Property Manager
About the role
Farley White Management Company is looking for a seasoned Commercial Property Manager to lead operations at a Class A, 295,000 RSF connected office complex located in the heart of Boston’s Financial District. The ideal candidate will bring both operational expertise and strategic insight to oversee day-to-day performance while safeguarding the long-term value of the assets. This position requires proven leadership in a high-rise building in an active downtown environment.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the full operational and strategic management of the property, including maintenance, engineering, security, and janitorial services.
- Develop and execute annual operating and capital budgets, including forecasting, variance reporting, and asset-level business planning.
- Lead the implementation of capital projects, tenant improvement work, and infrastructure upgrades; managing vendor selection, permitting processes, and quality assurance.
- Serve as a key liaison between ownership, tenants, and vendors—ensuring transparency, responsiveness, and accountability in all interactions.
- Enforce lease compliance with a strong working knowledge of lease provisions related to expenses, landlord obligations, services, and alterations.
- Inspect building systems, mechanical infrastructure, tenant spaces, and all public areas regularly to ensure Class A standards and code compliance.
- Monitor and manage energy use, sustainability programs, and compliance with city, state, and local initiatives.
- Coordinate and evaluate vendor and contractor performance, holding service partners accountable to contract scope, response times, and quality standards.
- Supervise on-site staff including engineers, administrative support, and vendor partners—overseeing training, scheduling, performance evaluations, and team development.
- Support leasing efforts by preparing spaces for tours, participate in marketing efforts and provide guidance on buildouts aligned with tenant requirements and long-term asset strategy.
- Implement and oversee robust tenant satisfaction and retention initiatives, responding quickly and professionally to concerns while fostering long-term partnerships.
- Maintain accurate property documentation, records, reports, and compliance logs, and utilize company databases and tools such as MRI and Kardin.
- Participate in emergency planning, life safety compliance, and after-hours response planning.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; concentration in Business Administration, Real Estate, or related field preferred.
- Minimum 5–7+ years of property management experience, with direct experience managing Class A, multi-tenant commercial office buildings in urban environments.
- Proven experience in management, evaluation, development, and motivation of subordinates to include on-site staff including administrative and engineer department.
- High-rise operations, capital planning, and complex mechanical systems knowledge strongly preferred.
- RPA, CPM, or LEED certification preferred.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required; MRI, Kardin, and tenant service platforms preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all core building systems including HVAC, electrical, life safety, and vertical transportation.
- Strong understanding of building security, emergency procedures, and city regulatory processes.
- Experience with tenant improvement projects and complex capital projects required.
Skills
- A strategic mindset with the ability to align building operations with ownership goals.
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to mentor, inspire, and hold team members accountable.
- Strong communication and negotiation skills with a focus on diplomacy, problem-solving, and professionalism.
- Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced downtown environment with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities.
- Financial fluency, particularly in budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and capital planning.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Pre-tax Flexible Savings Account.
- IRA Retirement savings program with company match.
- Company paid short & long-term disability, life insurance plan.
- Generous paid time off plan and company holidays.
Pay
Salaried position with profit sharing and bonus program included.
About Us
Farley White Management Company is a Boston-based owner of first-class commercial real estate operating in Massachusetts, New Hampshire & Florida. The success and growth of the company is reliant upon the talented team of individuals who support and trust in our passion for real estate and for our customers.