CAREERS
JUNIOR BROKER – RETAIL ( Commercial Real Estate License Required)
Overview: The Junior Broker-Retail position at Lee & Associates Raleigh Durham is a structured 24-month program designed to immerse candidates in the retail sector of commercial real estate, gradually transitioning them from administrative support to full broker. In the initial phase, the Junior Broker will assist senior brokers with market research, preparing listing presentations, and managing client communications, while gaining foundational knowledge of property types, lease structures, and financial modeling. As they progress, they will engage in client-facing activities, including property tours and transaction negotiations. The program culminates with the Junior Broker taking on full responsibility for managing deals, cultivating client relationships, and growing their portfolio within the retail real estate market.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Assist in managing and organizing transactions from start to finish.
- Respond to all incoming inquiries including calls, emails, Loopnet, CREXi, etc. within 24 hours.
- Qualify inquiries and forward specific information to potential prospects.
- Prepare new listing agreements with continuous tracking of all listings ensuring they are current and in compliance with up-to-date company policies.
- Coordinate with marketing on new listings to generate all marketing correspondence including flyers, signs, Matterports, etc.
- Prospect for new tenants for active listings through networking, cold calling and marketing strategies.
- Coordinate property showings and inspections.
- Conduct market research and gather property information for property/market comps.
- Assist in drafting and editing LOIs, leases, PSAs and other agreements.
- Maintain and update property databases and leasing updates for all listings.
- Upload transactions to Dealius.
- Assist with scheduling appointments, meetings, and arrangements for ICSC and other conferences.
- Develop and maintain relationships with the brokerage community, retailers, clients, investors and other industry professionals.
- Establish and maintain involvement with industry organizations, Chambers, and other community organizations.
- Collaborate with attorneys, architects, contractors and other professionals involved in the CRE arena.
- Update weekly action item report that tracks deal progress.
Requirements:
- Commercial Real Estate License
- 1-3 years’ experience in commercial real estate or sales preferred.
- Knowledge of commercial real estate transactions and terminology is a plus.
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Excellent organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and document preparation. Include the word “detail” in the header of your cover letter.
- Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and colleagues.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team and manage multiple clients and transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Why Join Us?
- Be a part of a leading commercial real estate firm with a strong reputation and significant growth potential.
- Opportunity to be a part of an inaugural program to be trained and work for senior, highly successful brokers as you pursue a career in commercial real estate.
- Monthly stipend for 12 months transitioning to partial stipend/partial commission.
Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to frontdeskrdu@lee-associates.com
PROPERTY MANAGER
Full-Time, exempt
Overview and Daily Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Anticipate and respond to owner’s needs and concerns.
- Provide and foster positive relationships with tenants, external clients, and internal clients
- Develop operating and capital budgets, track variances, oversee the completion of CAM reconciliations, and ensure a smooth recovery process.
- Review and distribute monthly and/or quarterly financial and expense variance reports.
- Maintain contact with third-party owners and accounting teams to ensure total contract compliance, including preparation of accurate and timely reporting.
- Review and approve all accounts payable, ensuring accurate general ledger coding and property allocations.
- Monitor accounts receivable and ensure the timely collection of rent in accordance with lease terms and coordinate default proceedings.
- Assist SVP of Property Management in supervising, hiring, and training of management and maintenance employees.
- Research, bid, and supervise contracts and third-party vendor services.
- Perform regular inspections of assigned portfolio, recommend and work alongside maintenance team and clients to resolve issues.
- Work in conjunction with maintenance team to assign employees to duties such as maintenance, repair, or renovation and obtains bids for additional work from outside contractors.
- Coordinate and oversee on behalf of clients, all tenant and building construction work to ensure timely and accurate completion.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed.
- After hours on call required on a rotating basis.
- Participate in leasing and client team meetings and ensure effective communication between leasing and property management team members to achieve client’s goals and objectives.
Qualifications:
- Produce well-written reports, business correspondence, and SOP manuals.
- Effectively present information and respond to questions from clients, tenants, coworkers, vendors, and the general public.
- Read, analyze, and interpret legal documents (lease documents, claims of lien, etc.).
- Ability to analyze, interpret and explain financial statements and calculate dollar and percentage variances.
- Skills to forecast and prepare annual budgets and expense reconciliations.
- Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors.
- Yardi experience preferred.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally need to move from floor to floor, ascend/descend stairs, and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 75% of the time. This position frequently communicates with clients, tenants, vendors, and coworkers and accurate exchange of information.
To apply, submit resume and qualifications to Jeremy Laughton at jlaughton@lee-associates.com.
BUILDING MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Position Summary:This position requires a building technician to travel to multiple properties throughout the region using the company maintenance vehicle. Clean DMV report required. This position will cover multiple property types (office, retail, flex space, and light warehouse).The position works with the property management teams on routine maintenance projects. The Building Maintenance Technician utilizes skills to perform preventative maintenance and corrective repair of buildings, industrial systems, building equipment and grounds. Working under limited supervision, the role monitors building system operations and performance, and directs vendors and subcontractors when needed. The Building Maintenance Technician utilizes several trade skills such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, roofing, and HVAC.
Overview and Daily Responsibilities:
The essential duties and responsibilities of this position may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Review, track, and close out property work orders. Estimate time and materials needed to complete repairs. Maintain inventory of adequate supplies, materials and tools, and order, as necessary, to complete all tasks.
- Perform assigned repairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency maintenance. Complete maintenance and repair records as required.
- Inspect property exterior to ensure positive curb appeal. Pick up trash in dumpster enclosures, parking lots, flower/shrub beds, lawns, stairwells, and any other place it may accumulate.
- Maintain the building lighting systems, including element and ballast repairs or replacements. Or, if qualified, direct the activities or vendors to do same.
- Respond quickly to emergency situations, summoning additional assistance as needed. After hours on call required on a rotating basis.
- Perform various maintenance assignments: Roof inspections, Fire/Life safety system inspections, Ceiling tile repairs/replacements, Minor plumbing work (toilets, urinals, sinks, etc.), Minor HVAC repairs (including filters, belts, diagnostics), and other projects/assignments throughout the properties.
- Lead property maintenance operations and provide guidance for vendors and sub-contractors. Oversee and inspect the work performed by HVAC, plumbing and electrical contractors.
- Perform monthly elevator fire recall tests.
- Consult with property management teams to schedule preventative maintenance and other downtime projects.
| Job Category | Administrative, Operations & Staff |
To apply, submit resume and qualifications to Jeremy Laughton at jlaughton@lee-associates.com.