Associate Property Manager
CBRE
Houston, TX
Description
Associate Property Manager
Job ID
262913
Posted
05-Mar-2026
Service line
Advisory Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Property Management
Location(s)
Houston - Texas - United States of America
About the Role:
As a CBRE Associate Real Estate Manager, you are responsible to work with the Real Estate Manager or higher staff in managing all aspects of a single property or portfolio of commercial, industrial, or retail properties including marketing, operations, and financial activities in accordance with the real estate management agreements and CBRE policies. This job is part of the Property Management job function. They are responsible for operating buildings on behalf of a client or group.
This position is on-site at Heritage Plaza. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Heritage Plaza is a 53-story, 1.15-million-square-foot Class A office tower in the heart of downtown Houston. The building features efficient floor plates, a striking multi-level marble lobby with a signature waterfall, a state-of-the-art tenant fitness center, and a strong lineup of on-site amenities. Located just steps from Buffalo Bayou, Heritage Plaza offers unmatched visibility, access, and prestige in Houston's central business district.
What You’ll Do:
- Use independent discretion, respond to tenant needs ensuring that administrative and building technical staff resolve problems promptly and/or contracts for vendor services as required. Ensure that services are provided in compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and contractual obligations and standards.
- Perform periodic regular property inspections. Based on independent review and assessment, recommend to clients and/or approve on client's behalf the alterations, maintenance and reconditioning as necessary. Contract for and supervise vendor services as required.
- Manage and give approvals for accurate payment of vendor invoices on behalf of the property owner in compliance with the management agreement and CBRE policies
- Manage the preparation of and give approvals on accurate tenant billings.
- At owner's discretion, market the property, showing space to prospective tenants. Coordinate tenant move-ins and move-outs, and "walks-through" spaces with tenants and tenant improvement department.
- Act as key contact with property owners to ensure that objectives as being met. Prepare and deliver timely, accurate and complete reports.
- Develop and control annual budgets for operating and capital expenses based on operating knowledge of the property/portfolio. Forecast management plans and prepare monthly performance, explaining variances.
- Collect rent and pay expenses in compliance with lease terms. Obtain account receivable aging reports and independently initiate procedures to address tenant delinquencies. Prepare all required legal notices. Recommend and coordinate legal action as necessary.
- Develop business relationships through membership and participation in professional, industry/trade and civic organizations.
- Execute all areas defined as part of the Real Estate Manager job description duties in the absence of the Real Estate Manager.
- Apply general knowledge of standard principles and techniques/procedures to accomplish assigned tasks and solve routine problems.
- Have a broad knowledge of own job discipline and some knowledge of several job disciplines within the function.
- Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE values. May convince to reach an agreement.
- Impact the quality of own work and the work of others on the team.
- Work primarily within standardized procedures and practices to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
- Explain complex information to others in straightforward situations.
What You’ll Need:
- Bachelor's Degree preferred with 2-5 years of relevant experience. In lieu of a degree, a combination of experience and education will be considered.
- Real Estate license if state required .
- Understanding of existing procedures and standards to solve slightly complex problems.
- Ability to analyze possible solutions using technical experience to apply appropriate judgment and precedents.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
- Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.
Why CBRE
When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.
Our Values in Hiring
At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.
Disclaimers
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Should any element of this Job Description conflict with the provisions of an applicable collective bargaining agreement, the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement will prevail.
Applicant AI Use Disclosure
We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.
About CBRE Group, Inc.
CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company’s success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).