Property Manager

at  Pattison Food Group

Come join Pattison Food Group Ltd., a Jim Pattison business, and Canada’s largest Western-based provider of food and health products.
Pattison Food Group Ltd. consists of Save-On-Foods and other well-known grocery banners. With nearly 300 retail locations, we proudly employ more than 30,000 team members.
We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Property Manager to join our Real Estate team in Langley, BC.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Property Management, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of Pattison Food Group locations by overseeing and managing all tasks associated with Property Management and Lease Administration. This includes various aspects of property operations such as tenant & landlord relations, lease administration, maintenance, and financial management.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing and responding to various property management repair, maintenance & replacement issues/concerns within a dedicated territory portfolio (e.g., roof leaks, HVAC, parking lot, loading bay, floods, electrical shutdowns, building damage, security, etc.).
• Collaborating with Facilities Maintenance and Construction to determine cost and function responsibility before implementation.
• Communicating directly with internal teams such as Regional Directors and Store Managers on various issues concerning store property management concerns and to ensure locations are well-maintained and operating efficiently to ensure compliance with Lease terms.
• Liaising directly with Landlords; investigating the Lease terms and conditions for responsibility, coordinating conference calls and/or onsite meetings with external and internal customers to discuss, strategize and collaborate to resolve issues.
• Conducting store visits to assess property maintenance concerns and/or issues as required.
• Monitoring, reviewing, adjusting and/or processing Lease commitment occupancy costs for Landlords, Sub-Tenants and non-operating property administration and accounting, including in accordance the Lease.
• Assisting Lease Administrators with updates and changes to the Property Management lease administration platform (Tango), as required.
• Creating repair & maintenance responsibility checklists in accordance with the Lease.
• Coordinating with the Legal Department for drafting of Estoppels and other legal documents; reviewing prior to execution in accordance with the Lease.
• Collaborating with the Construction and Planning Departments prior to and during new store openings or renovations.
• Assisting with budgeting of Property Taxes, Rent, and CAM, along with processing and approving year-end reconciliation when received from Landlords.

You have:

• 10+ years combined property management, real estate, and/or lease administration experience, preferably in a large and complex organization.
• A certificate in property management or a diploma in real estate or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• A Real Estate Trading Services licence or Rental Property Management licence is considered an asset.
• A strong understanding of lease management systems.
• A strong understanding of leases and interpretation of provisions within.
• The ability to travel within Canada to conduct visits/inspections and attend industry conferences (valid driver’s licence required).
• Experience with systems such as PeopleSoft, Qlikview, and Tango is considered an asset.

You are:

• Experienced in cultivating strong relationships, influencing others, and driving consensus on the best possible outcomes.
• Very organized with strong time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A strategic and results-oriented thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively with internal and external partners.

What we offer:
In addition to a highly competitive salary, we offer a great range of benefits, a company pension plan, free parking, exclusive team member offers, and opportunities for development and career progression.
If you’re looking to join a team that puts people first, you’re in the right place. Apply online today!

• Managing and responding to various property management repair, maintenance & replacement issues/concerns within a dedicated territory portfolio (e.g., roof leaks, HVAC, parking lot, loading bay, floods, electrical shutdowns, building damage, security, etc.).
• Collaborating with Facilities Maintenance and Construction to determine cost and function responsibility before implementation.
• Communicating directly with internal teams such as Regional Directors and Store Managers on various issues concerning store property management concerns and to ensure locations are well-maintained and operating efficiently to ensure compliance with Lease terms.
• Liaising directly with Landlords; investigating the Lease terms and conditions for responsibility, coordinating conference calls and/or onsite meetings with external and internal customers to discuss, strategize and collaborate to resolve issues.
• Conducting store visits to assess property maintenance concerns and/or issues as required.
• Monitoring, reviewing, adjusting and/or processing Lease commitment occupancy costs for Landlords, Sub-Tenants and non-operating property administration and accounting, including in accordance the Lease.
• Assisting Lease Administrators with updates and changes to the Property Management lease administration platform (Tango), as required.
• Creating repair & maintenance responsibility checklists in accordance with the Lease.
• Coordinating with the Legal Department for drafting of Estoppels and other legal documents; reviewing prior to execution in accordance with the Lease.
• Collaborating with the Construction and Planning Departments prior to and during new store openings or renovations.
• Assisting with budgeting of Property Taxes, Rent, and CAM, along with processing and approving year-end reconciliation when received from Landlords