Gil De Jardens
Winter Haven,FL
Summary
Results-driven Director with sound knowledge of industry regulations and firm grasp of successful fiscal management strategies. Improves forecasting and maintains cost-effective management standards with accountability, integrity and knowledgeable leadership. Creative problem-solving and change management skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Property Management
Catholic Charities of Central Florida
Orlando
01.2020 - Current
- Developed and implemented a Resurrection Property Management from the ground up; including establishing policy and procedures and obtaining HUD approval for management of HUD subsidized properties
- Supervise a diverse portfolio of properties, ensuring they are well-maintained, financially sound, and aligned with the organization’s objectives
- Strategic Planning- Develop and implement long-term strategies for property acquisition, development, and disposition in line with organizational goals
- Communicate updates and key performance indicators (KPI) to the Board of Directors, Company President, COO and CFO to ensure owner’s goals are being met
- Work collaboratively with Accounting, Property Managers and Corporate Executives to ensure that financial goals and budgets are met and exceeded, by improving NOI, minimizing turnover and maximizing HUD subsides
- Project management of multi-million-dollar capital items and projects including government grants/awards
- Risk Management identifying and mitigating risks associated with property ownership such as legal liabilities, safety concerns, and property damage.
- Established policies regarding tenant relations and enforcement of rules and regulations within the properties.
Property Manager
SPM Management
Orlando
03.2018 - 01.2020
- Managed a 202 PRAC elderly affordable multifamily community and consistently kept an occupancy of 100% while keeping delinquency under 1%
- Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
- Advised owners on potential improvements or investments that could increase the value of their properties.
- Implemented cost-cutting measures where appropriate in order to reduce overhead costs without compromising quality standards.
- Manage the property’s finances by reviewing monthly financial reports and preparing annual budgets to make sure that the budget remains favorable
- Hired, onboarded, trained, mentored, coached, and reviewed team members to ensure they were fully equipped to perform their job; including supervising maintenance to obtain a REAC inspection score of 98b.
Community Manager
Bell Partners INC.
Lakeland
09.2016 - 06.2017
- Manager for 240-unit Luxury Multifamily market-rate property managed all daily aspects of the property with minimal oversight and frequent challenging issues, helping to lower the cap rate and increase NOI by 15% in preparation for sale
- Managed the collection of rent and reduced delinquency and processed evictions if necessary
- Evaluated, selected, and negotiated with vendors; supervised vendors to ensure quality of service
- Handled escalated conflicts resolving for the best outcomes for residents and business.
- Optimized existing processes through automation or improved workflow.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase community engagement.
Property Manager/Regional Manager
RP Management
Hazelton
04.2012 - 05.2016
- Managed all operational aspects for a 236-unit Section 8 Multifamily community and went into a regional support role to oversee and train other Property Managers
- Enforced and complied with HUD regulations while consistently keeping occupancy above 98% while minimizing delinquency and raising NOI 25%
- Reported to court to represent the property for evictions ensuring tenant compliance
- Educated tenants on property rules, regulations, and lease terms
- Oversaw the preparation of the yearly budget and tracked all expenditures to ensure budget compliance
- Recruited, hired, trained, onboarded, and supervised employees including management staff.
Education
Management Marketing -
Lehigh Valley College
High School Diploma -
East Stroudsburg, PA
Skills
- Integrity
- Leadership
- Avid Learner
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- High Emotional Intelligence
- Strong Oral/Written Communication
- Project Management
- Time Management
- Negotiation
- Budgets, P&L & Financial Reporting
- Analytical Skills
- Computer-Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Smartsheet
- Yardi, OneSite, Resman, AppFolio
- Bi-lingual English/Spanish
- Asset Management
- Tenant and eviction laws
- Fair housing mandates
- Compliance Monitoring
Certification
- Real Estate Sales License #SL3479091 (Florida)
- Community Association Manager License #CAM51753 (Florida)
- Certified Apartment Portfolio Supervisor (CAPS) NAA
- Certified Occupancy Specialist (COS) NCHM
- Certified Financial Specialist (CFS) NCHM
- Notary Public (Florida)
- Certified Assisted Housing Manager (Quadel)
- PMCS Training
- National Community Reinvestment Coalition Training Academy
- Florida Housing Coalition
- Grace Hill
Professional Highlights
- Developed and implemented a property management company from ground up.
- Earned multiple Industry Licenses/Designations.
- Proven Leader that has been recognized by his peers.
Timeline
Director of Property Management
Catholic Charities of Central Florida
01.2020 - Current
Property Manager
SPM Management
03.2018 - 01.2020
Community Manager
Bell Partners INC.
09.2016 - 06.2017
Property Manager/Regional Manager
RP Management
04.2012 - 05.2016
Management Marketing -
Lehigh Valley College
High School Diploma -
East Stroudsburg, PA
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