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Rose Associates

Develops and manages Northeast apartment communities

General Manager

Full-Time
$130k - $150k/yr+ Incentive pay
Expert
Bachelor's
New York, NY, USA
HybridMust travel between office locations and property sites regularly.
Real EstateReal Estate Property Management

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Marketing, Real Estate, or a related field is required.
  • At least 8 years of experience managing large residential properties of 500 or more units or residential portfolios is required.
  • Strong knowledge of building systems, operations, and New York City rental regulations is required, along with experience overseeing maintenance and capital projects.
  • Skill in budgeting and financial reporting, including applying generally accepted accounting principles in real estate operations, is required.
  • The role requires the ability to lead teams, delegate effectively, build trust, and develop staff.
  • The role requires building strong relationships with owners, residents, vendors, and teams through clear, empathetic, and consistent communication.
  • The role requires handling complex issues diplomatically and professionally, remaining calm under pressure, and adapting to changing situations.
  • The role requires prioritizing tasks, overcoming obstacles, and delivering outcomes on time.
  • Proficiency navigating computers and property management platforms such as Yardi and On-Site, as well as the Microsoft Office Suite, is required.
  • Willingness to travel regularly between office locations and property sites, physically navigate institutional properties, and attend meetings with site teams, residents, and ownership is required.
  • Work authorization is required.
  • The employee must be able to work in residential environments where domestic pets may be present, including occupied apartments and shared areas.
  • The employee must be able to move throughout buildings and ascend and descend stairs, and be comfortable with varying environmental conditions.
  • The employee must be able to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities as needed.
Responsibilities
  • Build strong client relationships through consistent communication and exceptional service.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for residents and address concerns promptly to enhance their living experience.
  • Lead day-to-day property operations in compliance with company policies, leases, and management agreements.
  • Oversee vendor relationships and service contracts, including bidding, negotiation, and performance management for building services.
  • Manage property maintenance and capital improvements, ensure timely repairs, and maintain preventive maintenance programs.
  • Conduct regular property inspections to maintain standards for building systems, common areas, and amenities.
  • Coordinate resident-related processes, including new leases, renewals, terminations, and subleases.
  • Respond to building emergencies 24/7, mobilize resources, and guide corrective actions.
  • Drive resident satisfaction by ensuring service requests are logged, resolved, and communicated effectively.
  • Collaborate with internal teams, including Human Resources, Accounting, Leasing, and Compliance, to achieve property and client goals.
  • Prepare and manage operating budgets, forecasts, and variance reports; track income and expenses and control costs.
  • Monitor and process vendor invoices, maintain accurate financial records, and resolve discrepancies.
  • Ensure properties comply with insurance requirements, safety standards, audits, and inspections, and take corrective action as needed.
  • Identify process improvements and lead the implementation of new policies and internal controls when needed.
  • Be present on-site and move throughout buildings to address community matters, including meeting with tenants, staff, vendors, and visitors.
  • Travel between the main office and site locations within the portfolio.
  • Perform duties in residential environments, including common areas, lobbies, building offices, amenity spaces, and occupied apartments where pets may be present; duties may include responding to resident requests and work orders, entering apartments, conducting inspections, managing building operations, coordinating staff, vendors, and contractors, and responding to emergencies.
Desired Qualifications
  • CPM or ARM certification is a plus.

About the company

Rose Associates develops, owns and manages apartment communities for residents and property investors across the northeastern United States. Its projects include converting the landmark office tower at 70 Pine Street in Manhattan into residential and mixed-use space. The firm combines acquisitions and construction with day-to-day building operations for its own properties and outside owners, spanning luxury, workforce and affordable housing. Its asset management business guides property investment decisions, with clients paying annual fees based on assets managed and performance incentives. Founded in 1925, Rose Associates is headquartered in New York City.

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What believers are saying

  • Interns get structured entry: Rose's eight-week summer program pairs participants with mentors and targets permanent hires.
  • Affordable-housing staff build credentials: Rose requires certification exams and annual specialist training for its tax-credit housing team.
  • Rising employees get outside development: Rose sends selected staff to the Real Estate Board of New York Fellows Program.

What critics are saying

  • Westchester managers need schedule flexibility: Rose's floater role requires weekend availability and after-hours emergency response.
  • Westchester management carries licensing requirements: Rose gives unlicensed hires 120 days to obtain a New York real-estate license.
  • Navy Green porter work is physical: Rose's Brooklyn posting requires lifting over 50 pounds and working in small spaces.

What makes Rose Associates unique

  • Rose keeps oversight centralized: the same executive team supervises company-owned properties and buildings managed for outside owners.
  • Rose has a specialist housing niche: its medical residential department works directly with hospitals, doctors and students.
  • Rose has certified supplier-diversity status: it operates as a Women's Business Enterprise.

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