Sr. Regional Property Manager - Columbus

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. Our companies Core Values are:

1. Get it Done 2. Ride the Wave 3. Add Value 4. Exhibit Passion

Job Title: Sr. Regional Property Manager
Department: Asset Management
Reports to: Director of Property Management
Job Type: Columbus, Ohio (Hybrid Field-Based) | Approximately 50% travel throughout Ohio with occasional travel to the Chicago corporate office.
Location Requirement
This position must be based in the Columbus metropolitan area. Columbus serves as the operational hub for our Ohio portfolio, with existing communities in Columbus and planned acquisitions throughout Central and Northern Ohio, including Cincinnati and Cleveland. The Sr. Regional Property Manager will regularly travel between these markets and work closely with our corporate leadership team to support continued portfolio growth.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base Salary: $140,000-$160,000 commensurate with experience
• Eligible for annual performance bonuses tied to portfolio performance, occupancy, NOI, and operational objectives
• Access to 401k
• Health & dental insurance
• PTO and Holidays

Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Sr. Regional Property Manager to lead our growing Ohio portfolio. Based in Columbus, this individual will oversee existing multifamily communities while partnering with executive leadership as we continue expanding throughout Ohio. The portfolio currently includes communities in Columbus, with anticipated acquisitions in Cincinnati and Cleveland, making Columbus the ideal centralized location for regional oversight.

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

About you:

• 8+ years of multifamily property management experience, including at least 3-5 years overseeing multiple communities as a Regional Manager or equivalent leadership role.
• Experience stabilizing distressed (Class C), workforce housing, or value-add multifamily assets is strongly preferred.
• 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 RentCafe a major plus
• Ability to lift 50+lbs and walk-up multiple flights of stairs

Core Responsibilities:
Included but not limited to:

Property Management

• 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

Property Assessment:

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

Staff Management:

• 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.

Maintenance and Repairs:

• 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.

Communication:

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