Property Manager - Eastaway Property Mgmt LLC

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Eastaway Property Management LLC is a leading affordable housing property management company dedicated to providing high-quality housing and resident services to low-income families and individuals. We are seeking a Property Manager to oversee a property and supervise property staff in the Watertown, Massachusetts area.

The Property Manager will be responsible for developing asset budgeting, preparing and administering operations manuals, quality control, and resident communications activities.

The Property Manager typical responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Provide leadership to on-site property management team, ensuring efficient daily operations and resident satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing affordable housing properties.
• Develop and implement annual operating budgets and monitor performance metrics to achieve financial goals.
• Ensure timely repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Conduct regular property inspections and identify areas for improvement in maintenance, security, and resident services.
• Oversee the leasing process and lead on-site marketing of vacant units, screening tenants, and managing lease agreements.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with residents and local champions, supporting the Property Management team’s communications and fostering a sense of community.
• Prepare comprehensive reports on property performance and submit them to senior management.
• Implement Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") rules and regulations.
• Implement laws and standards that apply to property management, such as Fair Housing Laws, Landlord-Tenant Laws, and local and state building codes.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Property Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in property management, with a proven track record in affordable housing.
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong understanding of affordable housing laws and regulations including but not limited to Section 8 and LIHTC.
• Low-Income Housing Tax Credit experience.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills.
• Proficient in property management software and MS Office Suite.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks for self and direct reports.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.    

For Watertown, MA this ranges from $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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