Property Manager

Job description

Job Purpose

To manage and supervise the execution of activities associated with upkeep, maintenance, security, safety and efficiency in the management of company property and general resource; planning, budgeting, monitoring and evaluation of the Company’s policies, programmes and projects; manage the land development, refurbishment, expansion and other projects of the company in line with company and statutory regulations; and ensure profitability of the company in order to facilitate their effective implementation.

Responsibilities

Provide input in the development, implementation and review of property standard operating policies and procedures in order to manage the properties efficiently and cost effectively.
Contribute effectively to the development of marketing of PEL properties in order to effectively attract potential tenants to lease the current and future vacant spaces at all PEL properties.
Develop and implement effective property management plans in line with the company strategic goals in order to ensure that all facilities remain in excellent lettable condition at all times to ensure sustained flow of revenue.
Supervise effectively the modernisation, expansion and renovations of building projects in order to remain current, relevant and competitive on the real estate market.
Provide sustainable solutions to the efficient management of PEL properties (e.g., energy efficiency, water-efficiency, indoor environmental quality and waste output and disposal) in order to reduce properties’ operating expenses and preserve the value of assets.
Supervise all staff, handymen and vendors at PEL properties in order to meet the desired level of service.
Develop and supervise the routine and corrective maintenance plans in order to maintain value, increase reliability and reduce premature repair/obsolescence while preserving the property’s appearance and preserving and optimising the tenants’ environment.
Develop and implement effective leasing plans in order to manage the leasing to and occupancy of properties and as input to PEL’s broader marketing plan.
Ensure timely delivery of rental invoices and collection of all rentals due.
Timely follow-up of any outstanding rentals and effective implementation of any necessary interventions to recover overdue rentals in order to prevent losses.
Initiate communication to clients about their lease obligations and ensure compliance to the set out terms and condition of the leases.
Ensure security and safety measures, tools, policies and procedures are effectively in place, implemented and reviewed periodically at all PEL properties in order to reduce risk to clients and adhere to legal requirements.

Qualification

The prospective candidate for the position should possess the following:

Full Form V or Grade 12 certificate or equivalent (at least 4 credits or better)
Bachelor’s Degree in real estate management, business administration or a related field
Post-graduate qualification in a business-related field (added advantage)
Five (5) years post qualification experience with a recognised real estate/property management company, out of which two (2) years should have been at a senior management level with traceable referees

Skills

Communication and Inter-personal skills
Leadership and Management skills
Computer literate
Integrity and Loyal