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FirstService Residential General Manager in Alexandria, Virginia

Job Overview:Â Â

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As aHigh-riseGeneral Manager,you’llbe responsible forManaging andadministeringthe day-to-day operations of West End Condominium in Alexandria including allfinancial management, property management,governanceand staff management.Â

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Your Responsibilities:Â Â

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  • Provide input andassistthe Board with the preparation of the Association’s annual budgetÂ

  • Be responsible forthe daily implementation of the annual budget, perform generalfinancial managementand recordkeepingÂ

  • Assist Association and In House counsel on collection matters and monitor maintenance fee accountsÂ
  • Monitorand report monthly financialsÂ
  • Prepare specifications needed for all services received by the Association (e.g., landscaping,snow, trash, insurance, pool, etc.)Â
  • Manage bid process, review bid spec proposals and comparison spreadsheets andmakeboard recommendations asappropriate.Â

  • Negotiate Association contracts for routine services, subject to the Board’s approval, andAssociation counsel as needed.Â

  • Ensure maintenance of all files,recordsand correspondencein accordance withcompanyprocedures and good business practicesÂ
  • Prepare Board meeting agenda, monthly management report and all other reports andmaterial needed for Board Packet; distribute one week in advance of meetingÂ
  • Coordinate activities of association professionals including attorneys, auditing firms andengineering firmsÂ
  • Establishandmaintainannualcalendarindicatingall association activity, deadlines, election, meetings, projects, etc.Â

  • Team building to unite staff and create a cohesive working environment.Â

  • Manage performance and discuss concerns regularly of all direct reports and team members.Â
  • Enforce the use of policies,toolsand programs by staff in the day-to-day management and operations and ensure proper adherence throughout business unit.Â
  • Support the roll out and implementation of company & business unit initiatives and strategies.Â

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Skills & Qualifications:Â Â

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  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent relevant work experienceÂ
  • Minimum 7 years relevant work experiencerequired, preferably in hospitality,propertyor facilities managementÂ
  • Minimum 2 years project management experienceÂ
  • Experience managing large direct or indirect staffÂ

  • Possessworking knowledge of budgets and fiduciary responsibilityÂ

  • Demonstrateddecision making abilityÂ
  • Demonstratedwritten and verbal communication skillsÂ
  • Working knowledge of legislationimpactingproperty management, preferredÂ
  • Strong understanding of proposal/bid processÂ

  • Possession of or willingness to obtain CMCA/AMS certificationrequiredÂ

  • Critical thinking, problem solving, judgement and decision-making abilities are necessary.ÂÂ
  • Proficiencyin computer programs like Microsoft Office, Outlook and Windowsrequired.ÂÂ
  • Ability to work with sensitive and/or confidential information.ÂÂ

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What We Offer Â

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As a full-time exempt associate, you will be eligible for full comprehensive benefits to include your choice of multiple medical plans, dental,andvision.In addition, you will be eligible for time off benefits, paidholidaysand a 401k with company match. Occasional travel may berequiredto attend training and other company functions.ÂÂ

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Compensation : $87,000 - $98,000Â annuallyÂ

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