VP of Property Management
About the job
- A bachelor's degree is required.
- Ten or more years of property operations experience working with open-air retail shopping centers is required.
- Deep knowledge of building systems and components, facilities maintenance protocols, labor and material pricing, and industry standards is required.
- Established relationships with major regional and national vendors, as well as the landlord and tenant peer group, are required.
- Experience navigating municipal code requirements and approvals is required.
- Ability to travel regularly is required.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to report financial and project information clearly to executive leadership and investment partners are required.
- Strong negotiation skills are required.
- Manage and develop Property Management staff with varying levels of experience and skill sets to ensure appropriate resource allocation and efficient execution of the company's property management activities.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with tenants, vendors, investment partners, and internal senior leadership.
- Review and approve material service and construction contracts proposed by Property Managers, including oversight of scope, schedule, and budget.
- Review and approve annual operating and capital expense budgets.
- Monitor key operational and financial performance metrics for Regional Property Managers to ensure efficient property and financial operations.
- Manage strategic regional and national vendor relationships.
- Enforce all Property Management and company policies.
- Champion corporate and cross-departmental initiatives.
- Work with the SVP to develop departmental policies and procedures to maximize performance and productivity.
- Lead due diligence efforts for capital markets transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, and refinances, in collaboration with the SVP and Regional Property Manager.
- Continuously evaluate portfolio and team operations for opportunities to introduce operating or financial efficiencies.
- A specialized professional certification, such as CPM or CCIM, is preferred.
- A proactive problem-solving approach and a desire to identify inefficiencies and improve operations are preferred.
About the company
DLC Management is a real estate services firm that improves retail places through a team-based, full-service approach. It covers acquisitions, new developments, redevelopments, leasing, third‑party services, and property management, operating as one coordinated team across regions in New York, Georgia, Illinois, Texas, and Washington DC. Their product is a suite of retail real estate capabilities that work together to plan, execute, lease, manage, and optimize shopping center and retail properties for stakeholders. What sets DLC apart is its integrated, “SUCCESS” mindset—collaborative, cross-disciplinary execution across the full lifecycle of a project—and its regional footprint, which allows closer oversight and local market knowledge. The company’s goal is to make retail places better by delivering value, efficiency, and effective property outcomes for investors, tenants, and communities.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Town of Greenburgh, New York
Founded
1991
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- June 2026 Perimeter Woods closed for $36.6 million, expanding DLC’s Charlotte footprint.
- August 2026 Royal Plaza added 159,456 square feet at 92% occupancy.
- DLC appointed Basil Donnelly chief financial and legal officer on June 29, 2026.
What critics are saying
- Perimeter Woods sits across from Northlake Mall, which entered receivership in 2021.
- Royal Plaza occupancy fell from 97% to 92% before DLC’s August 2026 purchase.
- DLC’s rapid 2025-2026 acquisition spree demands flawless integration across 90-plus properties.
What makes DLC Management unique
- DLC pairs owner-operator leasing with Renovo Construction and NWS Architects across renovations.
- DRA Advisors and Cohen & Steers repeatedly fund DLC’s portfolio expansion, including 2025-2026 deals.
- DLC targets grocery-anchored, necessity-based centers in growth corridors, like Perimeter Woods and Royal Plaza.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Hybrid Work Options
- Training Programs
- Mentorship Program