Hospitality Parking Operations Manager

Parking Management Company (PMC) is a national leader in hospitality-focused parking services. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, PMC provides valet and self-parking management, shuttle services, event parking, and porter/bell services across multiple industries including hotels, resorts, healthcare, and event venues. With a commitment to excellence and a guest-first mindset, PMC serves as an extension of the hospitality experience—delivering seamless, high-touch service to partners and guests alike. Learn more: ParkingMgt.com Position Summary The Commercial Parking Manager oversees the daily operations of one or multiple commercial parking facilities, ensuring efficiency, profitability, and excellent customer service. This role is responsible for staff management, revenue tracking, client relations, and operational compliance. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with experience in parking operations, customer service, and financial oversight. Primary Objective To ensure the efficient, profitable, and customer-focused operation of commercial parking facilities by overseeing daily management, staff performance, financial accountability, and client satisfaction. The Commercial Parking Manager is responsible for optimizing parking operations, maintaining safety and compliance, and delivering seamless parking experience while driving revenue growth and operational excellence Essential Duties And Responsibilities Client Relationship Management Serving as the main point of contact with each property, the Manager fosters open communication, promptly addresses concerns, and ensures that contractual obligations are consistently met. By building trust with hotel stakeholders and proactively seeking feedback, the Manager creates strong, long-term partnerships that support service improvements and additional business opportunities. Daily Operational Oversight On a day-to-day basis, the Manager handles scheduling, staffing, and quality assurance at each location. Frequent site visits help identify and resolve operational issues—such as equipment malfunctions or process inefficiencies—while maintaining consistent standards of customer service. Financial and Administrative Tasks Although broad financial planning typically resides with higher-level leadership, the Manager tracks site-level revenue, payroll, and expenses to highlight trends or irregularities. By collaborating with the Regional Director on cost-control measures and accurate record-keeping, the Manager ensures each site remains financially sound and aligned with budget expectations. Team Supervision and Training The Manager recruits and trains hourly associates, setting clear performance goals and offering ongoing coaching. By modeling professional behavior and upholding company policies, the Manager maintains a supportive environment that promotes both employee satisfaction and strong customer service outcomes. Communication and Reporting Regular status updates—such as weekly summaries and performance reports—keep the Regional Director informed of progress, challenges, and needs across all accounts. In emergencies or time-sensitive situations, the Manager may use personal devices to coordinate quickly with staff or leadership. Travel and Communication Due to the geographic scope of the role, travel may be required, focusing on site visits to oversee performance, address challenges, and support new account launches. Ongoing communication is essential, providing consistent updates and performance insights into leadership. In some cases, the Manager may need to use a personal cell phone to manage operational matters effectively. Supervisory Responsibilities Actively involve staff in planning, decision-making, and process improvement while taking full responsibility for team performance. Maintain an open and accessible leadership style, providing regular feedback, supporting skill development, and encouraging professional growth. Seek and apply feedback from both internal and external customers, promote a culture of quality, and continuously work to enhance processes, services, and supervisory skills to drive team success. Additional Responsibilities Other tasks may be assigned as needed to support the company’s overall operational and financial objectives, with the expectation that the management remains flexible and responsive to evolving business needs. Attend required staff meetings and complete assigned training modules in a timely manner. Including but not limited to the ability to work flexible hours when needed may be required. Knowledge and Critical Skills/Expertise Competency/Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Certificates and Licenses A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required for this role, along with maintaining an acceptable motor vehicle record with no more than three moving violations within a three-year period. Candidates must also pass and maintain a clean background check. No special certifications are necessary for this position. Advanced Client Management Skills This role demands a high level of expertise in building and maintaining strong client relationships. Success hinges on effectively communicating with stakeholders, understanding their needs, and promptly resolving any issues. The ability to anticipate evolving client requirements, coordinate responses across multiple locations, and adjust strategies as necessary all play an integral part in ensuring client satisfaction and long-term partnerships. Strong Analytical And Problem-Solving Abilities The candidate must have the capability to dissect