Property administrators
Property administrators perform administrative duties and coordinate activities related to the management and rental of investment property and real estate on behalf of property and strata property owners.
Very good
Market Demand
TEER 3
Skill Level
ON, NU, NL
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Negotiate or approve rental or lease of various properties in a portfolio on behalf of property owners and ensure that terms of lease agreement are met
- Prepare and administer contracts for provision of property services, such as cleaning and maintenance, security services and alarm systems
- Coordinate the implementation of repairs, maintenance and renovations carried out on buildings and monitor progress and cost of work for property owners
- Compile and maintain records on operating expenses and income, prepare reports and review rents to ensure they are at market value
- Ensure that trouble calls received from clients or tenants are acted upon
- Administer damage deposits
- May hire and supervise rental agents, property clerks, building superintendents or other support staff performing operational, clerical or maintenance duties.
Qualifications
- checkCompletion of secondary school is required in all provinces and territories except for British Columbia.
- checkA language proficiency index is required in British Columbia.
- checkProperty administrators must be a minimum of nineteen years of age in British Columbia.
- checkCompletion of training courses or a vocational program in property or strata management or real estate may be required.
- checkSeveral years of administrative experience as a property clerk, contract clerk, or administrative officer are usually required.
- checkStrata property managers must hold a licence in British Columbia.
Market Outlook by Province
Ontario
The employment outlook will be Very good for property administrators (NOC 13101) in Ontario for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.What Types of Employers Are Out There?Majority employed in the real estate and rental and leasing industry, particularly in property management, and leasing firmsWhat are the Main Trends Affecting Employment?Large number of investment properties in OntarioNew housing developments to meet population growth in some of Ontario’s largest urban centresGreater non-residential construction activities will add to the stock of facilities requiring property management servicesWhat Skills Do I Need to Succeed?Proficiency in using Microsoft Word and Excel, and Yardi property management software are common requirementsUnder the Condominium Management Services Act, individuals and businesses providing condominium management services in Ontario must have a valid licence issued by the Condominium Management Regulatory Authority of Ontario (CMRAO)What Other Information Will I Find Helpful?There is a fair amount of opportunity for self-employment.Here are some key facts about property administrators in Ontario: Approximately 21,200 people work in this occupation. Property administrators mainly work in the following sectors: Real Estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 53): 80% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 80% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 20% compared to 19% for all occupations76% of property administrators work all year, while 24% work only part of the year, compared to 63% and 37% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.28% of property administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 15% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 42% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 57% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 7% compared to 9% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 26% compared to 25% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 8% compared to 8% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 26% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 25% compared to 24% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 9% compared to 13% for all occupations
Very good
Outlook
Nunavut
The employment outlook will be Very good for property administrators (NOC 13101) in Nunavut for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to several new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are a moderate number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.The Nunavut 3000 housing initiative, supported by the federal Build Canada Homes program, will help to expand the territory’s housing supply. This growth will create new opportunities for property administrators to manage public housing operations and support community development.Here are some key facts about property administrators in Nunavut: Approximately 50 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Property administrators mainly work in the following sectors: Finance, insurance and Real estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 52-53): 56%Public Administration and Defence (NAICS 91): 27%Educational services (NAICS 61): 7% The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 45% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 55% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 18% compared to 37% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 45% compared to 22% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 18% compared to 15% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 10% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: n/a
Very good
Outlook
Newfoundland and Labrador
The employment outlook will be Good for property administrators (NOC 13101) in Newfoundland and Labrador for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment decline will lead to the loss of a few positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.Here are some key facts about property administrators in Newfoundland and Labrador: Approximately 350 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Property administrators mainly work in the following sectors: Real Estate and rental and leasing (NAICS 53): 77% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 79% compared to 83% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 21% compared to 17% for all occupations68% of property administrators work all year, while 32% work only part of the year, compared to 56% and 43% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 45 weeks compared to 40 weeks for all occupations.24% of property administrators are self-employed compared to an average of 8% for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 50% compared to 51% for all occupations Women: 50% compared to 49% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: 8% compared to 11% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 26% compared to 27% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: 14% compared to 17% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 34% compared to 23% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 14% compared to 14% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 5% compared to 7% for all occupations
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TEER 3 occupations require college or vocational training and qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Trades Program.
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7 active roles · Sault Ste. Marie, ON · Cambridge, ON
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Icon Property Management
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Negotiating and Persuading
to achieve favourable terms for property owners and ensure tenant satisfaction, while also managing disputes effectively
Management of Financial Resources
to budget, track expenses and ensure profitability in property management
Mathematical Reasoning and Numerical Ability
to handle financial aspects such as budgeting, calculating rent, managing expenses and analyzing financial reports
Verbal Ability and Speech Clarity
to address concerns, negotiate terms and provide clear instructions to all parties, including tenants, property owners and contractors
Written Comprehension
to effectively read and interpret various documents, such as lease agreements, maintenance reports and legal notices
Stress Tolerance
to handle tenant complaints and address unforeseen issues such as maintenance emergencies
Knowledge in Clerical
to aid in handling various administrative tasks such as filing, record-keeping, scheduling and correspondence
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