Director of Property Management, William & Mary Real Estate Foundation

Williamsburg

Friday, 17 April 2026

The mission of William & Mary Real Estate Foundation is to acquire, hold, manage, sell, lease, and participate in the development of real properties in support of the educational, research, and philanthropic goals of William & Mary. University Advancement creates the conditions for opportunity – human, financial, & experiential – by garnering and stewarding the resources that advance William & Mary. The Director of Property Management provides strategic and operational leadership for the management, leasing, and stewardship of real estate assets held by the William & Mary Real Estate Foundation (WMREF). Reporting to the Executive Director of the WMREF and working closely with the William & Mary Foundation’s shared services teams, this role ensures all WMREF facilities are maintained to the highest standards, high-quality tenant and facility operations, and advances long-term asset value in alignment with the university’s academic, research, and community objectives. The Director plays a strategic role in capital planning, vendor management, lease administration, and financial performance of the Foundation’s portfolio. As part of the University Advancement Services & Innovation team, the Director plays a central role in the development, coordination, and ongoing management of the naming of spaces and places, collaborating with Gift Officers, the Office of the Recording Secretary, University Facilities Management, and Design & Construction teams to ensure that donor recognition, stewardship, and physical execution are both accurate and consistent with University and affiliated Foundations policies, procedures, and donor gift agreements. The Director will help foster a culture of belonging that provides opportunity for all people and perspectives. This is a hybrid position based in Williamsburg, VA, that offers a flexible work environment. View the full position description for this job and learn more on the University Advancement recruitment website: Job Description:Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 commensurate with experience and internal alignment. A resume and cover letter are required for this position. Workday will not prompt you to submit a cover letter, but it is required for this role. For full consideration, submit application materials by the review date. Applications received after the review date will be considered if needed. Required Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in real estate, business administration, finance, facilities management, or a related field. Significant experience in property management, real estate operations, or asset management (typically 5 years). Demonstrated experience overseeing lease management, third-party property managers, managing multi-property portfolios, and management of facility maintenance programs. Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, expense management, and operational reporting. Strong understanding of building systems, capital planning, and space utilization. Proven ability to work effectively across complex, matrixed organizations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and documentation. Proficiency with property management systems, financial reporting tools, and Microsoft Office applications. Preferred Qualifications:Master’s degree in real estate, business administration, or a related discipline. Experience working with university-affiliated foundations, public universities, or nonprofit real estate entities. Familiarity with donor recognition, naming agreements, and fundraising operations. Experience coordinating capital projects, renovations, or new development in partnership with facilities and construction teams. Professional certifications such as CPM (Certified Property Manager), RPA (Real Property Administrator), or similar credentials. Knowledge of higher-education governance, shared-services models, and institutionally related foundations.

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