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IES Communications · 1 week ago

Real Estate Asset Manager

Sugar Land, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

IES Communications is a national provider of industrial products and infrastructure services. The Real Estate Asset Manager is responsible for optimizing the company's portfolio of owned and leased real estate assets, managing property performance, financial analysis, lease administration, and strategic planning across multiple markets.

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Responsibilities

Manage and optimize IES’s real estate portfolio with a primary focus on workforce housing assets, including both single family and multifamily properties, as well as IES’s corporate offices, warehouses, and operational facilities

Conduct property performance assessments

Develop and execute asset acquisition and disposition strategies aligned with business objectives

Prepare annual budgets, forecasts, and variance analysis for real estate portfolio

Conduct financial modeling for capital improvements, lease vs. buy decisions, and portfolio optimization

Generate monthly and quarterly reporting for senior executives

Oversee lease negotiations, renewals, and modifications across the portfolio

Manage tenant relationships and coordinate with property management companies

Ensure compliance with lease terms and optimize occupancy rates

Develop and oversee capital improvement plans and maintenance schedules

Coordinate with facilities teams on preventive maintenance and emergency repairs

Manage vendor relationships and service contracts

Analyze real estate markets to identify opportunities and risks

Support expansion planning and site selection for new facilities

Provide market intelligence for strategic business decisions

Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

Coordinate insurance requirements and claims

Conduct comprehensive diligence on all prospective properties

Work with the tax department to identify real estate-related tax benefits

Provide transactional support for acquisitions, dispositions, and capital improvements, ensuring alignment with tax planning objectives

Maintain accurate documentation of real estate transactions to support tax compliance, audits, and optimization efforts

Qualification

Commercial real estate experienceFinancial analysisPortfolio managementReal estate softwareProperty management systemsLease administrationBudget managementMarket analysisAnalytical skillsGAAPTax conceptsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsProject management

Required

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business Administration, or related field OR Relevant experience

Minimum 5-7 years of commercial real estate experience with focus on asset management

Experience managing multi-property portfolios valued at $50M+

Proven track record in financial analysis and budget management

Experience with residential real estate management

Proficiency in Excel, financial modeling, and real estate software (e.g. Argus & CoStar)

Familiarity with property management systems and lease administration platforms

Basic understanding of real estate tax concepts

Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Valid driver's license and ability to travel 25-30%

Preferred

Professional certifications such as CPM, RPA, or CRE

LEED AP or other sustainability certifications

8+ years of commercial real estate experience in corporate or institutional settings

Background in industrial, warehouse, residential or specialty facility management

Experience in electrical, construction, or technology industries

Knowledge of real estate accounting principles and GAAP

Experience supporting real estate tax planning and analysis

Knowledge of tax concepts related to commercial and residential real estate holdings, including depreciation, 1031 exchanges, and property tax assessments

Understanding of cost segregation studies and other tax deferral or incentive strategies