Ernesto Medina
West Des Moines,IA
Summary
Operations-oriented property management professional experienced in overseeing large-scale residential portfolios with limited staffing. Demonstrates strength in process management, team coordination, and resident engagement while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency. Brings a data-driven and solutions-focused approach to property performance and is prepared to excel in any environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
File Supervisor - Architecture
Behar Font and Partners
Coral Gables, FL
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Organizing and distributing Project documents: RFI, Submittals, Change Orders, Contracts, and Schematic sketches in between others.
- Managed the editing and printing of floor plans in AutoCAD, optimizing details and scaling for effective client communication.
- Developed agendas and organized logistics for client and partner meetings to ensure productive discussions.
- Assisted architects in prioritizing tasks to ensure project deadlines were met.
- Facilitated acquisition and execution of legal documents.
- Developed innovative file organization systems to enhance record-keeping efficiency.
Estimator & Purchasing Manager - Construction
DAR Finish Specialties, Inc.
Miami, Florida
04.2022 - 05.2023
- In charge of Creating and Processing Bids.
- Reviewed Floor Plans and created takeoffs to estimate all Doors, Bathroom Accessories, Tile, Trim, Hardware and Fire Safety.
- Developed precise cost estimates for large construction projects based on project specifications and materials.
- Vendor handling and relationship building.
- Promoted to Purchasing Manager where I approved and reviewed estimates, cross checked parts and materials were correct and created change orders.
- Quality control and Meetings with on site Project managers to review efficiency and meet deadlines.
- Uploaded construction files to Pro-Core for review
- Created and Approved invoices
Property Manager
Woodward LLC
Ames
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Manage 50+ properties, ensuring satisfaction and efficiency.
- Reduced maintenance costs through strategic vendor negotiations.
- Implemented new leasing strategies, increasing occupancy rates.
- Resolved tenant issues swiftly, enhancing community relations.
- Oversee property compliance, coordinate maintenance schedules, and documentation of all property-related transactions and inspections.
Property Manager
RPM Iowa
Clive, IA
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Conducted comprehensive move-out and move-in inspections for single-family townhouses and apartments.
- Executed timely turn and move-out dispositions within one week by coordinating with vendors and contractors.
- Developed and submitted bids while facilitating owner communication for timely approvals.
- Executed city inspections to ensure regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw installation and maintenance of 600 doors across multiple facilities.
Senior Property Manager
Kouri Management
Des Moines, IA
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Managed delinquency and full eviction processes across 400+ units, ensuring compliance and reducing financial risk.
- Handled high-volume resident communications across multiple channels, improving response times and service quality.
- Supervised maintenance operations and prioritized work orders to maintain property standards and efficiency.
- Led weekly meetings and presented property performance updates to align operations.
- Oversaw deposits and payables while directing daily operations, coordinating vendors, and supporting overall property performance.
Community Association Manager
Sentry Management
West Des Moines, IA
06.2026 - Current
- Coordinate and facilitate board meetings with association members, prepare agendas and comprehensive board meeting packages.
- Performed comprehensive property and financial analyses to develop and manage annual and seasonal community budgets, ensuring alignment with operational needs and long-term goals.
- Managed large-scale vendor walkthroughs and property assessments, documenting project needs and initiating maintenance work orders to address exterior improvements and capital projects.
- Managed daily communication with board members, vendors, and homeowners through email, phone calls, text messages, and written correspondence, ensuring timely follow-up and effective resolution of community matters.
Skills
- Bilingual (English & Spanish)
- Community engagement
- Tenant and eviction laws
- Daily operations management
- Resident relations
- Staff Management
- Operations management
- Conducting Board Meeting
- Preparing Budgets
- Notarizing Documents
- Compounding Report Packets
- Violations and Safety
- Appfolio, Autocad, Microsoft Office
Certification
- General Industry Training - (OSHA 30) - Licensed
- Google Project Manager - (Coursera) - Completed Course
- Project Manager - (Udemy) - Ongoing
- Certified Pool Operator - (ACCO) - Licensed
- Community Association Manager - Training
Timeline
Community Association Manager
Sentry Management
06.2026 - Current
Senior Property Manager
Kouri Management
01.2026 - 06.2026
Property Manager
RPM Iowa
01.2025 - 01.2026
Property Manager
Woodward LLC
05.2024 - 01.2025
Estimator & Purchasing Manager - Construction
DAR Finish Specialties, Inc.
04.2022 - 05.2023
File Supervisor - Architecture
Behar Font and Partners
03.2021 - 04.2022