Join Our Team
Join our vibrant team at Live Furnished, where every day is an opportunity to make a difference in the world of property management! As a family-based company dedicated to transforming the renting experience across Western Canada, we're on a mission to redefine what it means to feel at home.
We don't just manage properties — we cultivate communities. From organizing resident events to ensuring prompt, professional maintenance, we're committed to making every interaction a positive and memorable one. As we continue to scale our portfolio, we're looking for a seasoned leader to help take our operation to the next level.
If you're an experienced property professional who thrives on ownership, leadership, and solving complex problems, we want to hear from you. Join us at Live Furnished, where you're not just an employee you're part of our family.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Property Manager to lead the management of our largest and most complex residential assets with a strong focus on large multifamily complexes while overseeing our property management and coordination team.
This is a senior leadership position that blends hands-on management of our highest-priority buildings and owners with responsibility for setting standards, mentoring junior Property Managers and Coordinators, and driving operational excellence across the portfolio. You will be the primary point of contact for our most demanding owners and key accounts, owning everything from operating budgets and monthly financial reviews to building maintenance, tenant relations, and retention.
The ideal candidate brings deep multifamily experience, strong financial and budgeting acumen, a working knowledge of building systems and mechanical maintenance, and the leadership presence to manage high-expectation stakeholders with confidence.
What You'll Do
Portfolio & Team Leadership
- Oversee the day-to-day management of a portfolio of large multifamily complexes and high-value residential assets.
- Lead, mentor, and set performance standards for Property Managers, Property Coordinators, and site staff.
- Serve as the senior escalation point for complex tenant, owner, vendor, and operational issues.
- Develop, implement, and continuously improve property management policies, procedures, and systems.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with leasing, maintenance, accounting, and ownership to keep the portfolio running smoothly.
Owner Relations & Key Accounts
- Act as the primary relationship manager for major clients and high-demand owners, delivering proactive, professional communication.
- Build and manage annual operating budgets for each property, including forecasting income, expenses, and capital planning.
- Present budgets to owners and lead recurring monthly financial meetings, walking owners through performance, variances, and recommendations.
- Prepare detailed owner reporting packages covering rent roll, financials, occupancy, renewals, capital projects, and building status.
- Track and communicate unit status, upcoming renewals, and secure owner approvals for renewals and project work.
Financial & Budget Management
- Monitor financial performance across the portfolio, budgeting, forecasting, expense control, and variance analysis.
- Oversee rent collection and collections, minimizing arrears and enforcing consistent, compliant processes.
- Review and reconcile invoices, owner statements, and tenant ledgers for accuracy.
- Identify opportunities to improve NOI, reduce operating costs, and increase asset value.
Building Maintenance & Mechanical Upkeep
- Oversee the maintenance, upkeep, and long-term condition of buildings, grounds, and common areas.
- Apply strong knowledge of building systems and mechanical components (HVAC, boilers, plumbing, electrical, life-safety) to diagnose issues, guide vendors, and plan preventative maintenance.
- Manage the full work order lifecycle creation, prioritization, vendor dispatch, follow-up, and completion.
- Coordinate vendor scheduling, access, and quality control; negotiate and manage contractor relationships.
- Conduct regular property inspections to ensure buildings meet company and safety standards.
- Lead capital projects, turnovers, and major repairs from planning through completion.
- Be available for month-end (1st of the month) and site emergencies.
Tenant Relations, Renewals & Retention
- Own tenant relations across the portfolio, ensuring responsive, professional service and high resident satisfaction.
- Manage tenant work orders and service requests through to timely resolution.
- Oversee lease renewals, rent increase notices, and a proactive retention program designed to maximize occupancy and reduce turnover.
- Ensure leases, renewals, and notices comply with company policy and Alberta's Residential Tenancies Act.
- Coordinate move-ins, move-outs, inspections, key handoffs, and accurate file management.
What You Bring
- 5+ years of progressive property management experience, with direct experience managing large multifamily complexes strongly preferred.
- Proven experience building operating budgets and presenting financials directly to owners or clients.
- Strong financial literacy budgeting, forecasting, rent rolls, ledgers, and owner statements.
- Solid working knowledge of building systems and mechanical/maintenance operations.
- Demonstrated leadership experience managing or mentoring a team.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence to manage high-demand owners and stakeholders.
- Tech-savvy and proficient with property management software (Buildium, Yardi, or similar), Microsoft Office, and online platforms.
- Strong working knowledge of Alberta's Residential Tenancies Act and leasing best practices.
- RECA License in Property Management is a strong asset.
- Must have an operational, available vehicle and a valid Class 5 Alberta Driver's Licence.
- Must be available for month-end and site emergencies.
Why Live Furnished
- Automobile / mileage allowance
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- Company events
- On-site parking
- Business casual dress
- A senior leadership role with real ownership, growth, and the chance to help scale a fast-growing company
Schedule: Full Time — Monday to Friday (9:00am – 5:00pm), with weekends and after-hours availability as needed for emergencies and month-end.
Flexible language requirement: French not required.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply via Indeed. We can't wait to meet the leader who's ready to grow with us.
Work Location: In person — Edmonton, AB T5N 1S5
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Commuter benefits
- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Mileage reimbursement
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
Flexible language requirement:
Experience:
- property management: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
