Commercial Property And Leasing Manager

Since 2006, Triple Eight Transport Inc. has grown into a trusted asset-based transportation provider, delivering Full Truck Load services across Western Canada and the Western United States. With terminals in Abbotsford, Calgary, and Edmonton, and our own fleet of reefers, heaters, and dry vans, we've built our reputation on safe operations, innovation, and service excellence — and, above all, on our people.We believe great people drive great results. That's why we're building a workplace where employees are empowered to take ownership, share ideas, grow their skills, and build careers alongside our business.Join Triple Eight, and you're not just taking a job — you're joining a team that works hard, supports one another, and shares a common goal: delivering exceptional value to our customers while always striving to do better.If you're looking for a place to contribute, grow, and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.Job Purpose
The
Commercial Property & Leasing Manager
is responsible for overseeing the operational, financial, and leasing performance of a diverse property portfolio. This role focuses on maximizing property value, optimizing occupancy and rental income, ensuring effective property maintenance, and building strong relationships with tenants, property owners, realtors, and other stakeholders.The ideal candidate will bring a strong combination of property management expertise, commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and operational leadership. They will take ownership of portfolio performance, identify opportunities for growth and cost optimization, and drive improvements that support long-term asset value and business objectives.Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day property operations across the portfolio, ensuring properties are well-maintained, operationally efficient, compliant, and aligned with business objectives.Monitor property conditions, operational challenges, and portfolio performance to identify risks, improvement opportunities, and strategies to maximize asset value.Coordinate property inspections, unit turnovers, and ongoing operational requirements to maintain property standards and minimize disruptions.2. Leasing Strategy & Occupancy ManagementLead leasing activities, including vacancy marketing, property showings, prospective tenant screening, lease negotiations, and tenant onboarding.Analyze market conditions, comparable properties, rental rates, and vacancy trends to develop competitive leasing strategies that maximize occupancy and rental income.Manage lease renewals, rental increases, amendments, and expirations, ensuring favorable commercial terms, timely execution, and accurate documentation.3. Property Maintenance & Facilities ManagementOversee preventive and corrective maintenance, property inspections, repairs, and capital improvements to preserve property conditions and long-term asset value.Coordinate with maintenance teams, contractors, and service providers to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality completion of work.Establish and monitor preventive maintenance schedules, property readiness standards, and operational controls to minimize costs and disruptions.Monitor rental income, operating expenses, maintenance expenditures, occupancy levels, and property budgets to evaluate overall portfolio profitability.Identify opportunities to optimize rental revenue, reduce operating costs, improve occupancy, and enhance return on property investments.Prepare and present portfolio performance reports, financial insights, and actionable recommendations to management.5. Tenant Relations & Lease ManagementBuild and maintain strong tenant relationships, proactively address concerns, manage escalations, and implement strategies to improve tenant satisfaction and retention.Oversee lease administration, including renewals, rental adjustments, security deposits, move-in/move-out processes, and compliance with contractual obligations.Resolve tenant disputes and leasing challenges through effective communication, negotiation, and commercially sound decision-making.Manage relationships with contractors, vendors, realtors, property owners, municipalities, and other stakeholders to support effective property operations and leasing activities.Negotiate service agreements, evaluate vendor performance, and ensure accountability for service quality, timelines, and costs.Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to address property-related requirements, operational challenges, and business priorities.7. Regulatory Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure property operations, leasing practices, maintenance activities, and documentation comply with applicable BC tenancy legislation, building and safety regulations, municipal bylaws, and internal policies.Proactively identify property-related risks, compliance gaps, and potential liabilities, implementing appropriate preventive and corrective measures.Maintain accurate property records, lease documentation, inspection reports, and compliance-related information.8. Process Improvement & Team LeadershipDevelop and improve property management and leasing processes, reporting systems, maintenance schedules, documentation standards, and operational controls.Establish and monitor key performance indicators related to occupancy, rental income, lease renewals, maintenance costs, tenant retention, and portfolio profitability.Provide direction and support to leasing, property administration, and maintenance teams, where applicable, ensuring accountability, collaboration, and consistent service standards.Qualifications
5+ years of progressive experience in commercial property management, leasing, real estate operations, or a related field.Demonstrated experience managing property operations, leasing activities, tenant relationships, and maintenance requirements across a property portfolio.Strong understanding of BC commercial leasing practices, lease agreements, applicable tenancy legislation, and property-related regulatory requirements.Proven ability to negotiate leases, manage renewals, optimize occupancy, and develop competitive rental strategies.Strong financial and commercial acumen, with experience managing property budgets, operating expenses, rental income, and portfolio performance.Sound knowledge of property maintenance, facilities management, vendor coordination, and preventive maintenance practices.Excellent communication, negotiation, problem-solving, and stakeholder relationship management skills.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple properties, competing priorities, and operational challenges independently.Proactive, results-oriented approach with a strong sense of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.Proficiency in Microsoft Office;
experience with property management, leasing, or financial reporting software is an asset.Previous experience leading or coordinating property administration, leasing, or maintenance teams is preferred.Valid BC driver's license and ability to travel between properties as required.Building a Fair and Inclusive Hiring ProcessEvery application matters to us, and we thank you for taking the time to apply. Given the volume of applications we receive, only candidates moving forward will be contacted directly — but know that your interest in Triple Eight doesn't go unnoticed.Hiring decisions at Triple Eight are grounded in qualifications, experience, skills, and business need — nothing else. We actively welcome applicants from all backgrounds, and our recruitment practices are built to align with human rights and employment legislation, free from discrimination at every step.Accommodation, Made SimpleIf you require accommodation at any point in the recruitment process, just tell us. Our Recruitment team will work with you directly to understand what you need and provide the right support — handled with discretion and respect for your privacy.Where AI Fits InAI tools are part of how people prepare and learn today, and we're comfortable with that — use them freely to research, prepare, and get ready ahead of time. That said, once you're in front of us — interviews, assessments, case studies, technical evaluations — we want to see you : your thinking, your judgment, and experience. AI-generated or real-time AI assistance isn't permitted during these stages unless we've explicitly said otherwise.The pay range for this role is:90,000 - 110,000 CAD per year (Abbotsford)
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