Regional Retail Property Manager

DLC Management Corp.•Columbus, OH

12d•$90,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Regional Property Manager manages and oversees day-to-day operations for a regional portfolio of open-air retail shopping center properties, ensuring operations meet DLC brand standards and comply with Property Management Agreements. The role includes vendor and budget management, capital project oversight, property inspections, support for leasing and tenant construction activities, reporting, and coordination with internal teams. The position may also include managing and mentoring Assistant Property Managers. Candidates are being hired in Dallas, TX; Houston, TX; Charlotte, NC; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Columbus, OH; Las Vegas, NV; and Elmsford, NY. The role follows a hybrid work model and requires travel as needed. DLC describes itself as a leading owner and operator of open-air retail shopping centers, founded in 1991. It offers industry-leading training and career development. The expected salary range is $90,000 to $120,000, with actual compensation determined by factors including the position’s scope and responsibilities, experience, education and training, skills, internal equity, and market and business considerations.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or higher; a minimum of an Associate’s degree is required.
5–10 years of experience managing open-air retail shopping centers.
Strong knowledge of building systems and materials, and facilities maintenance protocols.
Strong analytical skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
Ability to travel as required.
Effective verbal and written communication, with assertiveness, humility, and respect.
Ability to make decisions confidently in high-pressure situations and grasp broader needs quickly.
Accountability, flexibility, a collaborative approach, and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

Identify property operational and maintenance requirements and implement recurring services or ad hoc projects to maintain DLC brand standards.
Assemble qualified local, regional, and national service vendors; competitively bid and negotiate contracts to obtain strong service levels and pricing.
Develop operating and capital expense budgets aligned with property business plans and department KPI initiatives.
Manage property operations in accordance with approved annual budgets and Property Management Agreements.
Oversee capital expenditure projects, including soliciting bids, negotiating and preparing contracts, coordinating on-site work, and overseeing project finances.
Ensure compliance with all terms of Property Management Agreements.
Conduct site inspections to monitor vendor execution, tenant activity, and maintenance needs; complete monthly inspections for Senior Management review.
Monitor and support leasing efforts, including facilitating site tours, providing cost estimates, and executing landlord work projects.
Collaborate with the Tenant Coordinator to facilitate and monitor tenant permitting, construction, and opening activities.
Assist with routine reporting requests from Asset Management and Accounting for financial and operational reporting packages for Joint Venture Partners and Lenders.
Coordinate with internal departments to support cross-department workflows.
Manage and mentor Assistant Property Managers, where applicable.