Property, Real Estate, & Community Association Managers

What They Do

Plan, direct, or coordinate the selling, buying, leasing, or governance activities of commercial, industrial, or residential real estate properties. Includes managers of homeowner and condominium associations, rented or leased housing units, buildings, or land (including rights-of-way).

Typical Tasks

• Prepare detailed budgets and financial reports for properties.
• Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties.
• Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties.
• Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and deposits and payment of insurance premiums, mortgage, taxes, and incurred operating expenses.
• Meet with clients to negotiate management and service contracts, determine priorities, and discuss the financial and operational status of properties.

Key Skills

Work Activities

• Making Decisions and Solving Problems
• Getting Information
• Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates
• Working with Computers
• Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others