Regional Manager

Bender Companies is seeking an experienced Regional Manager to join our team. We're looking for a collaborative, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about developing teams, building strong communities, and delivering exceptional property performance.

The ideal candidate brings a positive, solution-oriented mindset, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to operational excellence and outstanding resident service.

• 1+ years of Regional Manager experience in the multifamily/apartment industry, overseeing at least 1,000 units across five or more apartment communities

• Experience leading and developing teams of 20+ employees

• Strong knowledge of financial management, budgeting, and operational performance

• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues

• Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

• A positive, collaborative attitude and commitment to providing quality workforce housing and outstanding resident experiences

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, business management, or a related field (preferred)

• CPM designation (preferred)

• Real Estate Broker's License (preferred)

• Willingness and ability to travel as needed

As a Regional Manager, you will oversee the operations and performance of a portfolio of properties, including supervising on-site staff, managing collections, leasing, resident turnover, preventive and corrective maintenance programs, purchasing, approving payables, and monitoring overall property performance.

• →Oversee property financial performance, including operating expenses, rent collections, and budget adherence, while partnering with Community Managers to optimize operations

• →Monitor property performance, including leasing activity, occupancy, and unit turnover

• →Review and approve purchase orders, invoices, and accounts payable within established approval authority

• →Guide Community Managers through capital projects and service contracts, assist with obtaining vendor bids, and approve expenditures within budget or secure additional approvals as needed

• →Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers.

• →Oversee renovation projects and capital improvement initiatives to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget

• →Recruit, hire, develop, and, when necessary, terminate Community Managers in accordance with company policies and procedures

• →Coach, train, and support Community Managers and on-site teams to drive operational excellence and professional growth

• →Conduct regular property visits and inspections to evaluate operations, office procedures, file compliance, vacant unit readiness, curb appeal, safety, and maintenance needs

• →Lead the annual budgeting process, partnering with property teams to forecast operating and capital expenditures

• →Assist with the preparation and submission of quarterly reserve replacement draws with lenders.

• →Prepare and review monthly investor reporting, including financial variance analyses, property performance updates, and key performance indicators

• →Partner with the acquisitions team during due diligence by evaluating property operations and developing renovation and capital improvement budgets

Where you will work:  

This position requires travel throughout Illinois 3–4 days per week to visit properties, with occasional travel to our other Midwest properties. 

Why work for Bender Companies:   

• →90% employer-paid coverage of base Medical Insurance plan  

• →75% employer-paid coverage of base Dental Insurance plan  

• →75% employer-paid coverage of Vision Insurance plan  

• →401K with company match  

• →11 Paid Holidays  

• →2 weeks of annual PTO  

• →16 hours of personal time  

• →Exciting company growth and potential for career advancement  

• →Supportive Team  

• →Mission focused on providing quality workforce housing 

Background checks will be performed on all qualified applicants. 

Equal opportunity employer.