CANDICE VICKERS
Kyle,TX
Summary
Property Manager with over 11 years of experience in optimizing asset performance and enhancing tenant satisfaction in commercial, residential, and mixed-use properties. Demonstrates expertise in vendor and contract oversight, project coordination, and financial reporting, ensuring seamless operations and strategic growth. Committed to leveraging innovative solutions and collaborative leadership to drive sustainable property management success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lease-Up Property Manager
Carbon Thompson Management
09.2025 - Current
- Led the successful lease-up and stabilization of a 304-unit luxury multifamily community within 18 months, achieving stabilized occupancy in July 2026.
- Directed the day-to-day operations and financial performance of the asset while leading, developing, and managing a team of 7 across leasing, administration, and maintenance.
- Managed annual property budgets, forecasting, monthly financial reporting, variance analysis, and expense controls, ensuring operational performance remained aligned with ownership objectives.
- Analyzed property financials and operating trends to identify budget variances, revenue opportunities, expense reductions, and areas requiring corrective action.
- Increased revenue through strategic pricing, renewal negotiations, occupancy management, concession strategy, and resident retention initiatives throughout lease-up and stabilization.
- Managed vendor contracts and annual budgets, negotiating pricing and scope to control operating expenses while maintaining service and property standards.
- Oversaw accounts payable, utility expenses, contract services, capital needs, and controllable operating expenses, ensuring accurate financial tracking and timely processing.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance and expense-management strategies designed to extend asset life, reduce emergency repairs, and minimize unplanned expenditures.
- Partnered with ownership and regional leadership on budget planning, financial performance, stabilization strategy, operational priorities, and long-term asset objectives.
- Maintained strong resident relations throughout lease-up while balancing resident satisfaction, retention, revenue performance, and ownership expectations.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Earthtones Companies
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Drive regional growth in commercial landscaping contracts, enhancing client satisfaction.
- Lead client communications and presentations, securing new business opportunities.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure superior service post-contract, boosting client retention.
- Spearheaded market analysis initiatives, identifying new growth opportunities that led to a measurable increase in client acquisition.
- Fostered strong relationships with clients and internal teams, ensuring alignment on project goals and enhancing overall service delivery.
- Crafted customized proposals and pricing strategies, aligning closely with client needs, resulting in successful contract acquisitions.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MANAGER
Regent PM
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Facilitated tenant relations and lease compliance, minimizing disruptions during construction.
- Approved capital expenditures and service contracts, ensuring budget alignment.
- Developed property budgets and financial reports, forecasting CAM adjustments.
- Liaised with engineers and contractors, optimizing renovation processes.
- Oversaw daily operations of a LEED Gold high-rise renovation, achieving project milestones on time and within budget, boosting operational efficiency.
- Developed comprehensive property budgets and monthly reports, providing clear financial insights that supported strategic decision-making.
SR. ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER
Endeavor Real Estate Group
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Supported operations of Seaholm Power Plant and Music Lane, both LEED-certified mixed-use portfolios.
- Collaborated on post-construction tenant improvement projects and managed detailed financial reporting packages.
- Tracked all vendor service performance and ensured tenant retention through high-quality service delivery.
- Contributed to annual budget development and monthly variance analyses for 9 properties and 3 associations.
- Streamlined tenant communication processes, enhancing satisfaction and significantly improving retention rates across managed properties.
- Conducted in-depth financial analyses for property management, leading to informed budget adjustments and optimized resource allocation across portfolios.
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER
Equitable Commercial Realty
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Orchestrated the management of a 150,000 sq ft office tower, navigating challenges of the pandemic to sustain operational efficiency.
- Created and implemented tenant health and safety communications, cleaning protocols, and vendor policies.
- Handled all tenant requests, vendor invoicing, and contractor coordination during limited occupancy periods.
- Maintained a proactive approach in addressing tenant requests, cultivating a positive atmosphere even during unprecedented times.
REAL ESTATE SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR (TEMP)
CBRE
07.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided administrative support to a multi-building portfolio team, managing service tickets and work order tracking.
- Processed invoices, performed vendor communication, and assisted with annual operating expense reconciliations.
- Coordinated vendor bidding processes using CBRE’s internal RFP systems.
- Fostered strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely service delivery and optimizing procurement processes.
BUSINESS MANAGER
Lincoln Property Company
08.2017 - 07.2019
- Managed daily operations for a 247-unit Class A residential high-rise with integrated retail and parking garage.
- Conducted in-depth market analysis to adjust rental pricing, resulting in improved occupancy rates and optimized revenue.
- Fostered a positive team environment by mentoring staff, leading to enhanced performance and increased employee retention.
- Coordinated with maintenance and leasing teams to resolve tenant issues swiftly, enhancing community trust and loyalty.
LEASE-UP PROPERTY MANAGER
Oden Hughes LLC
05.2014 - 08.2017
- Led the successful lease-up and stabilization of 3 new construction assets totaling 774 units.
- Achieved 95% occupancy on the third in 60 days.
- Trained leasing agents and established property operations from construction handoff through final occupancy.
- Analyzed market trends to set competitive rental rates, resulting in increased revenue and reduced vacancy rates across properties.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - Business Administration
Austin Community College
Austin, TXSkills
- Property Operations, Lease-Up and Stabilization, Tenant & Client Relations, Budgeting & Financial Reporting, Vendor & Contract Oversight, Project Coordination, Leadership, Asset Performance Optimization, Negotiation Skills
Timeline
Lease-Up Property Manager
Carbon Thompson Management
09.2025 - Current
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Earthtones Companies
01.2025 - 09.2025
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MANAGER
Regent PM
10.2023 - 12.2024
SR. ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER
Endeavor Real Estate Group
11.2021 - 09.2023
ASSISTANT PROPERTY MANAGER
Equitable Commercial Realty
03.2020 - 12.2020
REAL ESTATE SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR (TEMP)
CBRE
07.2019 - 01.2020
BUSINESS MANAGER
Lincoln Property Company
08.2017 - 07.2019
LEASE-UP PROPERTY MANAGER
Oden Hughes LLC
05.2014 - 08.2017
ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - Business Administration
Austin Community College
LINKS
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/candicelvickers