scheduling, resolve maintenance issues promptly, and determine when outside assistance is needed.
• Coordinate with contractors to assess problems and complete repairs.
• Negotiate vendor contracts and oversee capital repair projects.
• Maintain open communication with owners about resident relations and building concerns.
• Review financial statements prepared by bookkeepers and maintain property-owner financial records.
• Ensure property taxes are filed properly and coordinate property tax protests.
• Approve, dispute, or adjust invoices and payments.
• Assist with building appraisals.
• Build strong relationships with property owners and maintain dialogue about vacancies, tenants, property condition, resident matters, and financial issues.
• Manage, train, and counsel staff.
• Network with leasing agents and coordinators to improve competency and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with Peak Properties policies and federal and local regulations.
• Attend Peak meetings and connect with employees to share best practices.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
• Handle requests outside normal business hours and access email and calls on weekends to resolve issues as needed.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical (BCBS), dental, and vision insurance.
• Eligibility to participate in a 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off including vacation and sick days.
• 15 company-paid holidays and the employee’s birthday off.
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture committed to innovation and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level