JOHN W. COMERFORD
***-* #*** ****** **, AUSTIN, TX 78701
512-***-**** ***********@******.******.***
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PROPERTY MANAGER
Resourceful, detail minded problem solver with substantial track record of
breakthrough results in commercial and residential property management.
Strong planner and organizer who can work independently or as part of team.
Reputation for effectively directing complex projects from inception
through completion. Applies consistent tact and diplomacy while building
and maintaining tenant/homeowner relations. Recognized for ensuring
property appearance and level of repair and service is never compromised.
Proficient in MS Office and customized property management software
systems. LEED Green Associate.
Core Competencies
< Customer Service
< Project Management
< Vendor/Contract Relations
< Building Maintenance/Supervision
< Monthly Accounting
< Marketing/Leasing
Operations Management
Supervising and coordinating daily operations of commercial and residential
properties including general administration, building maintenance and
management of community associations. Maintaining physical assets and
performance of community to achieve highest possible net operating income.
Preparing bid requests, negotiating and maintaining contracts, tenant/
homeowner concerns, monthly accounting and maintenance issues.
Communications /Lease Processing
Representing the organization to its public. Planning and coordinating
showings of properties. Generated qualified leads to fill property
vacancies. Serve as point of contact for new tenants throughout the leasing
process.
Career Chronology
Commercial Property Manager, 2010 Uniland
Development, Buffalo, NY
. Responsible for portfolio of properties in Downtown Buffalo including
office and mixed use buildings
. Oversaw operation of 680,000 square feet of rentable floor area
. Prepared budgets for property expenses of $2.9 million
Portfolio Property Manager, 2008-2010 The
Wentworth Group, Philadelphia, PA
. Oversaw all management aspects of condominiums in assigned portfolio
. Managed day-to-day business of accounts payable and accounts
receivable
. Handled all incoming phone calls from homeowners, vendors, and
internal associates
. Prepared all bid requests and presented incoming bids to executive
board
. Coordinated all vendors and contracts for associations
. Responsible for supervising on-site employees
. Led executive board meetings as well as general association meetings
. Kept records of all contracts, homeowner concerns, monthly accounting,
and maintenance issues
Commercial Property Manager, 2007
South Tech Real Estate Services, Las Vegas, NV
. Handled marketing, lease preparation, tenant relations, accounting for
700,000 sq.ft. of commercial space.
. Licensed Real Estate Agent/Property Management Permit
. Responsible for showing properties to prospective tenants
. Oversaw marketing campaigns to ensure effectiveness
. Acted as point of contact for all tenant improvements
. Handled incoming tenant requests regarding maintenance, billing, and
lease renewals
. Prepared bid proposals and purchase orders for maintenance, repairs,
and tenant improvements
Leasing Agent, 2006-2007
Pioneer Real Estate Services, Austin, TX
. Prepared property for move-in, built positive relations with new
tenants and investor owners.
. Licensed Realtor responsible for generating qualified leads to fill
property vacancies
. Assisted the Property Manager in preparing property before move-in
. Maintained relationships with property owners to assist in placing
prospective tenants and acted as point of contact for new tenants
through the leasing process
EDUCATION
The University of Texas, Austin, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology/Psychology