Commercial Property Manager
Job Description
On the heels of achieving 3X growth, Virginia Transformer is hiring to do it again!
We’re strategically building our team for the next 3X growth cycle — a phase that is both intense and incredibly rewarding. We’re highly selective about who joins us, because this journey isn’t for everyone.
If you have the drive, grit, and expertise to perform at a high level — and you want to grow your career 3X alongside the Company’s growth — we’d love to talk.
Apply below and let’s start the conversation.
Who We Are
Virginia Transformer is the largest U.S.-owned producer of power transformers in North America, and we’ve been able to grow the past 50-plus years through an unwavering focus on delivering for our customers. We’re more than 5,900 people strong and are known throughout the industry for being an engineering company that makes premium quality transformers in the shortest lead times.
As a privately held, organically growing company, we thrive on nimbleness, innovation, and tenacity.
Join Our Team
If you love the thrill of securing the U.S. electric grid, enabling all manufacturing in the country, and the energy of a fast-moving train — this is the place for you. We train hard, grow together, and lead with purpose. Every transformer we build is custom, every challenge unique, and every team member essential.
We’re looking for those ready to lead, fueled by commitment, and driven by impact. We are growing so fast that all our available roles are not yet posted, so let us know if you are interested and we will follow-up.
Commercial Property Manager – Industrial Assets & Facilities
Location
Pocatello, Idaho
Position Summary
Virginia Transformer Corp. is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, office, and commercial real estate assets. This individual will be responsible for maximizing asset performance, managing property operations, overseeing leases and contracts, coordinating capital improvement projects, and ensuring facilities are maintained in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in commercial property management, facilities management, lease administration, vendor management, budgeting, and capital project oversight. This role requires a strategic leader who can balance day-to-day operational execution with long-term asset planning and portfolio optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Property & Asset Management
- Manage a portfolio of industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, office, and commercial properties.
- Develop and implement asset management strategies that maximize property value and operational efficiency.
- Conduct regular property inspections and assessments to ensure facilities are properly maintained.
- Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to property operations.
Lease Administration & Contract Management
- Oversee lease administration activities including renewals, amendments, negotiations, and compliance.
- Manage landlord, tenant, and third-party relationships.
- Review and negotiate service contracts, vendor agreements, maintenance contracts, and property-related service agreements.
- Monitor lease obligations, critical dates, insurance requirements, and contract performance.
Facilities Operations
- Direct maintenance, repair, landscaping, janitorial, security, and facility services activities.
- Develop preventative maintenance programs for buildings, infrastructure, and facility systems.
- Coordinate facility upgrades, renovations, and improvement initiatives.
- Ensure facilities meet operational, safety, and environmental requirements.
Capital Projects
- Plan, budget, and oversee capital improvement projects.
- Manage contractors, architects, engineers, consultants, and construction partners.
- Monitor project schedules, budgets, quality standards, and contractor performance.
- Support facility expansion, renovation, and modernization initiatives.
Financial Management
- Prepare and manage annual operating budgets and capital expenditure budgets.
- Monitor operating expenses and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
- Analyze property performance and provide regular financial and operational reporting.
- Support forecasting, long-range planning, and asset investment decisions.
Vendor & Stakeholder Management
- Develop and manage relationships with contractors, suppliers, service providers, and local agencies.
- Establish performance metrics and accountability standards for vendors.
- Collaborate with internal operations, manufacturing, engineering, finance, and leadership teams to support business objectives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Real Estate, Construction Management, Facilities Management, Engineering, or related field .
- 8+ years of commercial property management, industrial property management, facilities management, or real estate operations experience.
- Experience managing industrial, manufacturing, warehouse, commercial, or multi-site property portfolios.
- Strong knowledge of lease administration, property operations, budgeting, and contract management.
- Experience managing capital projects, renovations, and facility improvement initiatives.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing operating and capital budgets.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts, manage vendors, and oversee third-party service providers.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship management skills.
Experience
- Industrial manufacturing facilities
- Distribution centers and warehouses
- Multi-site property portfolios
- Commercial leasing and tenant relations
- Construction management and facility expansion projects
- Environmental, health, and safety compliance
- Property management software and CMMS systems
Why Virginia Transformer
Virginia Transformer is one of North America's largest U.S.-owned power transformer manufacturers, supporting critical infrastructure, utilities, renewable energy projects, data centers, and industrial customers worldwide. This role offers the opportunity to oversee a significant real estate and facilities portfolio while contributing directly to the growth and operational success of a rapidly expanding organization.