Regional Property Manager (Tax Credit/LIHTC)

Description

Job Summary:

Lawson is seeking a qualified candidate to join our growing team as a Regional Property Manager. Under direction of the Director of Property Management, the Regional Property Manager is responsible for achieving the objectives of ownership and management with respect to the properties in his/her portfolio. 

Join our dynamic team in a highly collaborative and solutions-oriented environment where your insights and expertise can directly influence policies and processes. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, teamwork, and continuous improvement, offering opportunities for professional growth and meaningful impact within our organization.

The RPM is responsible for the overall operations of his or her portfolio, with an emphasis on optimizing revenue and NOI, preserving assets for individual properties, creating and enforcing policy for efficiency in operations, affordable housing compliance, developing team members, and creating a positive work environment. The RPM ensures adherence to Affirmative Fair Housing regulations, Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action policies, including federal, state, and local governing agency requirements as well as the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

As part of Lawson, recognized as a Best Places to Work in Multifamily award winner with more than fifty years of experience developing, building, and managing multifamily real estate in Virginia, you'll be valued in a supportive environment that appreciates your contributions. 

Lawson offers a collaborative workplace culture, competitive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth. Contribute to a team dedicated to providing exceptional living experiences for our residents while advancing your career!

Duties/Responsibilities

• LMA
• Recruits, interviews, hires, and develops new staff.
• Stay informed about industry best practices and regulatory changes to ensure compliance and competitiveness.
• Ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into actionable recommendations. 
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy
• Financial Management and Reporting 
• Focus on budgetary and financial responsibility: Develop and practice responsible expense management, preparation and adherence to property operational budget both accurately and timely, and administrative follow through on budgetary processes
• Focus on efficiency and profitability: Achieve the highest possible portfolio net operating income through implementation of effective cost control and revenue improvement programs, participation in committees to enhance company operations, and oversight of residential engagement and retention
• Building Operations
• Business/Partner Relations
• Focus on the Owners: Work with the owners to identify property goals, objectives and needs, actively participate in physical inspections and reviews, and development of asset plans. Excellence in customer service required.
• Contract Administration Oversight
• Regulatory Compliance Oversight
• Ensure compliance with all affordable housing programs,
• Asset Management
• Provide oversight to capital improvements and preventative maintenance
• Adherence to company policy
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) or CPM required
• LIHTC/Affordable experience required
• At least 5 years’ multi-site experience preferred
• Excellent knowledge of tenant landlord law, Fair Housing, ADA and other legal issues affecting property management
• Advanced computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated flexibility in dealing with complex issues or organizational change.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills
• Good human relation skills demonstrating ability to effectively deal with residents, site personnel, corporate office personnel, property managers, property owners, peers and supervisors
• Ability to exercise good judgment and self-control
• Enthusiasm, good attitude, trustworthiness, personal integrity and honesty
• Strong leadership and team building skills
• Proven ability to build highly cohesive and functional teams that drive results.
• Ability to solve problems by assessing the issue and providing solutions
• Must be a self-starter
• Must have passion for impacting lives through affordable housing

Physical Functions

• Must be able to walk apartments and grounds, including climbing stairs
• Bending, kneeling, stretching, climbing stairs and ladders, squatting, and lifting up to fifteen (15) pounds

The Lawson Companies is an equal opportunity employer that offers full-time employees a competitive package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K options, PTO, a competitive salary, and a project bonus structure.