Commercial Portfolio Property Manager

Overview

Stonewood Group, a New Zealand owned investment and operating organization specializing in commercial property assets, seeks a Commercial Portfolio Property Manager to oversee a diverse range of commercial buildings. This role is strictly focused on commercial property management and not residential. With a commitment to swift decision-making and ownership accountability, the company offers a dynamic environment where the manager will handle every aspect of the property portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations across multiple commercial properties in the portfolio.
• Maintain strong tenant relationships, handle service inquiries, and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Supervise contractors and suppliers, ensuring their performance meets expectations and contractual obligations.
• Coordinate both planned and reactive maintenance activities, ensuring clear ownership of tasks.
• Ensure building compliance with New Zealand standards, including Building Warrant of Fitness (BWOF), health and safety, and statutory regulations.
• Prepare and manage Opex budgets and recoveries, ensuring accuracy in service charge allocations.
• Support leasing activities including renewals, rent reviews, and onboarding new tenants, acting as the landlord's representative.
• Oversee rent collection processes and monitor arrears actively.
• Provide regular reports on portfolio status to ownership and senior management.

Candidate Profile

• Experience in commercial property management, facilities management, body corporate management, or related property operations roles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of New Zealand building compliance standards and health and safety legislation.
• Strong skills in contractor management with an emphasis on accountability and detail.
• Understanding of commercial property finances, including operating expenses (Opex), recoveries, and leasing arrangements.
• Ability to confidently interact with tenants, suppliers, and ownership stakeholders.
• Possession of a full New Zealand driver's license and legal eligibility to work in New Zealand.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
• Vehicle allowance to support site visits, alongside provision of laptop and mobile phone.
• Support for ongoing professional memberships and development, such as PINZ and continuing professional development (CPD).
• Prime office location at Auckland's waterfront, Princes Wharf on Quay Street.
• Flat organizational structure providing direct access to company ownership and autonomy to manage the portfolio effectively.