Property Manager
Job Description
Are you an experienced Affordable Housing Property Manager with a successful track record leading large-scale lease-ups? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments where you can build a community from the ground up?
Our client is seeking a Lease-Up Property Manager to lead the launch of a brand-new 300+ unit affordable housing community in Miami. This exciting development is Phase I of a larger master-planned community, with additional mixed-income phases planned over the coming years. This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact by overseeing every aspect of lease-up, operations, and resident experience from day one.
The property is currently pre-Certificate of Occupancy, with lease-up anticipated to begin later this year. The ideal candidate will immediately begin building the applicant pipeline, driving marketing efforts, and preparing the community for a successful opening.
What You'll Do
- Lead the complete lease-up of a 300+ unit affordable housing community from pre-leasing through stabilization.
- Develop and execute strategic marketing initiatives to maximize qualified applicant traffic and achieve occupancy goals.
- Manage all aspects of affordable housing compliance, including RAD, Project-Based Vouchers (PBV), and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) programs.
- Oversee applicant eligibility, certification, and leasing processes while maintaining strict regulatory compliance.
- Partner with ownership, construction, and operational teams to ensure a seamless property opening.
- Utilize Yardi and Elise AI leasing technology to efficiently manage leasing activity and resident communications.
- Build and lead the onsite team, including future Assistant Property Manager and Maintenance staff.
- Ensure exceptional resident service while maintaining company performance standards and operational excellence.
What We're Looking For
- 5+ years of Property Management experience managing affordable housing communities.
- REQUIRED: Hands-on experience with RAD, PBV, and LIHTC programs. RAD experience is non-negotiable.
- Proven success managing a 300+ unit lease-up from pre-leasing through stabilization.
- Experience with both affordable housing and market-rate communities is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated success creating marketing strategies that drive occupancy and qualified applicants.
- Strong understanding of local, state, and federal affordable housing regulations and Fair Housing laws.
- Experience with Yardi; familiarity with Elise AI or other AI-powered leasing technology is a plus.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
- High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Must currently live in the Miami market. Relocation assistance is not available.
Why This Opportunity?
- Lead the launch of a landmark 300+ unit affordable housing community.
- Play a key role in a highly visible master-planned development with future phases already planned.
- Work with an ownership group investing heavily in technology, including AI-powered leasing solutions.
- Build a community from the ground up and make a lasting impact on Miami's affordable housing landscape.
If you're an experienced Affordable Housing Property Manager with expertise in RAD, PBV, LIHTC, lease-up operations, Yardi, affordable housing compliance, and occupancy growth, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today for immediate consideration or reach out to Jennifer Branscome for details!
215-661-8834 x 108
jennifer@msbresources.com
#LI-CB1
This is an on-site position located in Miami, FL.