Area Manager

Area Manager – Multifamily (1,100+ Unit Community)

Location: Jersey City, NJ (Onsite)

About BLT

Building and Land Technology (BLT) is a vertically integrated real estate development, investment, and property management firm with a diverse portfolio spanning multifamily, office, retail, and hospitality assets. Through its integrated platform, BLT oversees the development, ownership, management, and long-term performance of its communities and commercial properties.

We are seeking an experienced Area Manager to oversee property operations for a luxury multifamily community comprising more than 1,100 residential units in Jersey City. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, team performance, leasing execution, maintenance operations, resident experience, and overall community performance at a large-scale residential asset.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced Senior Property Managers, Multi-Site Property Managers, Area Managers, Regional Property Managers, and Directors of Property Operations seeking to lead a complex, high-volume multifamily community.

Required Experience

To be considered for this position, candidates must have:

• Current or recent multifamily property management experience
• Experience managing a multifamily community with 500+ units
• Experience leading onsite property management and maintenance teams
• Experience overseeing leasing operations, maintenance operations, resident relations, collections, and occupancy performance

Candidates without multifamily property management experience and large-community management experience will not be considered.

Position Overview

The Area Manager is responsible for the overall operational, team, leasing, maintenance, and resident experience performance of a large multifamily community. This individual will ensure the property operates efficiently, supports occupancy and resident retention goals, and delivers an exceptional resident experience aligned with BLT's standards.

The Area Manager will also partner with Asset Management and senior leadership to monitor property financial performance, including occupancy, collections, revenue trends, and operating expenses.

Key Responsibilities of the Area Manager

Leadership & Team Development

• Recruit, hire, develop, and retain high-performing property management and maintenance teams.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and performance management for direct reports.
• Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and customer service excellence.

Property Operations

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a 1,100+ unit multifamily community.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, Fair Housing regulations, safety standards, and local requirements.
• Conduct regular property inspections to maintain asset quality and community standards.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure high-quality service delivery.

Community Performance

• Partner with Asset Management and senior leadership to support achievement of operational and NOI goals.
• Monitor occupancy, collections, delinquency, leasing activity, and resident retention.
• Analyze property performance metrics and implement operational action plans.

Leasing, Resident Experience & Reporting

• Support leasing and marketing strategies that drive occupancy and retention.
• Resolve escalated resident concerns professionally and effectively.
• Utilize AppFolio and other property management systems to manage operations and reporting.
• Track key operational and community performance indicators and provide insights to leadership.

Qualifications of the Area Manager:

• Minimum 5 years of multifamily property management experience required.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership experience overseeing onsite property teams required.
• Experience managing multifamily communities with 500+ units required .
• Strong understanding of multifamily operations, residential property management, leasing performance, maintenance operations, resident retention, and community operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and property management software; AppFolio experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Hospitality, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience will be considered.

Compensation for the Area Manager :

• Competitive salary of $100,000-150,000 with performance-based bonus potential
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Plan
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Housing Discounts at BLT Properties

Equal Opportunity Employer

Building and Land Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.