General Manager

Fairstead is a purpose-driven real estate firm dedicated to building sustainable communities across the country. Headquartered in New York, with offices in Colorado, Florida, and Maryland, Fairstead owns a portfolio of more than 25,000 apartments across 28 states that includes 17,000 units under management. Fairstead’s commitment to communities is realized through a comprehensive platform that leverages in-house expertise in acquisitions, development, design and construction, asset management, and property management.

Fairstead’s primary mission is to provide high quality housing to all regardless of income, and to make our stakeholders feel “Right at Home.” We accomplish this through an empathetic and innovative approach, and by utilizing our interdisciplinary platform as an investor, developer, owner, and operator.

Fairstead’s Core Values: Empathy, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Determination & Integrity

 

 

The General Manager oversees, plans, and manages the day-to-day operations of their property. They are responsible for managing all on-site compliance activities and for the overall performance of the portfolio, which includes direct oversight of the marketing program and financial performance. 

 RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Developing key performance goals and managing the performance of staff.  

• Creating and implementing strategies for business growth.  

• Hiring new staff within a department or business unit.  

• Ensuring that departments or units deliver quality offerings to clients.  

• Working closely with asset managers, regional manager, and other senior staff to retain clients.  

• Developing innovative solutions to meet client needs.  

• Improving internal processes for better productivity. 

• Overseeing large projects and interpreting performance reports.  

• Managing the budget and monitoring the financial health of a location or business unit. 

• Keen on strategic thinking and planning.  

• Understanding of budget management and financial monitoring. 

• Excellent leadership skills, including goal setting, motivating, training and mentorship. 

• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including writing, speaking and active listening. 

• Effective conflict resolution and problem-solving skills.  

• Good organization and time management. 

• Comfortable in a fast-paced or high-pressure environment. 

• In-depth knowledge of their industry. 

Benefits: 

• Generous employer contribution for Medical and Dental through United Healthcare. 

• Employer Paid Vision Plans. 

• Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Plan: 100% of the first 3%; 50% of the next 2%. 

• 12+ paid Holidays. 

• 15 days of PTO. 

• 7 Sick days. 

• Employer Paid Life Insurance. 

• Flexible Spending Account. 

• Nationwide Pet Insurance. 

• Disability Insurance. 

• Laser Correction Discount. 

• Employee Discounts on appliances, apparel, and more. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Three (3) years management experience including supervising a team at large property.  

• Bachelor's degree preferred.  

• Flexible, outgoing, authentic, and confident personality. 

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.  

• Entrepreneurial spirit.