KLR Executive Search Group is proud to partner with our UC Funds (www.ucfunds.com). UC Funds is a fast-paced boutique private equity real estate firm headquartered in Boston, MA, with an additional office in Miami, FL. Founded in 2010, UC Funds operates as a vertically integrated specialty finance firm that originates, structures, underwrites, and asset manages commercial real estate investments. UC Funds is a national balance sheet provider of both debt and equity capital solutions that has provided over $4 billion of capital solutions since 2010. UC Funds provides quick, reliable, and customized financial solutions throughout the entire capital stack, including joint venture equity.

Most recently, UC Funds expanded its footprint in the Gulf Shores region with ONE Club Gulf Shores, a premier all-inclusive living community featuring a world-class 9 hole golf course, restaurant, pools, and fitness center, all open to outside members. This project showcases UC Funds’ ability to pair innovative financing with creative development, delivering transformative lifestyle communities that elevate residential living while supporting local economic growth.

In this newly established role as Vice President of Property Operations at ONE Club Gulf Shores, you will lead the entire operational team and play a key role in shaping both the day-to-day experience and the long-term strategic direction of this growing community. You’ll report directly to Dwayne Wright, the on-site Chief Financial Officer, and maintain a dotted-line relationship with Dan Palmier, the Chief Executive Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct daily operations of a multiuse property portfolio, including residential and retail/commercial spaces.
• Build and lead a high-performing, hospitality-focused team by providing strategic leadership, coaching, and performance management. Attract, retain, and develop top talent to ensure operational excellence across all departments.
• Drive the financial performance of the portfolio by developing and executing annual operating budgets and capital plans aimed at maximizing Net Operating Income (NOI), rent growth, and resident retention.
• Spearhead innovative marketing and leasing strategies to achieve and exceed property goals for occupancy, rent growth, and resident retention, ensuring ONE Club remains a market leader.
• Review financial, operational, and compliance reports regularly with department leaders, developing action plans to address gaps.
• Ensure strict compliance with regulatory requirements, resident certifications, safety standards, and company policies by directing audit preparation, physical inspections, and regulatory reviews in collaboration with Compliance and Facilities teams.
• Conduct routine site visits and property inspections to uphold brand standards, safety, and curb appeal across the community.
• Support capital projects by monitoring progress within budgetary limits and partnering with UC Funds leadership.
• Champion resident engagement and satisfaction through community events, communications, and renewal programs, while responding promptly to escalated resident, owner, or community issues, including emergencies and crisis situations.
• Develop and nurture vendor and contractor relationships, negotiating agreements and ensuring quality service delivery.
• Assess market trends and portfolio performance, providing actionable recommendations and timely reports to ownership and executive leadership to optimize competitive positioning and growth opportunities.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience, CPM, MPM, ARM or similar industry designation strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of residential property management experience, including a minimum of 7 years in a senior management position.
• Proficiency in navigating community management software, to include Microsoft Office and Yardi.
• Experience managing luxury, residential and commercial/mixed use assets.
• Proven ability to supervise staff, manage day-to-day operations, solve problems, and communicate effectively while maintaining strong organizational and time management skills.
• Extensive technical knowledge of building operations and maintenance, combined with expertise in marketing trends, budgeting, reporting, and financial management.