Real Estate Recruiter

Los Angeles, CA (In-Office, 5 Days a Week)

Who We Are

At CloudKitchens, we’re building the infrastructure that powers the future of food. We acquire, transform, and operate real estate assets globally—turning underutilized properties into high-performance commercial kitchen facilities for thousands of restaurant partners. Our Real Estate, Expansion, and Operations teams work at lightning speed to identify, acquire, and launch properties that enable operators to grow with lower upfront costs and minimal complexity.

What You’ll Do

As a Real Estate Recruiter, you will play a critical role in scaling the teams responsible for site sourcing, acquisitions, underwriting, expansion, construction, and asset management. You’ll recruit the dealmakers, operators, and execution-focused builders who will drive CloudKitchens’ next phase of global real estate growth.

You will:

• Own the full recruitment lifecycle for Real Estate, Expansion, Development, Construction, and Operations roles across multiple regions.
• Partner directly with Real Estate leadership to define hiring needs, calibrate on talent, and align recruiting strategy to market expansion goals.
• Build strong pipelines through market mapping, proactive outreach, and targeted sourcing of CRE talent (acquisitions, brokerage, development, project management, underwriting, and more).
• Drive strategic hiring initiatives that improve time-to-fill, increase hiring quality, and support aggressive market growth plans.
• Use funnel data and insights to identify bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and maintain a consistently high bar for talent.

What We’re Looking For

• 4–6 years of full-cycle recruiting experience, ideally with exposure to commercial real estate, expansion, development, or construction talent.
• Strong understanding of CRE roles: acquisitions, leasing, development, project management, construction, underwriting, asset management.
• Proven success managing high-impact, fast-moving searches across multiple geographies.
• A strategic partner who can influence leaders, advise on talent markets, and drive clarity in role definition and leveling.
• Exceptional communicator able to build trust with senior stakeholders and candidates.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and data-driven, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, execution-heavy environment.
• Mission-first mindset—comfortable operating with urgency and extreme ownership.

Why Join Us

• High-impact role: Hire the builders shaping CloudKitchens’ global real estate footprint.
• Builder culture: Work alongside dealmakers and operators who move fast and own outcomes.
• Massive growth opportunity: Directly influence how we scale our portfolio across North America and beyond.

What Else You Need to Know

This role is onsite in our Los Angeles HQ, 5 days a week. In-person collaboration is essential in a business where speed, alignment, and operational clarity drive success.

Base Salary Range: $90,000 – $110,000 per year
Final compensation is dependent on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Eligible for equity and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees)

Insurance & Financial Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision (multiple plan options incl. HSA)
• Company-paid life & disability insurance
• Voluntary plans: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
• Supplemental life insurance (employee, spouse, children)
• Pet insurance discount
• 401(k)
• HSA + FSA (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)

Time Off

• Discretionary vacation
• 8 paid holidays
• Paid sick time
• Paid parental leave
• Bereavement leave

Benefits are subject to change at the company’s discretion.
CSS accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

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Who we are

At ProFood, we're building Infrastructure for Better Food. We are an international owner-developer specializing in real estate for food-focused businesses. We build and manage the entire spectrum of food production and distribution real estate. 

Since 2019, we have built, leased and managed over 5M square feet of space for food production, processing, storage and distribution.

Our development approach is based on a deep understanding of the needs of food businesses, as well as the design and engineering principles required to build and operate complex production facilities

What you’ll do

• Identify, qualify, and manage tenants from prospect to signed LOI, including direct negotiation of terms and collaboration with internal teams to ensure alignment with development and acquisition strategy.
• Build and manage a targeted outbound strategy to identify potential tenants, referral sources, and strategic partners aligned with our industrial real estate portfolio.
• Develop deep knowledge of food manufacturing operations, space requirements, workflows, and growth constraints to inform outreach, deal structuring, and lease terms.
• Proactively build and maintain relationships with brokers, consultants, suppliers, operators, and other industry stakeholders who can provide insight, introductions, and deal opportunities.
• Track, prioritize, and cultivate relationships over time, distinguishing between surface-level contacts and high-value, long-term partners.
• Work closely with development, acquisition, construction, and internal leadership teams to translate tenant requirements into actionable project plans and deal structures.
• Manage the deal process from start to finish while leveraging mentorship and internal guidance as needed.Build and manage a targeted outbound strategy to identify potential tenants, referral sources, and strategic partners aligned with our development focus.

