Community Manager, New Dev (Lease-up Specialist) | Rambler - Ann Arbor, MI
Are you a leasing expert who lives for all things sales and marketing? Do you thrive on the thrill of the sale and the challenge of conquering a new market? Have you dominated the ground game as a high-performing leasing leader and are wondering “what’s next?” Are you looking to grow your career and lead a premier lease-up with an energetic, fast-growing development and management company?
If so, we’re looking for you to lead the charge as our Community Manager for our premier student housing development opening in 2027.
The right candidate for this position will be an energetic, strategic, and sales-focused leader with a passion for brand awareness and a track record of crushing occupancy targets. In this role, you will serve as the CEO of the asset, acting as the ultimate sales coach and leading the leasing charge alongside the development team to ensure a record-breaking grand opening, unparalleled leasing success, and the achievement of all financial and occupancy goals.
The ideal candidate will be:
- A proactive sales leader who anticipates market shifts and prospect needs, resolving roadblocks to a signed lease with ease.
- A high-impact sales coach dedicated to the success of the team, constantly reviewing follow-up performance and tracking conversion rates.
- Organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to juggle high-level ownership reporting, master sheet audits, and complex marketing strategies seamlessly.
- A dynamic brand advocate with a warm and professional demeanor, whether presenting to ownership or hosting a coffee chat with campus leaders.
- Energetic and goal-driven, thriving in a fast-paced environment and motivated by the thrill of hitting targets.
- A growth-minded mentor capable of building and coaching high-energy sales teams that live and breathe the brand.
Still interested? Read more about specific job responsibilities below.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Operational Leadership & Strategy
- Lead preleasing and marketing initiatives for the new development to hit and exceed occupancy and rental rate goals.
- Perform regular audits to ensure 100% data accuracy and prospect engagement.
- Oversee the administrative lifecycle of the on-site team, including recruitment, hiring, and payroll approval.
- Maintain regular communication with ownership to overcome roadblocks, share updates, and present the Ownership Agenda.
- Produce monthly financial statements and analyze market trends to ensure the property remains the premier choice in the market.
- Manage cash flow, operating variances, and strategies for the collection of receivables.
Leasing & Brand Awareness
- Lead by example in the leasing office, utilizing professional techniques to drive velocity and assist the team in hitting occupancy goals.
- Serve as the primary brand advocate, identifying new opportunities to increase brand visibility on and off campus.
- Host networking sessions and coffee dates with campus influencers to solidify the property’s reputation in the market.
- Oversee the Master Sheet Audit process to ensure 100% data accuracy across all leasing platforms.
Team Development & Collaboration
- Lead and coach the on-site team through weekly meetings and intentional 1:1 sessions to ensure alignment with company goals.
- Direct the day-to-day activities of all staff, ensuring they are trained via company-best practices.
- Coordinate with construction and maintenance teams to ensure the building is delivered to the highest standards for a flawless grand opening.
Other Responsibilities
- Assist with other duties and special projects as assigned.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as needed.
Requirements
Qualifications
- 4+ years of property management experience, specifically within student housing or new development.
- Working knowledge of property management software; Entrata is preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
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