General Manager

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Our SelectLeaders’ client is a fully integrated, private equity real estate firm with offices in Chicago, Milwaukee and Minneapolis. They develop, operate and invest in real estate assets in high barrier-to-entry markets with favorable supply and demand fundamentals.
They are seeking a motivated General Manager to oversee a Milwaukee-based portfolio of value-add creative office assets. This is a key leadership role that will work across all aspects of our company, including ownership, asset management, construction, and leasing. The ideal candidate has a strong background in commercial office management, experience with modified gross leases, and is a proactive and collaborative leader.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in commercial office management or general management.
• Strong financial acumen and experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and managing P&L.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).Experience with property management software like Yardi is a plus.
• Proven leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to foster collaborative relationships with internal teams, tenants, and vendors.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree (Preferred)

• Portfolio Management: Oversee the operations of a multi-building commercial office portfolio, including staffing, maintenance, financial management, and strategic business plan execution.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with Asset Management, Facilities, and Construction teams to develop and execute business plans aimed at optimizing asset performance.
• Budgeting & Financial Oversight: Lead the development and management of annual operating budgets, capital expenditures, and financial forecasts.
• Ensure NOI (Net Operating Income) targets are achieved.
• Tenant Relations: Develop strong, direct relationships with tenants, ensuring leases are administered correctly, and respond promptly to tenant needs to maintain high satisfaction and retention levels.
• Reporting & Analysis: Collaborate with the accounting department to prepare and deliver monthly management reports, analyzing operational and financial performance.
• Revenue Generation: Identify opportunities to enhance asset revenue and NOI through strategic initiatives, market analysis, and operational improvements.
• Vendor Management: Manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and oversee contracted services to ensure high-quality service delivery and cost-effectiveness.
• CAM & Expense Management: Oversee the Common Area Maintenance (CAM) process and ensure accurate tracking and reconciliation of operating expenses.
• Brand & Community Engagement: Serve as a brand ambassador for the company and the properties, maintaining a positive presence within the local community and industry.