CAREERS
VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING AND RESEARCH
Position Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Vice President of Marketing and Research to join our team. This executive will be responsible for overseeing the marketing strategies and research initiatives that drive growth, enhance brand presence, and position our firm as a leader in the commercial real estate industry. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of market trends, data analytics, and marketing best practices, along with a proven track record of developing and executing effective marketing campaigns and leading teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and Execute Marketing Strategies: Lead the creation and implementation of comprehensive marketing plans to increase brand awareness, attract new clients, and support business growth. Oversee digital marketing, social media, advertising, public relations, and content marketing efforts.
- Market Research and Analysis: Direct the research team to gather, analyze, and interpret data on market trends, property values, competitive landscape, and consumer behavior. Utilize data-driven insights to inform marketing strategies, business development, and investment decisions.
- Brand Management: Ensure consistency and strength of the firm’s brand across all channels. Develop and execute strategies to enhance the company’s reputation and market positioning.
- Lead Generation and Client Engagement: Develop and implement targeted marketing campaigns to generate leads, retain existing clients, and support the sales team in achieving revenue goals.
- Team Leadership and Development: Manage and mentor a team of marketing and research professionals. Set performance goals, provide regular feedback, and create opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with executive leadership, brokers, and other departments to align marketing and research efforts with business objectives. Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
- Budget Management: Oversee the marketing and research budget, ensuring efficient allocation of resources to maximize ROI.
- Innovation and Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices. Identify opportunities to innovate and improve marketing and research strategies.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Real Estate, or a related field; MBA or related advanced degree preferred.
- 8+ years of experience in marketing, market research, or a related role, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership position, preferably in the commercial real estate sector.
- Proven track record of developing and executing successful marketing strategies and campaigns.
- Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team, with experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
- Strong understanding of digital marketing tools, CRM systems, and analytics platforms.
- Knowledge of the Triangle commercial real estate market is highly preferred.
Why Join Us?
- Be a part of a leading commercial real estate firm with a strong reputation and significant growth potential.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on the company’s growth and success.
- Competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits package.
- Collaborative, innovative, and supportive in-office work environment.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to frontdeskrdu@lee-associates.com
PROPERTY MANAGER
Full-Time, exempt
Overview and Daily Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Anticipate and respond to owner’s needs and concerns.
- Provide and foster positive relationships with tenants, external clients, and internal clients
- Develop operating and capital budgets, track variances, oversee the completion of CAM reconciliations, and ensure a smooth recovery process.
- Review and distribute monthly and/or quarterly financial and expense variance reports.
- Maintain contact with third-party owners and accounting teams to ensure total contract compliance, including preparation of accurate and timely reporting.
- Review and approve all accounts payable, ensuring accurate general ledger coding and property allocations.
- Monitor accounts receivable and ensure the timely collection of rent in accordance with lease terms and coordinate default proceedings.
- Assist SVP of Property Management in supervising, hiring, and training of management and maintenance employees.
- Research, bid, and supervise contracts and third-party vendor services.
- Perform regular inspections of assigned portfolio, recommend and work alongside maintenance team and clients to resolve issues.
- Work in conjunction with maintenance team to assign employees to duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and obtains bids for additional work from outside contractors.
- Coordinate and oversee on behalf of clients, all tenant and building construction work to ensure timely and accurate completion.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
- After hours on call required on a rotating basis.
- Participate in leasing and client team meetings and ensure effective communication between leasing and property management team members to achieve client’s goals and objectives.
Qualifications:
- Produce well-written reports, business correspondence, and SOP manuals.
- Effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, tenants, coworkers, vendors, and the general public.
- Read, analyze, and interpret legal documents (lease documents, claims of lien, etc.).
- Ability to analyze, interpret and explain financial statements and calculate dollar and percentage variances.
- Skills to forecast and prepare annual budgets and expense reconciliations.
- Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors.
- Yardi experience preferred.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally need to move from floor to floor, ascend/descend stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 75% of the time. This position frequently communicates with clients, tenants, vendors, and coworkers and accurate exchange of information.
To apply, submit resume and qualifications to Jeremy Laughton at jlaughton@lee-associates.com.
BUILDING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Position Summary:This position requires a building technician to travel to multiple properties throughout the region using the company maintenance vehicle. Clean DMV report required. This position will cover multiple property types (office, retail, flex space, and light warehouse).The position works with the property management teams on routine maintenance projects. The Building Maintenance Technician utilizes skills to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, building equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, the role monitors building system operations and performance, and directs vendors and subcontractors when needed. The Building Maintenance Technician utilizes several trade skills such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, roofing, and HVAC.
Overview and Daily Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Review, track, and close out property work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain inventory of adequate supplies, materials and tools, and order, as necessary, to complete all tasks.
- Perform assigned repairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.
- Inspect property exterior to ensure positive curb appeal. Pick up trash in dumpster enclosures, parking lots, flower/shrub beds, lawns, stairwells, and any other place it may accumulate.
- Maintain the building lighting systems, including element and ballast repairs or replacements. Or, if qualified, direct the activities or vendors to do same.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed. After hours on call required on a rotating basis.
- Perform various maintenance assignments: Roof inspections, Fire/Life safety system inspections, Ceiling tile repairs/replacements, Minor plumbing work (toilets, urinals, sinks, etc.), Minor HVAC repairs (including filters, belts, diagnostics), and other projects/assignments throughout the properties.
- Lead property maintenance operations and provide guidance for vendors and sub-contractors. Oversee and inspect the work performed by HVAC, plumbing and electrical contractors.
- Perform monthly elevator fire recall tests.
- Consult with property management teams to schedule preventative maintenance and other downtime projects.
| Job Category | Administrative, Operations & Staff |
To apply, submit resume and qualifications to Jeremy Laughton at jlaughton@lee-associates.com.