Property Manager Jobs in Illinois
Property Manager jobs in Illinois are open across Chicago, Elk Grove Village, and Oakbrook and other Illinois metros, with employers like Brookfield Properties (Usa Ii), FirstService Residential, and Ascension hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title
Property Manager ( CRE )
Job Description Summary
Responsible for the management of a property (or group of properties) for a client and fulfilling the manager’s obligations under the terms of the property’s management agreement.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for all lease administration duties
- Monitor collections and coordinate default proceedings
- Ensure compliance with Property Management Policies and Procedures, codes, regulations, and governmental agency directives
- Provide management and leadership to property staff, including hiring and performance management
- Develop comprehensive annual inspection process for properties; complete weekly, monthly, quarterly, annual inspections as required for a specific asset, C&W’s best practices, and/or client requirements
- Develop operating and capital budgets, track variances, oversee the completion of CAM reconciliations, and ensure smooth recovery process
- Bid, negotiate, and manage conformity with vendor contracts in accordance with C&W’s contract requirements or client requirements
- Accurately abstract all property leases in lease administration software
- Maintain interface with third-party owners and accounting team to ensure total contract compliance, including preparation of accurate and timely reporting
- Coordinate and oversee on behalf of client, all tenant and building construction work to ensure timely and accurate completion of all construction work at property
- Participate in leasing and client team meetings and ensure effective communication between leasing and property management team members in order to achieve client’s goals and objectives
- Provide and foster positive relationships with tenants, external clients, and internal clients
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Communication Proficiency (oral and written)
- Problem Solving/Analysis
- Leadership Skills
- Teamwork Orientation
- Time Management Skills
- Customer/Client Focus (internal and external)
- Financial Acumen
IMPORTANT EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related discipline preferred
IMPORTANT EXPERIENCE
3+ years of Commercial Real Estate
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS
- CPM, RPA, or CSM designation or in process
- Possess real estate license
- Strong knowledge of finance and building operations
- Ability to analyze, prioritize, and delegate
- Ability to effectively manage a team of professionals, including both employees and vendors
- Previous experience in analyzing and negotiating commercial lease and/or contract language
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. Regularly required to travel outside between properties in varying weather conditions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time. They must be able to ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools and may be required to travel outside between buildings in varying outdoor weather conditions. The employee may also be regularly required to remain in a stationary position (sit or stand) for 85% of the time; regularly operate office machinery.
Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications.
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.
The compensation for the position is: $110,500.00 - $130,000.00
Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email Accommodations@cushwake.com. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.
INCO: “Cushman & Wakefield”
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Property Manager Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Brookfield Properties (Usa Ii)4

- FirstService Residential4

- Ascension3

- CohnReznick3

- Cushman & Wakefield2

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate16
- Accounting & Auditing5
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Distribution & Wholesale1
- Healthcare & Medical Services1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in property manager jobs across Illinois.
- 2-5 years of residential or commercial property management experience
- Proficiency in property management software such as Yardi or AppFolio
- Active real estate license or state-required property manager certification
- Experience managing tenant relations, leases, and maintenance coordination
- Knowledge of Fair Housing laws and local landlord-tenant regulations
- Strong budgeting skills and experience with NOI and variance reporting
Property Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How many property manager jobs are there in Illinois?
There are 28+ property manager openings in Illinois on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Chicago, Elk Grove Village, and Oakbrook. New positions post regularly as employers across Illinois hire.
How much do property managers make in Illinois?
Property managers in Illinois earn a median of about $74,980 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $44,570 for the lowest 10% to over $143,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Illinois cities have the most property manager jobs?
Chicago, Elk Grove Village, and Oakbrook have the most property manager openings in Illinois right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire property managers in Illinois?
Employers hiring property managers in Illinois include Brookfield Properties (Usa Ii), FirstService Residential, and Ascension, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote property manager jobs in Illinois?
Yes. About 32% of property manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Illinois metros.
How do I apply for property manager jobs in Illinois?
You can apply to property manager jobs in Illinois directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Illinois location, then apply to each one that fits.
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