What we’re looking for

• 4-6 years of experience in the commercial/industrial/retail real estate sector.
• Experience in leasing, acquisitions, development, or asset management for an investment platform, national developer, or top commercial brokerage.
• Deep functional knowledge of the real estate leasing process, understanding key value drivers for both the Landlord and Tenant in a LOI negotiation.
• Excellent time management/organizational skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly motivated, driven, self-starter, determined to achieve measurable results.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong entrepreneurial spirit, self-motivated, and coachable.
• Non-residential experience (Commercial and Industrial exp).

Why join us

• Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
• Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery. 
• Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success.

What else you should know

This role is based in our New York office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week. 

The base salary range for this role is $106,000 to $125,000 per year.

Add’l Incentive Compensation: Individuals can earn an estimated annual incentive compensation range of $31,000 - $37,500 when meeting performance expectations. Actual incentive compensation varies based on individual sales performance and targets.

Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Base salary is just one part of your total rewards package. You may also be eligible for equity awards and an annual performance-based bonus.

Benefits Summary (USA Full-Time Exempt Employees):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options).
• Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term).
• Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity.
• Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children.
• Pet insurance discount.
• 401(k).
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Time Off policies:
• Discretionary vacation days
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick time
• Paid Bereavement leave
• Paid Parental Leave

Benefits Are Subject To Change At The Company's Discretion.

Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.

Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?

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Company Overview 

Asset Living is a third-party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living's growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.    

Asset Living is a fast-growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US.  At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe 'Together We Lead, Together We Succeed’. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as our company grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning.

Recognized as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility.    

Marketing Manager

As the Marketing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in providing unparalleled strategic marketing support and insight to a portfolio of properties, serving both our operational leadership team and our valued clients. In this role, you will collaborate closely with operational leadership to establish and execute effective marketing efforts and leverage your expertise to develop and implement innovative marketing plans, while continuously analyzing performance data to ensure efficiency and success. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Works closely with operational leadership on maintaining successful property marketing efforts that supports overall leasing efforts of assigned portfolio.
• Responsible for leveraging centralized marketing team support, individual expertise, and preferred vendor partner services to develop and execute marketing plans and strategy for assigned portfolio.
• Responsible for analyzing ongoing leasing and marketing performance, as well as preparing and providing performance data reporting to operational leadership and clients.
• Responsible for recommending and overseeing the execution of long-term and short-term goals with timelines, benchmarks, and KPIs using data to drive decision making and recommendations.
• Participates in regularly scheduled calls with operational leadership and clients to review marketing performance of assigned communities.
• Provides leasing and marketing training and best practices to onsite teams.
• Creates additional marketing ideas and campaigns for prospects, resident referrals, resident events, etc. to increase social media presence and drive qualified traffic to the communities.
• Creates 30-60-90-day marketing action plans for properties not meeting occupancy goals.
• Confidence in presenting recommendations, ideas and strategies to operations and ownership in a way that illustrates pros, cons, risk, and reward.
  
• Travel Requirement: This position entails travel, estimated at 50% of work time annually. Travel may be required for property visits, conferences, training sessions, or other business-related activities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Proven experience in marketing support or a similar role.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of consumer/user digital experience.
• Familiarity with online digital marketing platforms.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.
• Creative mindset with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.

Preferred

• 3-5 years marketing experience that directly supports marketing manager responsibilities; paid digital media, marketing strategy, data-driven decision making. 
• Experience in Real Estate Property Management
• Experience with Property Management Software – Yardi, Onesite, Entrata
• Experience with industry-related CRMs – Rent Dynamics, Knock. 
  

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.

Company Overview 

Asset Living is a third-party management firm and a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living's growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.   

