Portfolio Manager
Job Description
Location: Pretoria
We are seeking a results driven and experienced Portfolio Manager to oversee a portfolio of residential buildings within our Operations department. The successful candidate will be responsible for revenue performance, building maintenance, tenant management, team leadership, and overall portfolio optimisation.
This role requires a hands on operational leader with strong financial acumen and a solid background in property management.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee monthly rental collections and ensure adherence to company collection policies
- Manage operational expenses within approved budgets, analyse cost drivers, and report on financial performance
- Conduct building inspections and ensure effective maintenance processes, including monitoring work orders and turnaround times
- Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, security standards, and overall building presentation
- Oversee tenant inspections, manage escalated complaints, and support tenant retention initiatives
- Lead and manage Building Managers and on site teams, including performance management, recruitment, and staff development
- Monitor inventory, stock control, supplier sourcing, and purchasing within approved budgets
- Prepare and present portfolio reports by extracting and interpreting data from property management systems
- Identify opportunities to improve occupancy, operational efficiency, and overall portfolio performance
- NQF Level 6 qualification in Property Management and/or Operations (advantageous)
- Minimum 5 years' experience in property or operations management
- Minimum 3 years' experience managing building operations teams
- Strong financial and budget management capability
- Solid understanding of facilities management and maintenance processes
- Experience working with property management systems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Team leadership
- Data analysis and reporting
- Operational planning and organising
- Problem solving and decision making
- Strong written and verbal communication
- High attention to detail