Position Overview
The Property Operations Manager supports the General Manager in overseeing the daily operations, maintenance, and capital projects of a major retail lifestyle center located in Arlington, Texas. This hands-on role ensures the property is maintained to the highest operational, safety, and appearance standards while managing vendors, supervising on-site operations staff, coordinating tenant construction activity, and overseeing capital improvement projects. The role works closely with property management, leasing, and corporate teams to maintain a safe and high-performing retail environment for tenants and customers.
About Property
This property is a 715,000-square-foot retail lifestyle center with a significant power center component serving the Arlington and greater Dallas–Fort Worth market. The center features a diverse mix of national retailers, restaurants, entertainment venues, and service-oriented tenants and experiences substantial daily customer traffic.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee day-to-day physical operations and maintenance of the property.
• Conduct regular property inspections to ensure safety and adherence to company standards.
• Manage service vendors and contractors including landscaping, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Oversee capital improvement projects and landlord work to ensure completion on schedule and within budget.
• Review tenant construction drawings and coordinate tenant build-out activity.
• Respond to tenant maintenance requests and coordinate timely resolution.
• Assist with preparation and management of operating and capital budgets.
• Maintain operational reports, records, and vendor documentation.
• Supervise on-site operations and maintenance staff.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety standards and company policies.
• Support the General Manager with operational planning and asset performance initiatives.
Qualifications
• 8+ years of experience in commercial property operations or facilities management, preferably with retail assets.
• Experience managing large commercial properties, lifestyle centers, or power centers preferred.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life safety systems.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, leases, and construction contracts.
• Strong vendor management and contractor coordination experience.
• Experience supervising maintenance or operations staff.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards and BOMA best practices.
Preferred Certifications: CPM®, RPA®, CFM®, FMP®, or similar property/facilities certifications. HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or OSHA safety certifications are also beneficial.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be commensurate with experience and includes eligibility for an annual performance bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.