Director, Portfolio Management
Westcliff is a privately owned real estate development company that unlocks the full potential of every property. For more than 50 years, Westcliff has actively participated in the development of prestigious properties in Canada and the United States. In addition to acting as developers, we provide full-service management of commercial, industrial and residential real estate projects.
Over the years, teamwork, integrity and creativity have contributed to the company's exceptional performance.
Recognized for its commitment to establishing lasting relationships with its partners and clients, Westcliff focuses on the excellence, efficiency, involvement and professionalism of its team members.
The Opportunity:
The Director, Portfolio Management, reporting to the Vice President, Operations, will provide strategic direction and oversight to the teams in charge of managing a diverse portfolio of Westcliff properties. In order to drive efficiencies and collaboration, this role will actively collaborate with key team members in property management, leasing, marketing, accounting, development, construction and legal departments.
Main Accountability:
Westcliff is a privately owned real estate development company that unlocks the full potential of every property. For more than 50 years, Westcliff has actively participated in the development of prestigious properties in Canada and the United States. In addition to acting as developers, we provide full-service management of commercial, industrial and residential real estate projects.
Over the years, teamwork, integrity and creativity have contributed to the company's exceptional performance.
Recognized for its commitment to establishing lasting relationships with its partners and clients, Westcliff focuses on the excellence, efficiency, involvement and professionalism of its team members.
The Opportunity:
The Director, Portfolio Management, reporting to the Vice President, Operations, will provide strategic direction and oversight to the teams in charge of managing a diverse portfolio of Westcliff properties. In order to drive efficiencies and collaboration, this role will actively collaborate with key team members in property management, leasing, marketing, accounting, development, construction and legal departments.
Main Accountability:
- Accountable for overseeing the performance of each property in its assigned portfolio.
- Directly contribute to the development of annual strategic asset plans and identify opportunities to enhance asset value and income.
- Work with the various property managers to ensure all financial aspects of the property are analyzed and managed in a timely fashion including reporting, collection of rents, execution of capital plans, and management of operating expenses.
- Improve property performance and operations through analysis of input from property teams and review of existing practices, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in corporate and regional initiatives to further advance property management best practices.
- Propose and drive innovative strategies to improve portfolio sustainability performance.
- Lead a large team providing coaching, mentorship, supervision, direction and support to the property management teams.
- Liaise with property management, marketing and leasing teams to ensure market positioning and strategic direction meet portfolio, client and company goals.
- Collaborate on development opportunities, including pro-forma preparation and stakeholder presentations.
- 10+ years of experience in commercial real estate management, including multi property responsibility with 20+ employees.
- Degree in Business Administration or a related field with expertise in financial analysis.
- Strong working knowledge of financial reporting, budget planning, forecasting, lease clause interpretation and recovery calculations.
- Fluent in French and English, with strong communication skills in both languages.
- Team-oriented, detail-focused, and able to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- Skilled in Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Yardi.