Director of Property Management

Job Title: Director of Property Management

Location: On Site - Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Salary: $120,000-$160,000

Skills: 5+ years managing multi-family properties in the DC area, DC Property Management License

About the Company:

Join an entrepreneurial, values-driven, vertically integrated real estate company known for creating innovative, mixed-use and multi-family communities that blend thoughtful design with long-term social and economic impact. The team operates with an ownership mindset, offering employees meaningful responsibility, visibility, and the opportunity to shape projects from concept through execution. The firm values collaborative culture, emphasis on integrity, and have a strong commitment to building places that genuinely improve the lives of the people they serve. It’s an ideal environment for driven individuals who want their work to matter and their growth to be actively supported.

The Director of Property Management will provide oversight for a group of apartment communities in the DC market. This role is accountable for driving overall portfolio performance, with a strong focus on profitability, operational excellence, and long-term asset value. The Director ensures each property is adequately staffed, well-operated, and aligned with organizational goals, balancing investor objectives with a supportive experience for employees, residents, and the surrounding community. Serving as a senior leader, this position sets standards, addresses complex operational and financial issues, and safeguards the stability and performance of each community within the portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational and financial management of multiple apartment communities in the DC area.
• Monitor and direct implementation of strategic business and marketing plans for the portfolio.
• Lead quarterly meetings with Regional and Community Managers to communicate initiatives, changes, and legal updates.
• Collaborate with development partners on all phases of property redevelopment and construction projects.
• Implement cost control strategies, minimize delinquency, and identify opportunities for revenue growth.
• Partner with property managers on budgeting, reforecasting, and achieving income, expense, and leasing targets.
• Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture focused on employee engagement and resident satisfaction.
• Manage performance issues, recruit top talent, and empower teams to achieve business goals and establish best practices.

Must-Have Skills:

• DC Property Management License
• 5+ years managing multi-family properties in the DC area
• Prior experience managing development projects and/or turnaround properties
• Excellent communication and presentation skills with diverse stakeholders, including owners, investors, residents, and vendors.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• BA/BS degree.
• Professional designations such as CAM, ARM, or CAPS.
• Prior experience managing luxury assets and lease-up communities