Property Manager
Support Staff
Lakewood , New Jersey

Overview

The Axel Group is seeking a Property Manager for our client’s team. This is an on-site opportunity overseeing an upscale Class A residential community with approximately 240 units. The Property Manager will be responsible for all aspects of daily property operations, resident relations, financial performance, and staff management. This individual will lead a team of approximately 6–7 employees, including maintenance staff, while ensuring the property maintains the high standards and level of service expected of a luxury residential community.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all day-to-day operations of a 240-unit luxury Class A residential building

  • Manage, lead, and develop a team of approximately 6–7 employees, including maintenance personnel and administrative/leasing staff

  • Ensure an exceptional resident experience through a high-touch service approach and prompt resolution of resident concerns and escalations

  • Oversee leasing operations, occupancy levels, lease renewals, resident retention, and overall property performance

  • Maintain high standards for curb appeal, cleanliness, and presentation of common areas, amenities, and individual units

  • Supervise maintenance operations, including work orders, preventative maintenance, property inspections, and unit turnovers

  • Manage vendor relationships, including landscaping, janitorial, security, elevator, pool, HVAC, and other outside service providers

  • Obtain vendor bids and quotes, negotiate contracts, and monitor performance to ensure quality and cost-effective services

  • Conduct routine property inspections and ensure maintenance issues and corrective actions are addressed in a timely manner

  • Oversee property financials, including operating budgets, expense controls, rent collections, accounts payable, and financial reporting

  • Monitor property performance and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and profitability

  • Coordinate capital improvement projects, building upgrades, and ongoing property maintenance initiatives

  • Ensure compliance with applicable local, state, and federal housing regulations, safety requirements, and company policies

  • Prepare regular operational and financial reporting for ownership and senior leadership

  • Conduct team meetings, establish performance expectations, and maintain accountability across all departments

Requirements

  • 2+ years of property management experience within a multifamily residential environment (required)

  • Prior experience working in a Class A or luxury residential building (strongly preferred)

  • Experience overseeing a multifamily property with approximately 200+ units (preferred)

  • Previous experience managing a team, including maintenance personnel

  • Strong understanding of multifamily property operations, leasing, resident relations, and maintenance coordination

  • Experience with budgeting, financial reporting, expense management, and vendor negotiations

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, service-driven environment

  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

  • Professional communication skills and the ability to handle resident escalations effectively

  • Hands-on management approach with the ability to oversee both daily operations and long-term property performance