Regional Property Manager

Company Overview

Clear Investment Group is a boutique real estate investment firm in Chicago specializing in rehabilitating and stabilizing distressed multi‑family assets. We are based in Chicago, with portfolios across the Midwest, South, and Northeast. With a focus on acquiring distressed properties, we aim to improve communities by investing in local real estate.

• Get it Done
• Ride the Wave
• Add Value
• Exhibit Passion

Job Title: Regional Property Manager
Department: Asset Management
Reports to: Director of Asset Management
Job Type: 50% in office (based in Chicago Loop); 50% Travel (could vary depending on projects/needs)

• Base Salary: $120,000-$150,000 commensurate with experience
• Eligible for year-end and performance bonuses
• Access to 401k
• Health & dental insurance
• Generous PTO policy

We are seeking a Regional Property Manager interested in working for a growing and dynamic firm. This position oversees the firm’s sub portfolios, leads on‑site staff, and develops operational systems that promote each property toward stabilization.

The ideal candidate is initiative‑taking and drives projects through to completion. The ability to work in a fast‑paced, high‑stress environment is key, but so is a sense of camaraderie: our team values working collaboratively. We are looking for candidates who possess the qualities of an Ideal Team Player. We want someone who is Humble, Hungry, and Smart.

Humble – someone with experience who can learn and grow
Hungry – someone who wants drive results, create new standards and who constantly wants to improve
Smart – someone who is people and business smart and able to collaborate well with a diverse team of people

• Seasoned (10+ years) property manager with experience in stabilizing distressed assets (Class
  
  C); experience taking over unstabilized portfolios and/or receiverships is a must
• Significant leadership and management experience (5+ years) with a proven ability to recruit, train, and supervise talented property teams
• Proven ability to read and analyze property-level financial statements, including P&L statements and budget variances; can implement specific initiatives that improve property NOI
• Strong operational mind: ability to create, implement, and maintain processes for all facets of property management: collections, leasing, maintenance, and property reporting
• Excellent communicator; able to professionally and compassionately work with colleagues, direct reports, vendors, and residents
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Familiarity with Yardi Voyager and Rent Cafe a major plus
• Ability to lift 50+lbs and walk‑up multiple flights of stairs

• Oversee the daily operations for a handful of multifamily portfolios, 300-1200 units each
• Monitor property performance and implement strategies to maximize occupancy and revenue.
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes for all facets of portfolio management: collections, leasing, maintenance, budgeting, and property reporting
• Coordinate with rental assistance programs: both Section 8 and other state funded programs
• Oversee capital improvement projects, including bidding process, coordinating with on‑site staff and current residents, timeline and project management, and reporting to company leadership
• Lead the quoting and binding process for property-level insurance coverage

• Conduct thorough assessments of distressed properties to identify issues and necessary repairs.
• Develop strategies for property improvement and stabilization.

• Hire, train, and manage all on‑site, property staff: property managers, leasing agents, and maintenance crew members
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing feedback.
• Foster a positive and productive work environment.

• Coordinate maintenance and repair activities to ensure properties meet quality standards.
• Supervise contractors and maintenance staff to complete necessary tasks.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs to reduce future issues.

• Maintain effective communication with property owners, stakeholders, and other relevant parties.
• Serve as a liaison between property management and other departments within the organization.