Area Manager, Management Property Management

Overview

Core Spaces (Core) is a real estate company focused on people and relationships. Core values guide daily work: PUSH (Invent Better Places to Live), GRIT (We Got This), LIFT (Help Each Other Win), SHINE (Bring Your Full Self), UPHOLD (Never Break Trust), GROW (Always Get Better). Core builds spaces and services that redefine living, with a culture of collaboration and innovation aimed at improving the resident experience.

Founded in 2010, Core is a vertically integrated real estate investment manager focused on acquiring, developing and managing across student housing and build-to-rent sectors. Core’s portfolio includes over 48,000 beds currently owned or managed, with a pipeline of over 49,800 beds in development. The BTR division has over 3,000 homes under development or in the pipeline. For more information, visit

• A culture that provides you with a sense of belonging
• Competitive pay that values your contributions
• Generous PTO to disconnect or celebrate life milestones
• Paid 15 holidays, including your birthday
• Cell Phone stipend
• Paid Parental Leave after 90 days
• Paid volunteer time off
• Robust health plan options
• Yearly meditation app subscription
• Opportunity to share your perspectives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) retirement options including matching & Roth option

The Area Property Manager is responsible for leasing administration, training, financial reporting, resident relations, marketing, and overall operations of assigned properties. The Area Manager will stay in constant communication with site staff and provide supervision and support as required for site personnel.

• Oversee day-to-day operations of multiple properties, ensuring consistency in processes across the portfolio.
• Analyze property performance metrics (occupancy, NOI, leasing trends) to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure properties comply with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as company policies and standards.

• Recruit, train, and mentor property management teams, fostering collaboration and performance excellence.
• Conduct regular site visits to provide guidance and support to on-site teams.
• Monitor staffing needs and assist in hiring and onboarding new team members.

• Develop and manage budgets for each property, ensuring financial goals are met or exceeded.
• Approve and monitor property expenditures, ensuring alignment with budgets.
• Identify areas to optimize operational expenses and property revenue, proposing and implementing with regional manager support.

• Support property teams in achieving leasing goals, including pre-leasing and lease-ups for new developments.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to implement effective advertising strategies.
• Proactively propose corrective strategy when performance falls short; implement corrective action with regional manager support.

• Maintain high standards for customer service, cleanliness, and safety to provide an exceptional living experience.
• Address escalated resident concerns and complaints promptly and professionally.
• Assist in overseeing Vendor, Tenant, and University Relations.

• Work closely with maintenance teams to ensure properties are well-maintained and repairs are prompt.
• Monitor preventative maintenance schedules and capital improvement projects.

• Perform all other duties as assigned by management
• Meet physical requirements of the role with or without accommodation
• Complete special projects as assigned by the Regional Manager

• High School graduate; college degree preferred but not required
• Minimum 6 years of experience in property management or related fields, with at least 2 years multi-property experience
• Exceptional leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate and guide teams
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Suite and Windows and/or Apple operating systems

• Student Housing operations experience
• Experience with Entrata and Yardi software
• Strategic portfolio management and cross-property leadership
• Preferred industry…