Lea Vessey, CPM®
Carlsbad,CA
Summary
Industrious property manager offering proven expertise in maintaining cost-effective, financially sound property operations. Diligent about keeping occupancy high by collaborating with tenants and owners to resolve conflicts. Top-level skills in client relations and lease negotiation. Communication and cooperation are key to keep tenants happy and owners pleased.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Property Manager, Commercial Office Buildings
NAI San Diego
San Diego, CA
09.2021 - Current
- Senior level manager with 13 properties totaling approximately 500,000 SQFT of rentable space. Projects include ten office buildings, one retail center and one industrial yard throughout San Diego County. All properties focus on cost control, operational leadership and tenant comfort. With nine years experience in property management, clients are pleased with reliable budgets and reconciliations, monthly financial statements, project management, dispute resolution and lease analysis. As primary point of contact for all matters, I keep owners, tenants, vendors and staff informed, educated and happy.
Property Manager, Commercial and Multifamily
Cal-Prop Management
San Diego, CA
07.2019 - 09.2021
- Managed a mixed portfolio of 300+ units in San Diego County. Worked with tenants and owners to achieve financial and aesthetic property goals. Some duties for commercial office buildings include managing tenant improvements, coordinating building wide solar installation, transitioning to an upgraded security system, and navigating tenant and client concerns through the COVID pandemic. I work closely with our accounting team to review property financials and correct errors where identified. One of my greatest accomplishments is the achievement of the CPM® credential through IREM in March 2021.
Senior Property Manager
North County Property Group
Del Mar, CA
08.2016 - 02.2019
- Primary point of contact and decision maker for 250 single family homes and 25 short term vacation rental homes. Duties include establishing rental rates by surveying comparable properties, coordinating maintenance and repairs, conducting inspections of property grounds to identify maintenance needs, responding to tenant questions and concerns in a timely manner, reviewing invoices and tracking costs, onboarding new tenants and property owners, preparing monthly statements, negotiating lease renewals, trust fund handling, interviewing and hiring for open positions, meeting with potential new clients, reviewing and approving marketing material, ensuring an ethical workplace.
Property Manager
FBS Property Management
San Diego, CA
01.2015 - 08.2016
- Responsible for a portfolio of 160+ single family residential homes. Duties include client and tenant relations, dispute resolution, monthly reporting to company president, accounts payable and receivable, analyzing financial statements, follow up with work orders, property inspections, move-in and move-out procedures, project management and property remodeling, business development, creating and generate marketing material for current and new properties.
Property Manager
Capital Asset Management
Carlsbad, CA
03.2014 - 11.2014
- On-site manager at vacation rental property in La Jolla, CA. Duties include staff supervision, selling weekly and monthly reservations, developing relationships with local businesses for referrals, receiving and processing maintenance requests, guest dispute resolution, scheduling and inspecting housekeeping, maintaining the appearance of property grounds and site operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2006
High School Diploma -
La Costa Canyon High School
Carlsbad, CA06.2001
Skills
- Operations Management
- Financial Reporting
- Contract Negotiation
- Legal Issue Resolution
- Operating Cost Tracking
- Grounds and Facility Inspection
- Administrative Leadership
- Local and State Laws
- Construction Project Oversight
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Capital Projects Management
Certification
CPM®, Certified Property Manager, IREM
ARM®, Accredited Residential Manager, IREM
Associate Broker, #01981767, California DRE
Timeline
Property Manager, Commercial Office Buildings
NAI San Diego
09.2021 - Current
Property Manager, Commercial and Multifamily
Cal-Prop Management
07.2019 - 09.2021
Senior Property Manager
North County Property Group
08.2016 - 02.2019
Property Manager
FBS Property Management
01.2015 - 08.2016
Property Manager
Capital Asset Management
03.2014 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences
San Diego State University
High School Diploma -
La Costa Canyon High School
Similar Profiles
Leeloo Dela CruzLeeloo Dela Cruz
Business Analyst Consultant at NAI San DiegoBusiness Analyst Consultant at NAI San Diego
Leeloo DELA CRUZLeeloo DELA CRUZ
HR Intern at City of San DiegoHR Intern at City of San Diego
ROBERTO PARRAROBERTO PARRA
Rehabilitation Technician at San Diego Family Health Centers Of San DiegoRehabilitation Technician at San Diego Family Health Centers Of San Diego
Lauren BuxtonLauren Buxton
Regional Trial Services Chief at United States Marine CorpsRegional Trial Services Chief at United States Marine Corps
Mary JohnsonMary Johnson
Business Development Executive at Insight EnterprisesBusiness Development Executive at Insight Enterprises