Senior Property Manager & Special Projects

Lutheran Social Service of Minnesota is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive, and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize, and reward employees. Consider joining us!

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure the organization's commercial real properties in greater MN are well-maintained to meet the needs of LSS team members and the people we serve. Responsibilities include performing detailed property and maintenance inspections, maintaining accurate and complete building documentation, managing select building operating budgets, timely and appropriate response to emergent building needs including working with building owners at leased sites and the creation and execution of a five-year capital plan to ensure capital dollars are optimized.

A successful Sr. Property Manager will effectively partner with and support all LSS Lines of Service and building renters as it relates to property use, maintenance and capital improvements. In addition, this role requires project management of all capital projects with a focus on safety, total cost of ownership, positive impact on the people we serve and environmental impact. In addition, this role will be responsible for supporting special projects, such as office moves, on an as‑needed basis at other commercial properties.

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Facilities Management, project management or other related field. Relevant experience of five or more years may substitute education.
• 5+ years relevant work experience, including project management.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Prefer a Construction background, hands‑on building maintenance experience & familiarity with IBC International Building Code and local building codes.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, building automation software, security system software, OSHA compliance, building mechanical systems.
• Experience in negotiations and management.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal codes/regulations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Work experience in equipment procurement, building layout, staff relocation logistical planning, and equipment utilization preferred.
• Ability to read and understand architectural & engineering documents (Mechanical, Structural, Civil, and Electrical) preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.

• Dedicated - Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
• Enthusiastic - Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Team Player - Works well as a member of a group
• Functional Expert - Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Innovative - Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking
• Detail Oriented - Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.