13101
Property administrators
- Express Entry skill level
- Yes
- Regulated in Québec
- No
- In demand in Manitoba
- Yes
Classification
Business, finance & administration
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Definition
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. They are employed by property, real estate and strata services management companies, property development companies and by government.
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- 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.
Example job titles
- •accommodation officer
- •apartment rental agent
- •housing project manager
- •property administrator
- •property leasing coordinator
- •property rentals manager
Overview
Under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021, Property administrators fall under code 13101 within TEER category 3. These professionals play a vital role in managing, renting, and administering residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Canada. Typical employers include property management firms, real estate developers, and government departments. To qualify for immigration pathways such as the Express Entry Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program or various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs), candidates must demonstrate they have performed the core duties associated with this occupation.
Main duties for NOC 13101 include negotiating and signing leases, coordinating property maintenance and repairs, managing operational budgets, resolving tenant issues, and supervising administrative and maintenance staff. Employment requirements generally include a university degree or college diploma in business administration, real estate, or a related field, or several years of administrative experience in property management or real estate. Some provinces or employers may also require specific provincial licensing or property management certifications.
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For official program requirements and updates, please consult Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) or a regulated Canadian immigration professional.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.