Our client is a full-service real estate firm specializing in the development, investment, and management of mixed-use, retail, multifamily, and office properties.

POSITION SUMMARY:  The VP/Asset Management is the senior strategic leader responsible for the overall performance of a premier mixed-use asset.  This role is primarily responsible for asset-level strategy, financial performance, and cross-functional leadership, while ensuring best-in-class property operations through the onsite team. The role reports directly to the Senior Vice President of Asset and Property Management.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leadership and Operations

• Provides enterprise-level oversight for the entire asset, including retail, Master Owners Association (specific areas outside of the Retail Component within the asset) and the District Owners Association (subterranean parking field).
• Ensures strategic alignment, operational excellence, and long-term value creation across all areas of the property.
• Leads and directs the onsite leadership team, including the General Manager.
• Primary liaison with institutional partner.
• Drives disciplined execution and elevates performance standards across operations.
• Ensures a cohesive, high-quality experience for tenants, customers, and stakeholders throughout the property.

Leasing and Market Strategy

• Partners with internal teams and third-party leasing brokers to support leasing strategy, including new leases and renewals.
• Maintains deep knowledge of the Atlanta market, including competitive properties, market supply and demand trends, leasing activity, evolving product trends, and demographic insights.
• Maintains awareness of emerging real estate and retain trends to support the asset’s ongoing relevance and long-term success.

Financial and Asset Performance

• Develop and execute the annual budget, strategic business plan, and asset-level initiatives to optimize performance and enhance value.
• Maintain full accountability for property-level financial performance, including profit and loss oversight, revenue growth, cost management, and cash flow optimization.
• Identify market and property trends and translate insights into actionable strategies that strengthen the asset’s performance and competitive position.
• Lead capital planning and capital improvement initiatives, including oversight of construction-related activities and project execution.
• Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly reporting for ownership and equity partners.

Marketing, Tenant Relations, and Stakeholder Engagement

• Oversees marketing strategy and brand execution to drive traffic, improve sales performance, and strengthen overall market relevance.
• Monitors tenant business performance and sales trends to identify opportunities, risks, and potential exposure related to bankruptcies or closures.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with tenants, local businesses, community organizations, media, and governmental stakeholders.
• Serves as a visible representative of the asset in the market and support initiatives that enhance the property’s reputation and community presence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible commercial real estate experience, with significant leadership responsibility in retail and/or mixed-use environments.
• Demonstrated experience in asset management, property operations, and strategic oversight of complex real estate assets.
• Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, reporting, and business planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, executive-level reports and presentations.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams across operations, construction, leasing, marketing, and revenue generation.
• High level of initiative, sound judgment, and ability to operate effectively in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment.

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