Property Manager

About the role

Our client, a vertically integrated multifamily developer and long-term holder (~1,000 units), is seeking an experienced, on-site Property Manager for a Carlisle, PA community. This opportunity involves managing a stabilized 135-unit property while overseeing the construction and eventual lease-up of a new 121-unit building next door. The role offers long-term stability, as the asset is in an opportunity zone with a planned 10+ year hold.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations of the existing 135-unit stabilized community, including occupancy, retention, staff, and budget
• Operate alongside active construction of a new 121-unit building on the same site (delivering in roughly 12–16 months)
• Partner with the broader team to plan and execute a successful lease-up once the new building comes online
• Own the property's P&L—understand it deeply, not just report on it
• Evaluate and make staffing and vendor decisions (e.g., hiring additional maintenance techs or bringing snow removal in-house vs. outsourcing)
• Supervise on-site maintenance and leasing staff
• Represent ownership on-site with a high degree of autonomy and accountability

Requirements

• 3–5+ years of conventional, market-rate multifamily property management experience (affordable/Section 8 experience alone does not meet this requirement)
• Experience managing a 200+ unit community
• A track record of strong resident retention
• Demonstrated P&L ownership and budget process experience—comfort reading a staffing model and assessing feasibility
• Experience supervising on-site maintenance and/or leasing staff
• Self-starter who thrives with autonomy—this role is largely independent day-to-day
• Comfort operating in a split environment: a running, occupied community alongside active construction
• Lease-up experience is a strong plus, though not required—you won’t lead it alone
• Hospitality industry background is a plus
• CAM or NAA certification is preferred but not required—experience matters more than credentials

Benefits

• Real P&L exposure at the site level—uncommon for property managers until reaching regional roles
• Long-term, stable ownership with minimal corporate bureaucracy
• Small, tight-knit company where ownership is hands-on and invested in the team
• Quarterly company events, community giveback days, and an end-of-year celebration
• Collaborative culture where teamwork is prioritized, especially during lease-ups
• Competitive pay and a focus on retaining good people long-term

Schedule

Standard Monday–Friday, 9–5. During the lease-up period, the schedule shifts to include weekends and adjusted days off to support leasing activity—this is a team effort.

This is an on-site position located in Carlisle, PA.