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Ohio’s Leading CRE Management Firm Hiring Commercial/Industrial Property Manager

Ohio’s Leading CRE Management Firm Hiring Commercial/Industrial Property Manager

The dominant CRE management firm in Ohio needs a smart, CRE property manager openingself-directed professional in Cleveland to help oversee its assets. This is a successful, privately held company that’s grown to manage 70 million square feet in more than two dozen states. In Northeast Ohio, the organization will entrust its newest property manager with a significant degree of autonomy and decision-making authority at a commercial/industrial campus.

Reporting to the vice president of property management, he or she will ensure this property realizes the company’s goals. That starts with annual budgeting and capital planning and support for leasing initiatives. The property manager will oversee tenant improvements and manage contracted projects. Duties will also include regular reporting and efforts to correct variances.

CRE property manager openingThe position calls for a bachelor’s degree and two to five years of experience in facility or property management. Previous responsibilities in project management and third-party leasing are a plus, as is a CPM or RPA designation. Candidates’ backgrounds should demonstrate their ability to build a team and to communicate well with all levels of management. This company hires tenacious problem solvers with a high degree of personal integrity.

Christopher Frederick Search Consultants, a trusted national executive search firm, has been retained to help this expansive organization find its next property manager. If you have the relevant experience and drive to fill this role, contact firm principal Chris Hingle at (713) 961-5582, email him at chingle@chrisfred.com or visit www.chrisfred.com.

Same Craft, Different Tools – How thinking digital transformed my business

Same Craft, Different Tools – How thinking digital transformed my business

When I began building a digital network of real estate professionals five years ago, I had no idea just how thoroughly it would transform my recruiting practice. That network is on track to reach 300,000 members at the end of 2014, and it’s allowed me to find and match some of the best people in the business with leading companies worthy of their talent. Along the way, I’ve taken note of a few themes in online recruitment that might prove useful to job seekers and hiring managers alike:

Reaching Far but Looking Close

There’s an old New Yorker cartoon with a picture of a golden retriever using a computer. It’s captioned, “On the Internet, no one knows you’re a dog.” On many online forums for job candidates, no one really knows if you’re a vice president or what that actually means. I frequently encounter professional profiles that list work experience aligning with the professional qualifications I’m searching for. Yet on closer inspection, the descriptions of job titles are too vague to offer any clues into the critical competencies and knowledge demanded by a given position. I’ve said it before, but it bears repeating: Be specific. Give examples. “Vice president” tells me a lot less than “vice president of sales and marketing for the Northeast region.” A closer look should reveal how many people you’ve managed, for how long, and the highlights of what that team achieved under your leadership. Even if 500 hiring managers view your profile, they won’t get in touch if they don’t find the information they need to make an informed hiring decision.

First Impressions Count

And this day and age, it’s impossible to know where that first impression might occur. It could be in person, on LinkedIn or even via the photos from a conference your company posted to its blog. At the very least, dress for the job you want in the picture you use for social networks like LinkedIn, Twitter and Google+. Likewise, be sure to proofread every public profile accessible to potential employers, and refrain from packing your email signature with dated logos and unnecessary text. Life isn’t a press conference, and no one expects job candidates to look 100 percent professional in every picture floating around on the Internet. But on career-specific websites, it’s important to devote as much attention to thoughtfulness and professionalism as you would meeting someone for the first time.

Success Story

Of course, none of this is to give the impression that digital tools haven’t revolutionized the process of connecting people to the companies where they can best reach their potential. Technology’s positive effects for job seekers are well-documented, but it’s also had tremendous benefits for the companies doing the hiring. At Christopher Frederick, I’ve been able to add seven people to my team in recent years as a direct result of my approach that combines one-on-one recruiting with the resources of our exclusive digital network. We’re often able to find qualified candidates in a matter of days, where a similar search would have taken weeks under our old approach. Most importantly, we’ve emerged from the recession filling more executive positions and satisfying more clients every year. Our experience proves that time invested in digital networking doesn’t just pay off for job seekers, it is also critical for companies competing for talent in today’s job market.

For more than 20 years, Christopher Frederick has helped match the skills of high-value executives with leading companies in real estate. Visit our website at www.chrisfred.com where you can find exclusive job listings for real estate professionals and read more about our one-of-a-kind approach to executive recruitment.

Expanding Player in CRE Seeks Strategy-Focused Senior Property Manager in Las Vegas

Expanding Player in CRE Seeks Strategy-Focused Senior Property Manager in Las Vegas

A well-respected firm in commercial real estate is expanding its portfolio in Las Vegas, offering the right person the chance to work closely with company leadership to continue its growth in the Las Vegas market.

This is a privately held concern with more than three decades in CRE and long-standing leadership that has closed deals on millions of square feet in the office, industrial and mixed-use markets. What’s more, the company owns the Las Vegas properties in question, offering their senior property manager a level of stability and the chance to grow with the company over the long term.

Specifically, he or she will oversee 700,000 square feet of office and industrial space initially while communicating regularly with executives and planning capital improvements. The senior property manager will take responsibility for leasing, inspections, budgets, variances, CAM estimates and other functions critical to tenant satisfaction and NOI growth. That said, the successful candidate will also hire a property manager to handle many of the day-to-day duties, allowing more time for the long-term, strategic decisions that lead to growth.

This company needs a senior property manager with a relevant degree and a minimum of four years of experience in office and/or industrial real estate. Possession of a real estate sales license is preferred. Candidates should show a close familiarity with the appropriate legal and technical documentation, as well as negotiation. Above all, the successful candidate will be organized, professional, motivated and able to communicate well with tenants and executives. Also, the ability to work independently is a must.

Christopher Frederick Search Consultants, a trusted national executive search firm, has been retained to help this company continue its history of CRE growth. If the qualities listed here match your skills and experience, contact firm principal Chris Hingle at (713) 961-5582, email him at chingle@chrisfred.com or visit www.chrisfred.com.

Expansion into Seattle Market Creates Opportunity for Ambitious Medical Property Manager

Expansion into Seattle Market Creates Opportunity for Ambitious Medical Property Manager

A leading, full-service real estate firm that works with some of the country’s largest health systems needs a new property manager for its Class A assets in Seattle. This position offers the chance to establish a new site presence for a national company that’s closed more than $1 billion in transactions over a quarter century in business. Specifically, this strategy-minded professional will oversee a 420,000-square-foot medical office building that will have a considerable impact on this company’s brand and future growth. The position also offers competitive pay and bonus potential.

The property manager will oversee all facets of property performance while building strong relationships with facility tenants and stakeholders. Duties will encompass: customer relationship management programs, expense management, contract supervision, CAM budgets, property investment planning, personnel management, capital projects, financial reporting and onboarding of new assets. The successful candidate will maximize revenue, ensure tenant satisfaction and achieve NOI growth.

To do so, this position requires a minimum of four years of experience managing medical office buildings, including time with a recognized management company. Other qualifications include a relevant bachelor’s degree, with professional certifications (CPM, CFM or RPA) preferred. Candidates should be familiar with legal and financial documents, as well as leasing terms and negotiation. They should show a knack for interpersonal communication and organization. The property manager will be exceptionally independent while also able to take direction and approach problem solving with an open mind.

Christopher Frederick Search Consultants, a trusted national executive search firm, has been retained to help this company expand in the Seattle market. If you’re excited about the challenges and growth this position could offer, contact firm principal Chris Hingle at (713) 961-5582, email him at chingle@chrisfred.com or visit www.chrisfred.com.