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Senior Regional Director

Senior Regional Property Director - Lewis Apartment Communities

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Lewis Apartment Communities, a division of the Lewis Group of Companies, one of the nation’s largest privately-owned real estate developers, is actively seeking an experienced SENIOR REGIONAL PROPERTY DIRECTOR to join the Sacramento regional office.

You're a leader. Role Model. Guide. Your staff are your greatest asset, and you live that each day.

In this role, you will report directly to the Vice President of Property Management and oversee operations at all Lewis-owned communities within your residential portfolio, which is projected to grow to more than 2,000 units within the upcoming years. The portfolio spans a dynamic and diverse region, from Tracy to Vacaville and Roseville, all within the greater Sacramento area. You will play a key role in ensuring resident satisfaction, optimizing financial performance, and driving the success of Lewis’ operational objectives.

This position involves leading property management teams, executing effective lease-up strategies for new communities, and staying ahead of real estate market trends. Beyond the day-to-day operations, you’ll focus on advancing key strategic initiatives that support the company’s long-term goals, contributing to the continued growth and success of the portfolio.

To be successful in this role, you should have at least 10 years of multi-site residential property management experience with progressively increasing responsibility, including supervisory experience.

What you will do: As one of our Northern California regional leaders, you will be responsible for multiple apartment communities, with emphasis on the following:

Attract, hire, develop, and retain a diverse team of property management professionals.
Coaching, mentoring, motivation, and supervision of your community employees, fostering a positive and collaborative team culture.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide constructive feedback to ensure team members meet their full potential.
Develop and manage property budgets, including operating expenses, capital expenditures and revenue projections.
Monitor financial performance, implement cost-saving measures, and prepare regular reports on property performance and financial metrics.
Continually evaluate each asset, identify key issues, and work with your assigned team to develop and implement plans of action for each community and its team.
Implementation and oversight of capital improvement projects.
Conduct regular property inspections and weekly site/staff visits.
Maintain in-depth knowledge and analysis of competition/pricing in assigned market area(s).
Proactive leadership and execution using key performance indicators as a compass to evaluate performance.
Address tenant concerns and resolve disputes in a timely and professional manner.
Implement tenant retention programs to minimize turnover and vacancy rates.
Ensure properties comply with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
Identify and mitigate potential risks and liabilities associated with property operations.
Spearhead broader company initiatives, such as large-scale capital projects and new property lease-ups.
Influence company-wide policies and processes, leveraging their experience to suggest improvements.

Other requirements and preferences in our top candidate: BA/BS degree is a plus. Fair Housing knowledge is required. Solid MS Office skills are required. Experience with Onesite software is a plus. Marketing and sales experience is desirable. And of course, you will have great written and verbal communication skills. More requirements:

Proven experience managing a portfolio with a minimum of 2000+ multi-family units.
Advanced financial acumen, with a deep understanding of property budgeting, forecasting, and investment strategies.
Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.
Proficiency in property management software (preferably Yardi and/or RealPage) and other relevant computer applications.

Note: a valid driver’s license and auto insurance are required for driving on company business.

More about Lewis: Founded in 1955, the Lewis Group of Companies is one of the nation's largest privately held real estate organizations with more than $2 billion in assets. You will join a team dedicated to providing a superior living experience for families and an engaging career for its employees.

Salary & Perks: In addition to a competitive annual salary ($125-$175k depending on experience), Lewis offers annual bonus and raise potential, $100 per month cellphone allowance, $600/month auto allowance, a variety of medical/dental benefits plans, a 401k with company match and immediate vesting, apartment discounts, life insurance, free access to LinkedIn Learning courses, continued management training, and much more.

We’re all in. We hope you are too: This is your opportunity to join a name-recognized leader in real estate development and property management. Join Lewis Apartment Communities and you will be an important part of a winning team with a long history of successful apartment development and management. We advance our portfolio of communities almost every year, so apply today and join our growing superstar team of real estate development and asset management professionals.

Lewis Management Corp. is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applicants of diverse backgrounds to apply.

By Lewis Group of Companies

Founded in 1934, the Lewis Group is a retailer of household furniture and electrical appliances through its three trading brands: Lewis, Beares, and Best Home and Electric. They are headquartered in Woodstock, Cape Town in South Africa.

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Real Estate

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Senior

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