$115k - $125k/yr+ Monthly bonus opportunity + 401(k) match
Junior
Bachelor's
Grand Rapids, MI, USA+1 moreMore locations: Kalamazoo, MI, USA
In PersonTravel throughout the Midwest portfolio 3–4 days per week to visit properties.
Real EstateReal Estate Property Management
About the job
Requirements
At least 1 year of Regional Manager experience in the multifamily or apartment industry, overseeing at least 1,000 units across five or more apartment communities.
Experience leading and developing teams of 20 or more employees.
Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and operational performance.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, or a related field is preferred.
Willingness and ability to travel as needed.
Responsibilities
Oversee the operations and performance of a property portfolio, including supervising on-site staff, managing collections, leasing, resident turnover, preventive and corrective maintenance programs, purchasing, approving payables, and monitoring overall property performance.
Oversee property financial performance, including operating expenses, rent collections, and budget adherence, while partnering with Community Managers to optimize operations.
Monitor property performance, including leasing activity, occupancy, and unit turnover.
Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, and accounts payable within established approval authority.
Guide Community Managers through capital projects and service contracts, assist with obtaining vendor bids, and approve expenditures within budget or secure additional approvals as needed.
Develop and maintain relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
Oversee renovation projects and capital improvement initiatives to ensure timely completion within budget.
Recruit, hire, develop, and, when necessary, terminate Community Managers in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Coach, train, and support Community Managers and on-site teams to drive operational excellence and professional growth.
Conduct regular property visits and inspections to evaluate operations, office procedures, file compliance, vacant unit readiness, curb appeal, safety, and maintenance needs.
Lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with property teams to forecast operating and capital expenditures.
Assist with preparing and submitting quarterly reserve replacement draws with lenders.
Prepare and review monthly investor reporting, including financial variance analyses, property performance updates, and key performance indicators.
Partner with the acquisitions team during due diligence by evaluating property operations and developing renovation and capital improvement budgets.
Travel throughout the Midwest portfolio 3–4 days per week to visit properties.
Desired Qualifications
CPM designation.
Real Estate Broker's License.
Come join the growing team at Bender Companies!
Bender Companies is an owner-operator specializing in the acquisition and management of value-addmultifamily properties. Since itsinceptionin 2011, Bender Companies hasestablisheda proventrack recordof high performing investments through strategic acquisitions, mitigating risk, and effective management. Today, Bender Companies owns andoperates29 propertiesand over 6,500 unitsthroughout the Midwest.
We are a high growth company that values integrity, initiative, and inclusion. If you are looking for a company where you can see your impact make a difference in the company, this may be the place for you.
What we are looking for:
Bender Companies is seeking an experienced Regional Manager to join our team.We'relooking for a collaborative, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing teams, building strong communities, and delivering exceptional property performance.
The ideal candidate brings a positive,solution-oriented mindset, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to operational excellence and outstanding resident service.
Compensation:
$115,000-$125,000/yr
Monthly bonus opportunity
Here are some things that will make you successful:
1+yearsof Regional Manager experience in the multifamily/apartment industry, overseeing at least 1,000 units across five or more apartment communities
Experience leading and developing teams of 20+ employees
Strong knowledge offinancial management, budgeting, and operational performance
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach toidentifyingand resolving issues
Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
A positive, collaborative attitude and commitment to providing quality workforce housing and outstanding resident experiences
Bachelor's degree in business administration,businessmanagement, or a related field (preferred)
CPM designation (preferred)
Real Estate Broker's License(preferred)
Willingness and ability to travel as needed
What you will be doing:
As a Regional Manager, you will oversee the operations and performance of a portfolio of properties, including supervising on-site staff, managing collections, leasing, resident turnover, preventive and corrective maintenance programs,purchasing, approving payables, andmonitoringoverall property performance.
You are a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is driven to find solutions to challenges. This role requires strong leadership, financial acumen, and operationalexpertiseto ensure propertiesoperateefficiently and meet performance goals.
Core responsibilities include:
Oversee property financial performance, including operating expenses, rent collections, and budget adherence, while partnering with Community Managers tooptimizeoperations
Monitor property performance, including leasing activity, occupancy, and unit turnover
Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, and accounts payable withinestablishedapproval authority
Guide Community Managers through capital projects and service contracts,assistwith obtaining vendor bids, and approve expenditures within budget or secureadditionalapprovals as needed
Develop andmaintainstrong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
Oversee renovation projects and capital improvement initiatives to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
Recruit, hire, develop, and, when necessary,terminateCommunity Managersin accordance withcompany policies and procedures
Coach, train, and support Community Managers and on-site teams to drive operational excellence and professional growth
Conduct regular property visits and inspections to evaluate operations, office procedures, file compliance, vacant unit readiness, curb appeal, safety, and maintenance needs
Lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with property teams to forecast operating and capital expenditures
Assistwith the preparation and submission of quarterly reserve replacement draws with lenders.
Prepare and review monthly investor reporting, including financial variance analyses, property performance updates, and key performance indicators
Partner with the acquisitions team during due diligence by evaluating property operations and developing renovation and capital improvement budgets
Where you will work:
This position requires travel throughout our Midwest portfolio 3–4 days per week to visit properties.
Why work for Bender Companies:
90% employer-paid coverage of base Medical Insurance plan
75% employer-paid coverage of base Dental Insurance plan
75% employer-paid coverage of Vision Insurance plan
401K with company match
11 Paid Holidays
2 weeks of annual PTO
16 hours of personal time
Exciting company growth and potential for career advancement
Supportive Team
Mission focused on providing quality workforce housing
Background checks will be performed on all qualified applicants.