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Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operational performance of the student housing portfolio managed by third party property management ensuring properties meet occupancy, revenue, and operational targets.
• Supervise and support the Portfolio Manager and Property Managers, providing guidance on leasing strategy, operations, budgeting, and property performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators including occupancy, pre-leasing velocity, rental rates, concessions, delinquency, operating expenses, and NOI.
• Review weekly operational reports and monthly financial statements to evaluate property performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Work closely with the accounting team to review budget vs. actual performance and implement strategies to improve financial results.
• Lead the development and oversight of annual operating budgets and forecasts for the property portfolio.
• Oversee leasing and marketing strategies across the portfolio to ensure properties remain competitive within their respective markets.
• Conduct regular site visits to properties to evaluate operational standards, leasing performance, maintenance quality, and resident experience.
• Develop and implement operational processes, procedures, and best practices across the portfolio to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Oversee staffing, hiring, onboarding, training, and development of property management teams.
• Provide leadership and performance management for onsite teams including Property Managers, Leasing Managers, and operational staff.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure quality performance and cost efficiency.
• Assist with operational onboarding and transition of newly acquired properties into the management platform.
• Prepare operational performance reports and portfolio updates for senior leadership.
• Monitor market conditions, competitive properties, and industry trends to inform operational and leasing strategies.
• Support cross-department collaboration with acquisitions, asset management, accounting, and investor relations teams.

Other: Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Finance, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in property management or real estate operations, with experience overseeing multiple properties or a portfolio.
• Strong understanding of multifamily and/or student housing operations, including leasing, budgeting, and property performance.
• Experience leading and developing property management teams.
• Proficiency in property management software such as Entrata, Excel, or similar systems.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel periodically to portfolio properties.
• English and Spanish preferred.

Benefits

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.