Asset Manager

Chesapeake Search Partners is partnering with a fast growing real estate operator with a specialized asset class focus. They are searching for a highly motivated, detail-oriented Asset Manager to join the team. They will assist in overseeing the performance of the portfolio and drive long-term asset value through disciplined business planning, financial analysis, and close collaboration across departments.

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This role serves as the internal owner of asset performance, translating the firm’s investment strategy into actionable asset-level business plans while monitoring operational and financial results. The Asset Manager will work cross-functionally with Property Management, Accounting, Capital Projects, and Acquisitions teams to ensure assets perform in line with expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

Asset Strategy & Business Planning

• Develop and maintain asset-level business plans aligned with investment strategy
• Partner with Property Management and Accounting to establish annual operating budgets
• Evaluate asset performance relative to business plans and underwriting assumptions
• Conduct hold/sell/refinance analyses and provide strategic recommendations
• Support onboarding and integration of newly acquired assets

Property Management Partnership

• Serve as the internal liason to Property Management teams
• Track operational KPIs and address performance issues impacting assets
• Lead monthly asset-level variance reporting
• Review operational initiatives aimed at revenue growth, expense control, and resident satisfaction

Capital Planning & CapEx Oversight

• Coordinate asset-level capital improvement planning
• Evaluate CapEx investments and expected returns
• Monitor project execution against approved scope, budget, and timeline
• Track the impact of capital investments on asset performance

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Oversee asset performance reporting with support from Asset Management Analysts
• Maintain financial models and performance tracking tools
• Analyze portfolio trends and identify opportunities for improvement
• Support executive reporting and strategic decision-making

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner xzgxqkn with Acquisitions, Accounting, Capital Projects, Legal, and Property Management teams across the asset lifecycle
• Assist with acquisition diligence and asset integration
• Support budgeting, reporting, insurance matters, and regulatory issues

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5–10 years of real estate asset management experience
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Ability to connect financial performance with operational drivers
• Familiarity with property management operations and capital projects
• Strong collaboration, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple assets and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Ownership mindset with accountability for asset performance