The daily operations of a condominium community are managed a condominium manager. In terms of residential units, landscaping, parking lots, and common areas of a condominium complex, he or she carries out the condominium board’s policies. Contractors and other workers for maintenance and repair tasks are hired the condominium manager. He or she is also the point of contact for residents who want to report problems or rule violations. Condominium managers can oversee a small or large community of condominiums. Some of the managers in this position are paid, while others work in exchange for a free apartment in the complex.
A condominium complex’s governing structure is typically made up of a board of directors or homeowners’ association made up of community members. Other members of the community usually vote for this group to be formed. They usually meet once a month to talk about property management and tenant relations. At the condominium manager’s discretion, the board’s wishes are usually carried out. He also takes notes during these meetings and distributes them to the members later.
Condominium owners typically pay dues to the homeowners’ association on a monthly, semi-annual, or annual basis. The condominium manager is usually in charge of collecting and managing these fees. These funds are typically used to pay vendors and contractors to keep the building and its surroundings in good repair. If fees need to be raised to cover rising maintenance costs, the manager must usually get a board vote to approve the increase.
The board of directors usually entrusts the condominium manager with the task of selecting and contracting the best maintenance and service providers. Pest control, landscaping and pool maintenance, trash collection, and structural and large appliance repair are some of the services provided these contractors. If the quality of the work is ever questioned, the board and the manager usually discuss the situation and vote on the next steps.
Tenant relations issues are usually brought to the condominium manager for his advice and resolution. Noise complaints, parking space violations, and personal disputes are all common topics in these cases. When eviction is a possibility, the board usually votes on the proposed action, and the manager may be required to vote to break a tie.
This job usually necessitates the ability to keep good records. He is usually expected to keep files of all meeting minutes, as well as copies of all work orders and invoices for property maintenance and repairs that he receives. The condominium manager is usually in charge of keeping track of and updating required legal documents and licenses pertaining to the homeowners’ association and the property.
In most cases, no formal education is required for this position. Communication skills are generally thought to be a plus for the job. Condominium job applicants with experience in residential or commercial property management are frequently preferred. A bachelor’s degree in business or real estate management can help a candidate stand out from the crowd.