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Property Manager-Norfolk at Lawson Operating Company

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Job Description

Description:

The Property Manager will be responsible for the overall operation of their assigned property. This includes, but is not limited to, general administration, maintenance, leasing, leadership of staff and customer satisfaction. The property manager will utilize resources with the goal that the property is always maintained and in a manner that meets or exceeds budget standards.

As part of Lawson, recognized as a Best Places to Work in Multifamily award winner with more than fifty years of experience developing, building, and managing multifamily real estate in Virginia, you'll be valued in a supportive environment that appreciates your contributions.

Lawson offers a collaborative workplace culture, competitive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional growth. Contribute to a team dedicated to providing exceptional living experiences for our residents while advancing your career!

Duties/Responsibilities:

  • LMA
  • Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff
  • Oversees the daily workflow of the property
  • Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations
  • Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy
  • Financial management
  • Maintain property purchases within budget guidelines
  • Oversite of building maintenance
  • Contract administration management
  • Regulatory compliance management
  • Sales and marketing management
  • Recommend, implement and coordinate competitive rental rates and effective rental practices to maximize occupancy rates, minimize vacancy loss and minimize rental loss due to bad debt
  • Lease administration management
  • Ensure that rents are paid in a timely manner and take appropriate action if they are not
  • Review and approve all resident applications and lease agreements
  • Resident relations
  • Procedural oversight
  • Comply with established management policies and procedures for maximum operational efficiency Report all violations of company policy through the proper chain of command
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements:

Required Skills/Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
  • Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment

Education and Experience:

  • Prefer State of Virginia Real Estate Salesperson License to be obtained within one (1) year
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ram Certification preferred
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and OneSite

Physical Functions

  • Bending, kneeling, stretching, climbing stairs and ladders, squatting, lifting to fifteen (15) pounds, running and lifting over fifteen (15) pounds occasionally.

The Lawson Companies is an equal opportunity employer that offers full-time employees a competitive package that includes, but is not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K options, PTO, a competitive salary, and a project bonus structure.



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Typical mid-level pay: $67k for Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers nationally

National salary averages
Expected mid-level
$67k
Entry
Mid
Senior
Expected
$39k Market range (10th-90th percentile) $141k

Top performers earn significantly more—skill and negotiation matter.

Senior roles pay 93% more than entry—experience is well rewarded.

Strong candidate leverage

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Hiring leverage
Lean candidate
Wage leverage
Moderate
Mobility
High mobility
Durability
Mostly durable

Who this leverage applies to

Stronger for: Specialists with niche skills, All experience levels, Remote-capable workers
Weaker for: Generalists

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Base salary
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Title / level
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Likely Possible Unlikely

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High churn
Growth, flat pay
🚀 Compound
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Specialize
Experts earn more
Pay Upside →
Expertise pays off

Limited new roles, but specialists earn significantly more.

+4%
10yr growth
34% work independently—freelance or consulting is viable.
Typical: High school diploma or equivalent

Openings come from turnover, not new growth. Differentiate to advance.

Labor data: BLS 2024