Senior Regional Director
Description
Senior Regional Property Director - Lewis Apartment Communities - (SoCal)
Company: Lewis Group of Companies
About Us:
Lewis Group of Companies is one of the nation’s largest privately held real estate development firms. With over 70 years of experience, we’re committed to creating communities that thrive. We value honesty, long-term relationships, and high-quality standards that benefit our employees, residents, and the broader communities we serve.
Your Role: Senior Regional Property Director
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 California's Residential Property Management division and oversee operations at all Lewis-owned communities within your residential portfolio, which is projected to be 4-8 properties, as well as the Night Service Manager team. The portfolio spans a dynamic and diverse Southern CA region, all within the greater Inland Empire 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 and overseeing property management teams, executing effective lease-up strategies for new communities, and staying ahead of real estate market trends, including, but not limited to self-directed strategic innovations. Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll also focus on supporting and advancing key management initiatives that are consistent with the company’s long-term goals, contributing to the continued growth and success of the residential 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.
In this role, you will report directly to the Vice President of California's Residential Property Management division and oversee operations at all Lewis-owned communities within your residential portfolio, which is projected to be 4-8 properties, as well as the Night Service Manager team. The portfolio spans a dynamic and diverse Southern CA region, all within the greater Inland Empire 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 and overseeing property management teams, executing effective lease-up strategies for new communities, and staying ahead of real estate market trends, including, but not limited to self-directed strategic innovations. Beyond the day-to-day, you’ll also focus on supporting and advancing key management initiatives that are consistent with the company’s long-term goals, contributing to the continued growth and success of the residential 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 Southern 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.
- Coach, motivate and supervise community employees, and foster 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 duties, as needed.
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.
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience managing a portfolio with a minimum of 2000+ multi-family units.
- Advanced financial acumen, with a deep understanding of property budgeting, budget variance analysis, 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.
Compensation & 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.
Why Join Lewis?
At Lewis, we’re more than a property management company—we’re a community builder. We care deeply about our employees and invest in your success, both professionally and personally. We foster a welcoming, inclusive workplace that values your contributions and supports your career growth.
Lewis Management Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.