Job Description
Job Description
Salary :
Knickerbocker Group’s Property Management division is seeking a highly organized and self-motivated Property Manager to manage the ongoing maintenance and repairs of private client residences and company commercial buildings.
This individual will be responsible for working with the department’s Operations Manager and other Property Managers in scheduling and coordinating internal staff and external vendors to perform various tasks related to property maintenance.
The ideal candidate must be able to effectively respond to unexpected situations and make decisions / solve problems quickly and independently.
They must have excellent time management skills and a proven ability to juggle numerous tasks simultaneously, managing priorities and meeting deadlines with the appropriate sense of urgency.
Key Responsibilities :
- Provide regular project updates to Operations Manager and internal teams.
- Coordinate repairs and maintenance projects, collaborating with the Scheduler & Dispatcher to allocate resources efficiently.
- Utilize MaintainX software to assign and track tasks and project progress.
- Work with the Operations Manager to develop long-term maintenance plans, securing new vendor relationships for security, maintenance, and repair services.
- Foster positive client relationships, ensuring a high level of service and satisfaction.
- Perform onsite work, including seasonal home openings and closings, light repairs, painting, carpentry, and furniture moving.
- Provide feedback to design teams on serviceability and suggest improvements to processes and service offerings.
Physical Requirements :
- Ability to walk, stand, climb, crouch, and lift heavy items (50+ lbs) regularly.
- Comfortable working on ladders and in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments.
- Visual and auditory acuity to ensure work accuracy and safety.
Work Environment :
- Travel to job sites is required, with occasional travel to office locations.
- Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- The role is fast paced, requiring adaptability and quick decision-making.
Qualifications & Skills :
- High School diploma or technical education in a construction-related field, or equivalent experience.
- Strong knowledge of building systems and the ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues.
- Competent with basic power tools and general handyman skills.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
Knickerbocker Group is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including :
- Comprehensive health coverage : Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance, with the majority of premiums covered by the company.
- Health savings : HSA option available to help you save for medical expenses.
- Retirement planning : 401K plan options with an automatic 3% weekly employer contribution after one year.
- Security for the unexpected : Company-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, plus optional supplemental life insurance.
- Support when needed : Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential support.
- Ownership opportunities : Be part of our Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).
- Time to recharge : Generous paid time off, holidays, and a comprehensive parental leave policy.
- Invest in your growth : Generous reimbursement for continuing education and professional licensing.
- Pet-friendly perks : Employer-sponsored pet insurance to keep your furry family members covered.
- Flexibility : Enjoy workplace flexibility to support a balanced lifestyle.
Culture at KG
As a 100% employee-owned company, we value balance time with family, community involvement, and embracing all that Maine has to offer.
Knickerbocker Group has been repeatedly recognized as a Best Place to Work in Maine and as Best Architect and Best Builder by Down East magazine.
If you're excited to join a dynamic team working on top-tier residential and commercial projects, this is the place for you!
About Knickerbocker Group
Knickerbocker Group is a 100% employee-owned, award-winning design-build firm specializing in architecture, landscape architecture, interior design, property management, and construction services for custom homes and commercial spaces across Maine.
With offices in Boothbay, Portland, and soon Brunswick, we are a passionate team dedicated to creativity and craftsmanship from design to field execution.
Our Maine-rooted, nationally recognized work is driven by continuous learning, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to refining the design-build process.
With nearly 50 years of experience, we deliver top-tier service in a flexible, dynamic, and fun work environment that inspires innovation and impact.
Knickerbocker Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.