Asset Living is a fast-growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US. At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe 'Together We Lead, Together We Succeed. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as our company grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning.    

Recognized as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility.   

Regional Manager

The Regional Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire operations of a housing community portfolio. As a Regional Manager, you will manage all phases of the operations, including personnel, leasing, maintenance, financial, administration & risk management. As an offsite leader, you will supervise all aspects of the property and staff to ensure compliance with Asset’s company policies and procedures, safety and fair housing guidelines, and liability concerns.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Personnel Management

• Use consistent techniques & company directives to screen, hire, train, coach, and develop on-site staff
• Ensure effectiveness of staff through ongoing training, coaching, counseling, and guidance in compliance with Asset training benchmarks
• Deal effectively and consistently with performance problems; document adequately, communicate with direct supervisor and HR and terminate appropriately when necessary
• Prepare request for a salary increase for Community Manager and assist with other team members if necessary; sign off on all requests from the site
• Ensure all counseling statements, written evaluations, and salary requests are provided for review to the Regional & Senior Vice President and delivered to the Human Resource department
• Approve all timesheets and ensure hours indicated are correct, vacation and sick time reported, and signatures available
• Deal effectively and consistently with performance problems; document adequately, communicate with Regional & Senior Vice President and HR and terminate appropriately when necessary
• Promote harmony and quality job performance of staff through support and effective leadership
• Ensure staff compliance and consistency with Company policies and procedures

Financial Management

• Achieve the highest possible net operating income through the implementation of effective cost control and revenue & leasing improvement; identify trends and recommend strategies and adjustments
• Develop yearly operating budgets/forecasts
• Provide monthly written evaluation of income and expense line items that are significantly over budget
• Provide Capital improvement suggestions for the future of the site
• Monitor all proposals and contracts for large projects at sites and check work in progress
• Monitor & maintain the timely receipt and reconciliation of deposits, rent collections, and charges to ensure submitted on a timely basis
• Monitor & approve the timely receipt, reconciliation, and coding of all vendor invoices
• Ensure property closeout is completed on time and ownership financial reports are accurate

Strategic Leasing Management

• Develop yearly marketing plan and utilize marketing strategies & systems
• Provide marketing strategy to generate rentals or for rent increases
• Ensure staff leasing techniques are effective in obtaining closure, follow up procedures met, signing/documentation of leases, and reporting systems are accurate and up to date
• Deal with resident complaints, concerns, and requests to ensure resident satisfaction
• Develop and implement resident retention programs (i.e., resident functions, special promotions, monthly newsletter, etc.) 
• Effectively show, lease, and move in prospective residents

Administrative & Maintenance Management

• Ensure all administrative & leasing reporting is accurate, complete, and submitted on a timely basis
• Assist with the emergency team for the property; ensures proper response and handling of all property emergencies with staff, residents, buildings, etc. within company guidelines to minimize liability
• Manage excellent customer service and monitor service request turnaround and responsiveness of maintenance staff
• Maintain property appearance and ensure repairs are noted and completed on a timely basis (this requires regular property inspections and tours)
• Plan for and utilize property resources, equipment and supplies economically (i.e., obtaining bids/pricing from vendors, suppliers, and contractors, dealing with inadequate service, etc.)
• Give direction to and monitor maintenance, construction, and rehabilitation activities to ensure quality and expediency (i.e., “walk” units to ensure make-ready and work orders are completed)

Travel

• This position entails travel, estimated at 25-50% of work time annually. Travel may be required for property visits, conferences, training sessions, or other business-related activities.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or Equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred or four years experience in the housing industry; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience 
• Certified Apartment Manager (CAM) or Accredited Resident Manager (ARM) preferred 
• Ability to understand and perform all on-site software functions; basic computer skills required 
• Must have basic knowledge of Fair Housing Laws and OSHA requirements 

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.

We are seeking a Development Manager / Senior Development Manager to join our Los Angeles-based team, focused on the execution of large-scale mixed-use developments. This role is ideal for a candidate coming from an institutional real estate platform who is looking to take on greater ownership of deals within a well-capitalized, vertically integrated environment.