complex data and situations, particularly related to revenue and payroll. This includes pinpointing and rectifying discrepancies in revenue reporting, unraveling the root causes of operational inefficiencies, and creating effective solutions to boost performance. Effective Training And Leadership Skills A successful Manager needs practical knowledge of basic training methods, operational software, and essential leadership principles to guide teams effectively. They must demonstrate hands-on coaching, team building, and adaptability across multiple sites. Ultimately, flexible leadership, accountability, and clear communication ensure consistent operations and engaged employees. Payroll Management Expertise in managing payroll focused on scheduling and overtime control. The ability to instruct managers in creating efficient schedules and monitoring these for operational efficiency supports the role’s aim to optimize labor costs. Technological Proficiency A solid grasp of relevant technology, particularly in PMC’s revenue management and scheduling software, is essential. Collaborating with IT departments and external vendors for the successful rollout of new technologies underlines this requirement. Excellent Communication And Reporting Skills Regularly reporting to operations and HR, as well as effective communication with various departments and external vendors, is crucial. The ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner is key in this role. Adaptability and Flexibility The candidate needs to be adaptable to changing environments and flexible in managing various demands, especially in a role that involves frequent travel and the capacity to handle unexpected challenges in project management and revenue operations. Education/Experience High school diploma or general education degree (GED); 1 year minimum previous supervisory and related customer service/hospitality experience is preferred; management or leadership related training/certifications/business is preferred. Work Environment The work environment for this role includes both indoor and outdoor settings, requiring collaboration with teams, vendors, and clients on-site and in corporate environments. Associates may frequently use computers, communicate via phone, and perform duties in or around parking facilities. Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions—including extreme heat, cold, humidity, and wet environments—is expected. The location can be noisy, with moving vehicles operated by the public. Physical Demands Requirements may include extended periods of standing, walking, and the ability to lift moderate weights when necessary. Specific vision abilities—close, distance, peripheral, depth perception, and focus adjustments—may be required to ensure on-site awareness and safety. Cell Phone Use Employees may be required to use personal cell phones for work-related communication, including coordination with team members, managers, and clients, as well as accessing work applications. Reimbursement for work-related phone usage will follow company policy. Pay Transparency PMC is committed to pay transparency and equity among all employees and provides employees an environment where pay transparency and dialogue on compensation are allowed. PMC complies with Equal Employment Opportunity laws as well as federal, state, and local laws on compensation, pay transparency, and pay equity. Additional Compensation And Benefits Health Benefits – Medical, vision and dental insurance – Upon eligibility 401K – Upon eligibility Supplemental Insurance – Life insurance and critical illness Bonus opportunities Internal leadership development program Paid time off Paid training Tuition assistance through Bellevue University – Up to $5,250 per year Nationwide discounts through Perks at Work Military friendly employer Employee at Will Employment with PMC is on an at-will basis, meaning either the employee or the employer may end the employment relationship at any time, for any reason, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable laws. A 120-day introductory period applies. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) This position is classified as exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), meaning employees in this role are not eligible for overtime pay for hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek at a rate of one and one-half times their regular hourly rate. PMC adheres to all applicable federal, state, and local wage and overtime laws, ensuring that compensation complies with these legal standards. All hourly rates will meet or exceed the minimum wage requirements for your specific work location. PMC is compliant with all state workman’s compensation laws. Employee Leave PMC is compliant with all state specific required and FMLA paid leave requirements, such as sick leave, state paid family leave, etc. Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Parking Management Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. ADA and Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Compliance Parking Management Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and ensure equal employment opportunity. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and ensure equal employment opportunity. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification. Job Title: Commercial Parking Manager Department: Commercial Parking Division Directly reports to: Commercial Parking Area Manager Schedule: Full Time Status: Exempt Compensation: Salary plus bonus opportunities (Salary can vary depending on market and applicable experience) #J-18808-Ljbffr Parking Management Company