Lease- up Regional Property Manager - Wisconsin

Lease-up Regional Property Manager

Gorman & Company is looking for an experienced Lease-up Regional Property Manager to oversee a growing portfolio of affordable housing communities throughout Wisconsin, with a primary focus on new development lease-ups and stabilization. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned regional leader with a strong background in affordable housing and lease-ups to help launch new communities, support high-performing site teams, and make a meaningful impact by bringing quality affordable housing to communities across Wisconsin.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the operations and overall performance of a portfolio of affordable housing communities in various stages of lease-up and stabilization, ensuring properties achieve ownership goals, financial objectives, and occupancy targets.
• Provide direct leadership, supervision, coaching, and support to Property Managers while providing indirect oversight of site teams across the portfolio.
• Lead and support successful lease-up strategies, including occupancy goals, marketing initiatives, rental rates, staffing, resident engagement, and operational planning.
• Ensure communities operate in compliance with applicable affordable housing programs and rental assistance requirements, including LIHTC, Section 8, Public Housing, and other federal, state, and local regulations.
• Partner closely with Property Managers and internal departments to develop and execute annual budgets, business plans, marketing strategies, and operational goals.
• Monitor property financial performance, review monthly financial statements, analyze variances, and implement strategies to achieve budget and performance objectives.
• Conduct regular property inspections, including vacant and make-ready units, grounds, common areas, and resident files, to ensure communities meet company, ownership, and regulatory standards.
• Support the recruitment, hiring, training, development, and performance management of site teams to build strong, high-performing communities.
• Review and approve property contracts and vendor agreements while ensuring cost-effective operations and appropriate service levels.
• Maintain regular communication with the Director of Property Management, ownership partners, Property Managers, and internal stakeholders regarding property performance, lease-up progress, compliance, challenges, and opportunities.
• Travel regularly throughout Wisconsin to provide on-site leadership, assess property performance, and support teams through the lease-up and stabilization process.

What You'll Bring

• Five to ten years of direct experience as a Regional Property Manager overseeing a portfolio of multifamily communities
• Significant, demonstrated experience managing affordable housing communities and new construction lease-ups from initial occupancy through stabilization.
• Strong knowledge of affordable housing programs and rental assistance, including LIHTC, Section 8, Public Housing, and/or other HUD programs.
• Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop Property Managers and site teams while effectively managing multiple geographically dispersed communities.
• Strong financial management skills, including budgeting, financial statement review, variance analysis, and achieving operational and financial goals.
• Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to travel regularly throughout Wisconsin, including overnight travel as needed, and provide after-hours support for emergencies.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, automobile insurance, and a motor vehicle record that meets company insurance requirements.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary starting at $125,000$135,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Discretionary bonus potential tied to personal & portfolio performance
• 401(k) with a 6% company match to help you invest in your future
• 18 days of PTO and 11.5 paid holidays to recharge and take time for what matters most
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance to support your health and well-being
• Long- and short-term disability insurance for added financial protection
• Paid parental leave to support you and your family during important life moments
• Lifestyle spending accounts with additional flexibility to support your individual needs
• Professional development and training opportunities to help you continue growing your career
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact through affordable housing and community development while working with a mission-driven organization

If you're ready to bring your regional property management expertise to a role where you can help launch new affordable housing communities and make a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you! Apply today and join Gorman & Company in building stronger communities throughout Wisconsin.

We are an equal opportunity employer.