Portfolio Manager - Lease Up

About the role

Lead fast-paced stabilization for affordable housing, drive occupancy, and build a collaborative, community-focused team.

Responsibilities

• Lead Lease-Up Execution: Drive aggressive, strategic lease-up campaigns to achieve stabilization targets on time and on budget.
• Own the Portfolio: Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple properties—leasing, pricing, compliance, and maintenance.
• Inspire & Guide: Manage and mentor leasing, admin, and maintenance staff to hit goals and grow professionally.
• Drive Performance: Manage NOI, financial reporting, and Section 8 paperwork with precision and care.
• Innovate: Identify opportunities for improvement and lead light rehab projects as needed.
• Collaborate: Partner with our accounting team, senior leaders, and vendors to deliver consistent results.

Requirements

• Proven lease-up experience — required. You've successfully taken a property from pre-leasing through stabilization and know what it takes.
• 3+ years of property management experience, with hands-on oversight of multiple properties.
• Experience working at affordable or workforce housing properties.
• A track record of hitting occupancy goals under tight timelines.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to build strong, effective teams quickly.
• Comfort in a fast-paced, evolving work environment.
• A data-oriented, problem-solving mindset.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional certifications such as CCIM, PMP, or similar.
• Experience with affordable housing programs and regulations.
• Knowledge of property management software and systems.

Skills

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.
• Understanding of financial statements and budgeting.

Benefits

Immediate performance based bonus available. Leadership role in a growing, mission-driven organization. Opportunity to shape and optimize operations with strong executive backing. Collaborative team culture that values innovation, excellence, and integrity.

Pay

$85,000 - $95,000

Schedule

Full-time

Arboreal is a drug-free workplace, and we use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires