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Property Manager

Blue Castle Agency (North America), Los Angeles, CA, United States


Property Manager – Student Housing & Co‑Living

Los Angeles, CA (Westwood / Adjacent to UCLA)

⚡ $110,000 – $135,000+ / year

Overview A premier LA Based real estate developer is seeking a dynamic, high-level Property Manager to oversee three recently completed student housing and co-living buildings totaling 198 bedrooms, two of which are located directly adjacent to UCLA. This is not your standard residential role—it is a fast-paced leadership position managing a specialized student-centric portfolio. An additional 229 bedrooms will be completed in 24 months directly across the street, taking the portfolio to 427 total bedrooms. We are looking for a growth-minded professional ready to scale and eventually lead a cutting edge LA based management company

what You’ll Do

Portfolio Oversight: Manage the daily operations of three new student housing/co-living properties totaling 229 bedrooms with a primary focus on the UCLA student demographic

Operational Excellence: Oversee and actively participate in leasing including managing high-volume turnover periods common in student housing

Marketing: Oversee all marketing including online advertising

Team Leadership: Lead and mentor on-site staff to provide a high-touch, "concierge-style" resident experience

Financial Management: Drive performance through aggressive occupancy goals, expense control, and detailed financial reporting using property management software (i.e. Yardi, Entrata, etc)

Community Engagement: Foster a vibrant, inclusive living environment through resident events and proactive relationship management

Vendor & Maintenance Management: Ensure all properties maintain "AAA" curb appeal and respond rapidly to maintenance needs with our in-house staff

Strategic Growth: Assist in the preparation and pre-leasing strategy for the upcoming school year

Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to Fair Housing laws and local Los Angeles housing regulations

WHY YOU MATTER You are the face of the brand in one of the most competitive rental markets in the country. Because student housing and co-living requires a unique blend of hospitality and traditional management, your ability to build community is just as important as your financial acumen. As the bedroom count doubles in two years, you will be the foundational leader for the Westwood operations

What It Takes

5+ years of Property Management experience (Student housing or co-living experience required)

High Financial Literacy: Proven ability to manage complex budgets and improve Net Operating Income (NOI)

Adaptive Leadership: Ability to navigate the unique needs of student renters and their parents

Expansion Ready: A desire to take on more responsibility as the new 229-bedroom building comes online

Communication Pro: Exceptional verbal and written skills for resident relations and owner reporting

Tech Savvy: Must be proficient in using property management software such as Yardi, Entrata, etc

THE PERKS!

$110,000 – $135,000+ annual compensation, based on experience and performance

Housing Benefit: A beautiful, on-site apartment is available for the Property Manager (optional)

Growth Potential: Direct path to overseeing the 229 bedroom project as the developer expands across the street

Retirement: 401(k) available

Prime Location: Work in the heart of Westwood, just steps from the UCLA campus

Long Term Stability: The properties are owned by a local investment group who are committed to owning these assets indefinitely

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