What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lease Up Manager position at High Country: Private Equity Search?
Join one of the fastest growing affordable housing developers in the country as a Lease-Up Manager.
Our client is an entrepreneurial real estate development firm dedicated to building and strengthening communities nationwide. As a fully integrated developer, investor, and operator, they create sustainable, high-quality housing for lower- and moderate-income individuals, seniors, and families. With a portfolio of approximately ~40,000 units nationally, they offer the stability of a national leader with the spirit of an entrepreneurial firm. They are looking for a Lease-Up Manager to lead strategy and execution for their new construction communities.
The Role
As the Lease-Up Manager, you will own the end-to-end strategy for new construction multifamily communities. You’ll partner with Development and Property Management to align pricing, positioning, and marketing to hit targeted occupancy and revenue performance. This is a hybrid role with an expectation of being in the office 3 days a week.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategy & Positioning: Build and own property-specific lease-up plans, analyzing market rents and comps to set pricing and identify ancillary income opportunities.
- Marketing Leadership: Guide the creation of digital ads, social media, and site signage, while tracking conversion data to make fast, strategic tweaks.
- Operations & Performance: Monitor daily/weekly KPIs—including leads, tours, and applications—to flag risks early and provide consistent reporting to leadership.
- Innovation: Utilize Generative AI to accelerate research and content creation while maintaining brand compliance and data security.
- Vendor Management: Keep partners accountable to timelines and ensure smooth transitions between vendors and onsite teams.
What You Bring
- Experience: 5 years in lease-up, property management, asset management, or a related multifamily role.
- Affordable Housing Expertise: Proven experience with LIHTC/affordable housing lease-ups, including income qualification and compliance documentation.
- Proven Results: Success in leading lease-up efforts in fast-paced environments with a focus on maximizing revenue.
- Tech Savvy: Proficiency in CRM/leasing software and a practical understanding of Generative AI tools for efficiency.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Real Estate, or a related field preferred.
Salary : $130,000 - $155,000