The Development Manager will play a key role in driving projects from early due diligence through construction, working closely with senior leadership while managing day-to-day execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day development management of assigned projects from due diligence through construction
• Manage and coordinate third-party consultants, including architects, engineers, and other design professionals
• Oversee entitlement processes, design development, and project budgeting
• Partner with internal acquisitions team to review underwriting assumptions and provide execution input
• Track project schedules, risks, and key milestones to ensure alignment with business plans
• Support contract negotiations and consultant agreements
• Coordinate across internal teams including finance, legal, and construction
• Provide regular project updates to senior leadership

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in real estate development or project management role at an institutional firm.
• Experience with large complex mixed-use development projects
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and consultants independently
• Strong understanding of entitlement, design, and pre-construction processes
• Familiarity with development underwriting and pro forma review
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Self-motivated and proactive with a strong work ethic and a commitment to delivering high-quality results.
• Knowledge of local zoning regulations, building codes, and permitting requirements in the Los Angeles area is required.
• Background in business, architecture, planning, engineering, or related discipline preferred
• MBA or MSRE/MRED strongly preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills

This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.

We have ambitious expansion plans and we’re looking for a Director of Real Estate to help shape the next chapter of our growth. In this role, you’ll lead the full real estate strategy; from identifying high-potential markets and evaluating new sites to structuring and negotiating deals that position Philz for long-term success. You’ll bring a data-driven lens to every decision, balancing performance, brand presence, and community impact as we expand our retail footprint.

You’ll work side by side with our Chief Development Officer and partner with teams across Real Estate, Finance, and Operations to drive disciplined, strategic growth in key markets.

This role is remote, giving you the flexibility to work from home while staying closely connected to where the action happens - our stores. To make the most of that connection, you’ll need to be based in either the San Francisco Bay Area or Los Angeles. Being in our market means you’ll have the chance to see the impact of your work firsthand and stay close to our operations and culture that Betters People's Day.

WHAT YOU'LL DO 

Site Selection

• Visit markets, research and analyze trade areas, review opportunities and make calculated recommendations for specific sites, prepare site packages and tours for approval
• Work closely with Real Estate Finance and Operations on due diligence and timing for deal crafting to facilitate internal processes
• Track deal pipeline and performance goals

 Market Analysis

• Participate in strategic planning
• Implementation of the market strategy to ensure the ideal store deployment for that season as well as the optimal balance between occupancy cost, store count and sales potential
• Maintain excellent documentation of past deals to ensure that knowledge/information can be called on to better future positioning and deals
• In collaboration with key stakeholders, develop the overall real estate strategy for a designated geographic region in the U.S. in line with the Company's overall Real Estate Plan and goals
• Present real estate strategy and locations for approval by CEO/COO/CDO for all locations within geography

Negotiations & Relationship Management

• Foster and utilize broker, landlord, and other industry relationships
• Manage landlords, developers, and third-party broker/vendor relationships. Ensure productive and effective relationships with internal departments as well as a strong partnership with the store operations team.
• Interface directly with developers and/or brokers and landlords in order to ensure the best possible leasing terms while maintaining an excellent business relationship
• Address and resolve questions and challenges from developers and property managers regarding our stores
• LOI and lease negotiation in line with the company's real estate vision

 WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• 7+ years of experience in retail site selection & deal negotiation
• Retail rollout experience; preferably with a quality QSR or lifestyle concept
• Proven track record of executing strategy, meeting deadlines, hitting goals
• Strong financial acumen
• Previous experience working in California and the attached Western states preferred
• Keen attention to details
• Excellent negotiating skills and concern for quality deal making

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Visual acuity.
• Role involves sitting most of the time, walking and standing are required only occasionally
• Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; those activities where detailed or important spoken instructions must be conveyed to others
• Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• May exert up to 10-20 pounds of force occasionally to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects

Company Overview 

Asset Living is a third-party management firm with a proven partner in fostering thriving communities nationwide. Founded in 1986, Asset Living has decades of experience delivering exceptional value to our partners. Since the beginning, our undeniable passion has driven our organic growth from a small property management firm to one of the most trusted allies in real estate. Asset Living's growing portfolio includes a multitude of properties across the country that span the multifamily, single-family home rentals, affordable housing, build-to-rent, active adult, and student housing divisions.   

