Retail Commercial Property Manager

LHH is seeking an experienced Retail Commercial Property Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day operations and financial performance of a portfolio of grocery‑anchored and shopping center properties. This role is ideal for a hands‑on, operations‑driven professional who enjoys being in the field, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring assets are well maintained and performing to budget.

The Property Manager will be responsible for all phases of property management, including operations, maintenance, budgeting, capital planning, vendor oversight, and tenant relations. This position works closely with internal partners across leasing, accounting, construction, and finance, as well as with third‑party vendors.

This is a hybrid role with a mix of office presence and regular site visits.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the overall operational and financial performance of a portfolio of retail commercial properties
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure properties meet operational, safety, and presentation standards
• Manage third‑party vendors, including maintenance, landscaping, roofing, and specialty services; hold vendors accountable to service levels and budgets
• Prepare and manage annual operating budgets and capital expenditure (CapEx) plans, including forecasting, tracking, and variance analysis
• Coordinate and oversee maintenance, repair, and capital improvement projects
• Partner with internal teams such as leasing, accounting, construction, and finance to support property initiatives
• Maintain strong relationships with tenants and respond effectively to operational needs and issues
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and applicable regulations
• Supervise and support a Property Assistant who assists with administrative and operational tasks
• Travel regularly within the region to visit properties (limited overnight travel may be required)

Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience managing retail commercial properties.
• Strong understanding of commercial facilities and building systems, including maintenance best practices
• Proven experience preparing and managing property budgets and CapEx plans
• Demonstrated ability to manage vendors and service providers effectively
• Solid financial acumen with experience reviewing invoices, tracking expenses, and managing budgets
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience
• Professional designations such as CPM, CSM, or CCIM are preferred
• Proficiency with property management systems (experience with enterprise‑level platforms preferred)
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including budgeting, reporting, pivot tables, and vlookup functions
• Comfort working with multiple systems and technology tools related to property operations and finance
• Hands‑on, self‑directed, and comfortable working independently
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills
• Effective communicator with the ability to build relationships with tenants, vendors, and internal teams
• Confident decision‑maker who can balance collaboration with accountability
• Comfortable being in the field and managing multiple priorities across locations