The Assistant Property Manager will work closely with the Property Manager to ensure the efficient management of the property.
Assistant Property Manager – Surrey, BC
With community and collaboration at our core, working at Parkbridge is not just a job—it’s an experience!
We strive to embody our corporate values of Community, Authenticity, Respect, and Excellence in our relationships with colleagues, customers, and business partners and are looking for individuals with focus, ambition, and drive to join our team.
Our Parkbridge team is supported with competitive compensation packages, generous performance-based incentives, GRRSP-matching, health benefits, and paid wellness and volunteer days. If you share our vision to help build memories that will last a lifetime, we encourage you to apply today!
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Assistant Property Manager to support the daily operations of our residential portfolio in Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island, based in Surrey. The Assistant Property Manager will work closely with the Property Manager to ensure the efficient management of the property, maintain tenant satisfaction, and handle administrative tasks. This role is ideal for someone with strong organizational skills, a desire to work in property management, and the ability to provide exceptional service to tenants and vendors.
Key Responsibilities:
Property Operations Support:
Assist the Property Manager in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the property, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
Conduct regular property inspections and report any maintenance or safety concerns
Coordinate maintenance requests and follow up to ensure timely completion of repairs.
Assist in organizing preventive maintenance schedules for the property.
Residents Relations and Communication:
Serve as a point of contact for tenants, responding to inquiries, addressing concerns, and providing exceptional customer service.
Assist with lease administration, including processing new leases, lease renewals, and terminations.
Maintain positive tenant relations by addressing issues in a timely and professional manner.
Assist in enforcing lease agreements and property rules and regulations.
Help with move-in/move-out processes, including conducting inspections and preparing rental homes/sites for new tenants.
Promote a positive community atmosphere by addressing tenant concerns and fostering good relationships.
Leasing and Administration:
Assist in marketing available rental units, including updating listings, coordinating showings, and responding to prospective tenant inquiries.
Assist with tenant screening, including processing applications, conducting background checks, and gathering references.
Prepare and review leasing documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
Carry out lease administration
Maintain accurate records of all transactions, maintenance requests, and resident interactions.
Perform general administrative duties, such as answering phone calls, emails, and maintaining tenant files.
Prepare and distribute notices to tenants, including rent reminders, policy updates, and other important communications.
Financial Management Support:
Assist with rent collection and ensure timely payment by tenants. Follow up on overdue payments and assist with issuing late notices.
Assist in managing property budgets and ensuring expenditures stay within budgetary limits.
Collect rent and manage late payment issues, including issuing notices for non-payment.
Compliance and Legal:
Assist in preparing the property for inspections and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and building codes.
Help the Property Manager manage evictions and legal notices, ensuring proper procedure is followed.
Familiarity with local, tenancy laws and regulations.
Team Support (if applicable):
Assist in managing on-site staff and vendors, ensuring tasks are completed according to schedule and quality standards.
Provide guidance and support to maintenance staff and leasing agents when needed.
Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree in real estate, business, or a related field is a plus.
1-3 years of experience in property management or a customer service role.
Knowledge of property management software (e.g., Yardi is preferred.)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with tenants, staff, and vendors.
Good organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Ability to handle tenant concerns and complaints in a professional and calm manner.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Additional Skills:
Basic understanding of accounting principles and budgeting.
Problem-solving skills, with the ability to address and resolve issues efficiently.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and property management software.
Ability to handle emergency situations effectively and professionally.
Work Environment:
This position may require occasional evening or weekend work to accommodate tenant needs or property issues.
May involve occasional on-call duties for urgent maintenance or tenant matters.
Occasional travel may be required if managing multiple properties.
The expected annualized base salary range for this role is $50,000 to $55,000.
The actual salary offered will take into consideration a wide array of factors including, but not limited to, the individual’s skill, experience, education and training, the market compensation of the role, and the consideration to internal equity.
Parkbridge offers a competitive total rewards package in addition to the base pay, which includes a performance-based incentive plan, comprehensive health & dental benefits, a defined contribution pension plan and paid time off.
ABOUT PARKBRIDGE:
Parkbridge is Canada’s leading developer and manager of more than 60 residential communities and 35 recreational RV resort communities. Headquartered in Collingwood, Ontario, with properties in 70 municipalities across Canada, the Parkbridge team enriches the lives of its residents and guests by providing welcoming communities with quality amenities. It also offers an attainable path to homeownership through land lease opportunities. Parkbridge is wholly owned by QuadReal Property Group, a global real estate company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, with assets under management of over $70 billion.
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
Candidates from diverse groups are encouraged to apply. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, barrier free and accessible environment. If you have been contacted for an interview and require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment and selection process, please advise, and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Please note that applicants must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check.