Asset Living is a fast-growing company made up of talented individuals from diverse backgrounds that differentiate us and help us drive innovation and results for our clients and communities across the US. At Asset Living, we wholeheartedly believe 'Together We Lead, Together We Succeed. We empower each other to lead by example, collaborate, and evolve – inspired by our belief that we can continually improve as individuals and as an organization. Together, we create an environment where every voice is heard, every idea is valued, and every individual experiences opportunities to grow as our company grows. When you join Asset Living, you become part of a dynamic team that thrives on unity, unique talents, and a universal culture of winning.    

Recognized as one of the nation's Best and Brightest Places to Work and ranked in the NMHC top 50 professionals, join Asset Living because of its reputation as the most trusted partner in real estate, workplace culture, and growth opportunities. Asset Living is a member of The Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM) and is recognized as an Accredited Management Organization (AMO). Together, we lead the way, and together, we achieve excellence in all that we do. Join a workplace where success is a collective journey and leadership is a shared responsibility.   

TOPS Community Manager Specialist 

The TOPS Community Manager Specialist is a floating leadership role within Asset Living’s internal talent agency (TOPS). This position provides short-term (1–90 day) on-site operational leadership to communities experiencing staffing transitions, vacancies, new acquisitions, performance needs, or stabilization efforts. 

The role mirrors all responsibilities of a standard Community Manager while providing rapid-deployment support, stabilizing site operations, and ensuring compliance with Asset’s policies, procedures, and service standards. The TOPS Community Manager Specialist must be highly adaptable, capable of quickly assessing operational gaps, and skilled in stepping into leadership roles with little transition time. 

Assignments vary and may include multifamily, affordable, BTR, active adult, or student housing environments. 

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Site Oversight 

• Oversee daily operations of assigned communities in alignment with Asset Living Community Manager expectations.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety practices, fair housing, and operational standards.
• Conduct daily property walks, risk assessments, and quality checks.
• Lead the emergency response process for the community while on assignment. 

Personnel Management 

• Provide short-term supervision, coaching, and direction to on-site staff; ensure operational continuity.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and training needs as requested by Regional leadership.
• Promote teamwork, stability, and performance during temporary leadership transitions. 

Financial & Administrative Management 

• Ensure timely rent collection, deposit reconciliation, invoice processing, and accurate financial reporting.
• Support or create budgets/forecasts as assigned; identify trends and recommend corrective actions.
• Review and approve resident files, leases, renewals, and required documentation. 

Strategic Leasing Management 

• Ensure leasing and marketing strategies are executed effectively—closure rates, follow-up, documentation, and reporting. 
• Assist with resident satisfaction initiatives, retention efforts, and event execution.
• Support leasing teams in achieving occupancy goals and stabilizing performance. 

Maintenance & Risk Management 

• Monitor service request turnaround times; ensure resident expectations are met.
• Ensure property appearance standards are maintained through inspections and timely repair oversight.
• Coordinate with maintenance, contractors, and vendors to ensure work is completed safely and efficiently. 

Assignment Readiness & Adaptability 

• Rapidly assess operational strengths, gaps, and priorities at each assignment to ensure smooth continuity.
• Provide high-confidence leadership during transitions such as turnovers, manager vacancies, or property onboarding.
• Serve as an Asset Living culture ambassador, modeling best practices and reinforcing departmental standards. 

Education & Experience

• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Two to four years of property management experience preferred.
• CAM or ARM certification preferred.
• Ability to learn and execute all on-site software functions.
• Knowledge of Fair Housing and OSHA requirements.
• Travel Requirements:
  • Frequent travel required; role may rotate between properties weekly or monthly.
  • Reliable transportation required. 

