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Careers at NextGen Coastal

Build something that lasts.

NextGen Coastal is the coastal California arm of NextGen Properties, a fully integrated real estate operator with 20+ years of growth. We're building a team as strong as the communities we serve, and we have 3 positions open right now.

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Why NextGen Coastal

More than a job. A platform to grow on.

At NextGen Coastal, you don't work in a silo. Our acquisition, development, construction, and property management teams sit under one roof, which means every person on our team has exposure to the full lifecycle of real estate. Property managers understand the construction that shapes their buildings. Accounting sees the deals that drive the numbers. Maintenance techs work alongside construction crews who built what they maintain.

We're a growing company with an active portfolio across 36 coastal California cities from Santa Barbara to La Jolla, and a parent platform (NextGen Properties) operating in California, Arizona, Nevada, Utah, Texas, and Florida. The people who join us now grow with us as we expand, taking on larger portfolios, managing bigger teams, and developing skills that a single-discipline company simply can't offer.

We believe in promoting from within, investing in training, and building a team culture where accountability and ownership are rewarded. If you do your best work in an environment that trusts you to execute without micromanagement, you'll fit right in.

Inside the Office

The room you'd actually want to come back to.

Modern Costa Mesa headquarters, glass-walled executive offices, open-plan collaboration space, and a coffee corner that gets used. Coastal California light, indoor plants, and a team that genuinely likes the people they work with.

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What We Offer

Competitive compensation and a team worth joining.

Competitive Pay

Market-rate salaries reviewed annually, with performance bonuses tied to portfolio results, your success is recognized and rewarded.

Growth & Advancement

A multi-state platform that's actively expanding. We promote from within and give high performers increasing responsibility as we grow.

Benefits Package

Health, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and company holidays, we take care of our team so our team can take care of our residents.

Cross-Discipline Exposure

Work alongside acquisition, development, construction, and management professionals. Broaden your knowledge base in ways a single-service company can't offer.

Now Hiring

3 open positions across our platform.

Click any role to view the full description and requirements. When you're ready, use the application form to submit your resume and a brief introduction.

About the Role

NextGen Coastal is seeking an experienced Regional Property Manager to oversee a portfolio of residential communities across multiple coastal California markets. This is a senior field-facing role that requires strong leadership, operational discipline, and a deep understanding of residential property management best practices. You will be the primary point of accountability for leasing performance, resident satisfaction, NOI targets, and team oversight within your assigned region.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day operations across a portfolio of residential properties, ensuring occupancy, rent collection, and NOI targets are met or exceeded
  • Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate on-site property managers and leasing staff
  • Conduct regular site visits to assess property condition, team performance, and resident experience
  • Own the leasing pipeline, review market pricing weekly, direct leasing strategy, and ensure rapid response to inquiries
  • Coordinate maintenance and capital improvement projects with the construction team, ensuring timely completion and minimal resident disruption
  • Manage owner relationships, prepare and present monthly owner reports, respond to owner inquiries, and proactively surface issues before they become surprises
  • Ensure compliance with California landlord-tenant law, fair housing regulations, and all applicable local ordinances including AB 1482
  • Review and approve property budgets, monthly financials, and variance explanations

Requirements

  • 3+ years of property management experience, with at least 1 year in a regional or multi-site supervisory role
  • Strong working knowledge of California residential landlord-tenant law and fair housing regulations
  • Experience with property management software, Yardi experience a strong plus
  • Proven track record of meeting occupancy and NOI targets across a managed portfolio
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, you will interact daily with residents, owners, and vendors
  • California real estate license preferred but not required
  • Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation, regular property visits required

Compensation

  • Competitive base salary commensurate with experience
  • Performance bonus tied to portfolio NOI and occupancy metrics
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Vehicle allowance for regional travel
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About the Role

NextGen Coastal is looking for a skilled, reliable Maintenance Technician to join our property operations team in Orange County. You will be responsible for performing general repairs, preventive maintenance, and unit turnovers across our residential and commercial portfolio. Working closely with our property managers and construction team, you'll be a key part of keeping our communities in excellent condition and our residents satisfied.

