Senior Property Manager & Special Projects

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

Job Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the organization’s real property at the Christ River of Life and the Center for Changing Lives (CFCL - Minneapolis) are well-maintained to meet the needs of the people we serve. Responsibilities include performing detailed property and maintenance inspections, maintaining accurate and complete building documentation, managing building operating budgets, supervision of the maintenance team, timely and appropriate response to emergent building needs, and the creation and execution of a five-year capital plan to ensure capital dollars are optimized. A successful Sr. Property Manager will effectively partner with and support all LSS Lines of Service and building tenants as it relates to property use, maintenance and capital improvements. In addition, this role requires project management of all capital projects with a focus on safety, total cost of ownership, positive impact on the people we serve and environmental impact.

In addition, this role will be responsible for supporting special projects, such as office moves, on an as-needed basis at other commercial properties.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Facilities Management, project management or other related field. Relevant experience of five or more years may substitute education.

• 5+ years relevant work experience, including project management.

• Supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong customer service skills.

• Prefer a Construction background, hands-on building maintenance experience & familiarity with IBC International Building Code and local building codes.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, building automation software, security system software, OSHA compliance, building mechanical systems.

• Experience in negotiations and management.

• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal codes/regulations.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Work experience in equipment procurement, building layout, staff relocation logistical planning, and equipment utilization preferred.

• Ability to read and understand architectural & engineering documents (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, and Electrical) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.