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements.

For individuals hired to work in California, Asset Living is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of California and includes the range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; etc. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role would be near the top end of the compensation range, but that decision will be dependent on the facts associated with each specific individual’s relevant experience for the role.  A reasonable estimate of the range is $65,000 - $75,000.

The Sr. Director of Engineering is responsible for the coordination and supervision of all aspects of engineering operations. This includes personnel management within the engineering department, oversight of third-party engineering services firms, building tenant and client relations, and delivery on the strategic goals of the Company.

The role includes supervising direct reports, implementing new processes, assisting in the planning and execution of bids for third-party services, and leading quality control oversight of external engineering firms. The Sr. Director ensures clear and effective communication around organizational changes, mergers, or acquisitions, while maintaining a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment for building tenants.

This position is also responsible for maintaining and enhancing the value of building assets by extending the life of building systems and infrastructure, with a strong and consistent emphasis on service excellence.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Lead all engineering and operational aspects across the region, emphasizing strategic oversight, planning, and continuous improvement.
• Drive the development and implementation of innovative energy-saving and sustainability programs that establish market-wide best practices.
• Establish and nurture relationships with clients, stakeholders, third-party engineering service providers, and senior leadership to support new business opportunities and enhance platform performance and profitability.
• Oversee major capital projects, including retrofits and technological upgrades, ensuring alignment with long-term growth strategies and asset performance goals.
• Direct operational and budgetary strategy, integrating long-term financial objectives to maximize return on investment and achieve cost efficiencies.

Leadership & Staff Development

• Provide leadership, support, and guidance to engineering staff as needed.
• Develop and administer staff training and professional development programs.
• Review and approve career development standards and advancement plans.
• Research and implement best practices to strengthen staff performance and engagement.

Internal & External Collaboration

• Collaborate with building owners and asset managers to ensure reliable building operations and support client profitability.
• Partner with vendors to perform building assessments and underwriting as assigned.
• Develop financial models and staffing plans to support operational goals.
• Serve as a key leader within the national engineering leadership group, contributing to organizational strategy and initiatives.

Desired Competency, Experience and Skills:

Education and Experience

• 15+ years of industry-related experience in engineering, facilities management, or building operations leadership.

Licenses

• Engineering and trade licenses required in accordance with local, state, or national regulations.
• Journeyman or HVAC license preferred.

Certifications

• SMT/SMA certification preferred.

Technical Expertise

• Demonstrate expert knowledge of HVAC systems, building automation systems (BAS), fire protection and life safety systems, troubleshooting techniques, capital budgeting, and energy management practices.
• Possess strong skills in contract administration and project management.

Maintenance & Inspections

• Develop and administer all maintenance-related protocols, processes, and standards.
• Review and provide guidance on Property Condition Assessments (PCAs), environmental reports, indoor air quality (IAQ) evaluations, structural assessments, and all other building inspections for both new and existing assets.

Emergency Response

• Serve as program leader and primary support resource for emergency response efforts across all locations.

Safety & Compliance

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of safety training programs tailored to regional needs.
• Develop and deploy new training modules focused on emerging safety regulations and company-specific protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and implement improvements to enhance comprehension and retention.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive system to track compliance across all regional facilities, ensuring timely reporting and corrective actions as required.
• Partner with building engineers and facility teams to identify potential safety risks and proactively develop mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate regional safety audits and inspections, ensuring consistent application of OSHA, NEC, NFC, and company-specific safety standards.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to local staff on safety best practices and compliance requirements.
• Maintain detailed and accurate compliance records to support audits and regional reporting.

Required Competencies

• Models a Service-Oriented Mindset
• Communicates Effectively
• Ensures Accountability
• Builds Effective Teams
• Drives Strategic Vision and Purpose

Computer and Software Skills

• Expert knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Advanced proficiency with energy management software systems, computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), and other building operational platforms.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as stooping, crouching, and kneeling as needed to support engineering operations.

This position is 100% in-office. The role requires working in office during standard business hours. Remote work or telecommuting is not an option for this position.