Property Manager

Property Manager – Brand New Affordable Lease-Up Council Bluffs, IA (Onsite)

Career Strategies is recruiting on behalf of a confidential ownership group for a Property Manager to lead the lease-up of a brand-new, 192-unit affordable / tax credit community located in Council Bluffs, IA
, near the Omaha, NE border.

This role is ideal for an experienced Property Manager who excels in lease-ups, enjoys building operations from the ground up, and brings a strong marketing and occupancy-driven mindset.

• Oversee all day-to-day operations of a new construction, lease-up community
• Lead and execute leasing and marketing strategies to achieve rapid occupancy
• Screen prospective residents, including background and credit checks
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage lease agreements in compliance with affordable housing and LIHTC guidelines
• Manage property budgets and financial performance
• Coordinate maintenance operations, vendors, and service contracts
• Ensure compliance with local landlord-tenant laws and regulatory requirements
• Address resident concerns and operational issues with professionalism and efficiency

• Minimum 2+ years of Property Manager experience
• Lease-up experience required
• Yardi property management system experience required
• Affordable housing / Tax Credit experience preferred (willing to train the right candidate)
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with the Omaha / Council Bluffs market is a plus

• Brand-new community with full lease-up responsibility
• Opportunity to establish operations and make a lasting impact
• Competitive compensation with flexibility for strong candidates
• Long-term growth potential with a stable ownership group
• Interested candidates are encouraged to apply to learn more. All inquiries will be handled confidentially
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