Regional Manager

About the role

Bender Companies is seeking an experienced Regional Manager to join our team. We're looking for a collaborative, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing teams, building strong communities, and delivering exceptional property performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee property financial performance, including operating expenses, rent collections, and budget adherence, while partnering with Community Managers to optimize operations
• Monitor property performance, including leasing activity, occupancy, and unit turnover
• Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, and accounts payable within established approval authority
• Guide Community Managers through capital projects and service contracts, assist with obtaining vendor bids, and approve expenditures within budget or secure additional approvals as needed
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers
• Oversee renovation projects and capital improvement initiatives to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
• Recruit, hire, develop, and, when necessary, terminate Community Managers in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Coach, train, and support Community Managers and on-site teams to drive operational excellence and professional growth
• Cover, train, and support Community Managers and on-site teams to drive operational excellence and professional growth
• Conduct regular property visits and inspections to evaluate operations, office procedures, file compliance, vacant unit readiness, curb appeal, safety, and maintenance needs
• Lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with property teams to forecast operating and capital expenditures
• Assist with the preparation and submission of quarterly reserve replacement draws with lenders
• Prepare and review monthly investor reporting, including financial variance analyses, property performance updates, and key performance indicators
• Partner with the acquisitions team during due diligence by evaluating property operations and developing renovation and capital improvement budgets

Requirements

• 1+ years of Regional Manager experience in the multifamily/apartment industry, overseeing at least 1,000 units across five or more apartment communities
• Experience leading and developing teams of 20+ employees
• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and operational performance
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues
• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, or a related field (preferred)
• CPM designation (preferred)
• Real Estate Broker's License (preferred)

Skills

• A positive, collaborative attitude and commitment to providing quality workforce housing and outstanding resident experiences

Benefits

• 90% employer-paid coverage of base Medical Insurance plan
• 75% employer-paid coverage of base Dental Insurance plan
• 75% employer-paid coverage of Vision Insurance plan
• 401K with company match
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 2 weeks of annual PTO
• 16 hours of personal time
• Exciting company growth and potential for career advancement
• Supportive Team
• Mission focused on providing quality workforce housing

Pay

The pay range for this role is: $120,000 - $130,000 USD per year (Bender Corporate Office)

Schedule

This position requires travel throughout Illinois 3–4 days per week to visit properties, with occasional travel to our other Midwest properties.