Real Estate Manager

Schnitzer West, LLC was founded in 1997 by Dan Ivanoff and Schnitzer Investment Corp. (now MMGL Corp). From the beginning, the company took a bold approach to real estate, researching and rethinking every aspect of property development and management from the tenants’ perspective. Then it designed innovative buildings that delivered new amenities, enhanced services and more efficiency.

We are headquartered in Seattle, WA and looking for a **Real Estate Manager at The Bravern in Bellevue**. Our new Real Estate Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operation and management of a specific property or properties, including participating in employee staffing and training, tenant relations, building operations, reporting, marketing and leasing support, and accounts receivable and payable. This role will also prepare and manage the budget, prepare the monthly reporting, and is responsible for supporting the project’s financial objectives.

**Tenant Relations** * Responsible for the development and implementation of tenant-retention activities, including conducting tenant surveys, reviewing results and recommending action items as necessary. * Responsible for the timely completion of all tenant move-in/move-out checklist items. * Coordinate with and assist the Sr. Real Estate Manager or the General Manager, with oversight of capital and tenant improvements and communicate with tenants and coordinate logistics with the general contractor. Responsible for preparing recommendations and obtaining approval for all capital and tenant improvement work. * Work with tenants to resolve escalated complaints and major issues. Work with management staff and Building Engineer staff to assure that all tenant complaints/requests are handled professionally and in a timely manner. **Financial Management** * Prepare and implement the annual budget and annual business plan as directed by the Sr. Real Estate Manager or the General Manager; prepare financial/forecasting models for business plan and maintain financial models. Review and oversee the regular maintenance of the budget and the regular monthly reforecast updates to the financial models. * Oversee Real Estate Coordinator and/or Real Estate Accountant in tenant collections. Direct and review the preparation of Common Area Maintenance (CAM) reconciliations and ensure compliance with leases. * Responsible for preparation of the monthly reports as directed by the Sr. Real Estate Manager or the General Manager, including the leasing/marketing update and variance analysis. * Responsible to monitor and maintain key dates and processes for real estate taxes, letters of credit, property receivables, payment of insurance, property inspections, preventative maintenance programs, and disaster contingency programs. **Facilities Management** * Manage daily building operations, directing operations staff in the accomplishments of tasks including: oversee all vendor contracts including identification of vendor, scope, cost and quality of performance (with regularly scheduled walk-throughs); coordinate with Building Engineers to assign daily tasks; conduct formal building inspections with team, including Building Engineers to plan and prioritize repairs and maintenance. * Assist the Sr. Real Estate Manager or the General Manager, with the selection, training, coaching and development of employees. Responsible for team development. * Responsible for tracking the total square footage of the portfolio and preparation and maintenance of the marketing infrastructure, including rent rolls, space plans, templates, and marketing materials pursuant to documented process. Responsible for the preparation of marketable spaces. * Support the marketing and leasing of the property as may be required. **Additional responsibilities:** * Collaborate with supervisor, or team, with special projects as needed. * Occasionally respond to situations that arise after regular work hours. * Other duties as assigned.

* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, finance or real estate. A master’s degree in business (MBA) is highly desirable. * Minimum of 3-5 years in progressively responsible, related position. * Real estate license (or willingness to obtain one) required. * Completion of some Building and Owner Management Association (BOMA) courses and other industry-specific classes such as RPA, CCIM would be helpful. * Experience with JD Edwards and Dyna software preferred. * Strong leadership and decision-making skills. * Ability to manage people and resources effectively. * Strong analytical skills and knowledge of basic accounting, including the ability to use budgeting and financial forecasting tools; strong math skills and the ability to design spreadsheets using complex formulas and calculations. * Strong team-building skills, specifically in training and mentoring less experienced team members. * Strong project-management skills, ability to read and interpret contracts and agreements. * Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills, including the ability to handle conflict. * Excellent communication skills, including the ability to negotiate, to explain complex concepts and issues, and to use tact and diplomacy in sensitive situations. * Ability to successfully perform multiple tasks and to reprioritize work on a regular basis. * Proficient use of basic office machines and computer software, including Word, Excel, Access, Outlook and accounting software (such as JD Edwards) * Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.