Responsibilities

  • Perform general maintenance repairs including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, drywall, painting, appliance repair, and carpentry
  • Complete unit turnovers, paint, clean, repair, and prepare vacant units for new residents on tight timelines
  • Execute preventive maintenance schedules across assigned properties, including HVAC filter changes, roof inspections, and common area upkeep
  • Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely, professional manner, documenting all work completed
  • Coordinate with vendors and subcontractors for work beyond the scope of in-house capabilities
  • Conduct periodic property walk-throughs and report observed issues to the property manager before they escalate
  • Maintain a clean, organized work vehicle and inventory of commonly used parts and supplies

Requirements

  • 1+ years of experience in residential or commercial property maintenance
  • Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general carpentry, ability to diagnose and fix common residential issues independently
  • EPA 608 certification (or willingness to obtain) for HVAC/refrigerant handling
  • Valid California driver's license and reliable personal vehicle, mileage reimbursement provided
  • Strong communication skills and a professional, resident-friendly demeanor
  • Ability to work occasional weekends or respond to after-hours emergencies on rotation
  • Experience with work order management software a plus

Compensation

  • Competitive hourly rate based on experience, $22–$32/hr DOE
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Mileage reimbursement for travel between properties
  • Company-provided tools and work phone
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About the Role

NextGen Coastal is looking for a detail-oriented AR/AP Specialist with hands-on Yardi 8 experience to join our accounting team at our Costa Mesa headquarters. You will manage the full accounts receivable and accounts payable cycle across our property portfolio, processing invoices, reconciling accounts, managing vendor payments, and ensuring accurate financial records across multiple entities. This is an in-office role requiring strong Yardi proficiency from day one.

Responsibilities

  • Process and post all accounts payable invoices across multiple property entities in Yardi 8, ensuring proper coding, approvals, and timely payment
  • Manage accounts receivable, post rent payments, process NSF checks, issue late notices, and maintain accurate tenant ledgers in Yardi
  • Perform monthly bank reconciliations and assist with month-end close procedures
  • Maintain accurate vendor records, W-9s, and 1099 preparation at year-end
  • Communicate professionally with property managers, vendors, and residents to resolve billing discrepancies and payment inquiries
  • Run and distribute standard Yardi reports including aged receivables, payables aging, and cash flow summaries
  • Support the accounting team during audit preparation and year-end financial reporting
  • Identify and flag discrepancies, coding errors, and duplicate payments before they post

Requirements

  • Hands-on experience with Yardi 8 (Voyager or Breeze Enterprise), this is a hard requirement, not a nice-to-have
  • 2+ years of AR/AP experience, ideally in a real estate, property management, or multi-entity accounting environment
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, comfortable with pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and reconciliation workbooks
  • Strong attention to detail and a systematic approach to high-volume transaction processing
  • Familiarity with CAM reconciliations, security deposit accounting, and trust accounting a significant plus
  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
  • Experience supporting a 1099 process and year-end close in a real estate context strongly preferred

Compensation

  • Salary range: $55,000 – $72,000 annually, DOE
  • Health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • In-office role at our Costa Mesa headquarters
  • Opportunity to grow into a senior accounting or controller track as the company scales
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Our Culture

What we believe in.

Ownership Mentality

We expect everyone on the team to treat the properties they manage and the relationships they hold as if they were their own. Problems get solved, not passed along.

Transparency First

Bad news delivered early is better than bad news delivered late. We expect our people to surface problems proactively, and we respond to that with support, not blame.

Quality Over Speed

We build and manage communities we're proud of. That means taking the time to do things right, specifying better materials, and not cutting corners to hit a short-term number.

Resident Focus

The people who live and work in our communities are our real customers. Everything we do, from construction specs to maintenance response times, is designed around their experience.

Long-Term Thinking

We build to own and manage for decades, not to flip. That long-term orientation shapes every decision we make, and it shapes how we invest in our people too.

Teamwork Across Disciplines

Our integrated platform only works if the teams within it actually communicate and collaborate. We hire people who want to understand the full picture, not just their corner of it.

Don't See Your Role?

We're always looking for great people.

If none of the open positions are the right fit but you're excited about what NextGen Coastal is building, send us your resume anyway. We keep strong candidates on file and reach out when the right role opens.

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