Sara Di Lustro

Accomplished Senior Residential Property Manager with 15+ years of experience leading condominium associations, high-rise residential communities, and investment properties. Proven expertise in community operations, multimillion-dollar capital improvement projects, financial administration, Board relations, vendor management, and regulatory compliance. Recognized for successfully managing complex construction initiatives, improving operational efficiency, and building trusted relationships with Boards of Directors, residents, contractors, and ownership.

Senior Property Manager at GAV Sea Haven (2024-09 – 2026-07)

Managed operations for a 338-unit high-rise condominium community, ensuring exceptional resident service, financial accountability, and compliance with Florida condominium regulations.

• Directed a $25 million structural recertification project, including roofing, elevators, electrical upgrades, fire alarm modernization, parking lot reconstruction, and landscaping improvements.
• Served as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors, engineers, contractors, attorneys, vendors, and residents throughout all phases of construction.
• Coordinated project accounting, reviewed invoices, prepared bank draw requests, and monitored project documentation through final permit closeout.
• Supervised office administration, maintenance, and housekeeping teams (7 employees).
• Conducted regular property inspections to maintain operational and safety standards.
• Prepared Board meeting agendas, annual meeting packages, budget notices, and regulatory communications.
• Assisted legal counsel with litigation, DBPR matters, and compliance documentation.
• Updated the Association website to comply with Florida statutory requirements.

Property Manager at Property Keepers Management (2022-04 – 2024-08)

Managed a portfolio of condominium associations (15) while overseeing operations, vendor performance, budgeting, and Board communications.

• Successfully managed a $1 million concrete restoration project.
• Supervised maintenance, janitorial, and front desk personnel.
• Negotiated vendor proposals and service agreements.
• Reviewed invoices and monitored budget compliance.
• Prepared Board meeting agendas, annual meeting notices, and management reports.
• Interpreted governing documents and Florida condominium statutes.
• Coordinated communications with residents, Boards, title companies, lenders, and real estate professionals.

Property Manager at Lime Bay Condominium #2 (2020-03 – 2022-03)

• Directed daily operations of a multi-building condominium community.
• Supervised maintenance personnel and coordinated repairs.
• Assisted with annual budget preparation and financial administration.
• Conducted inspections and enforced community standards.
• Negotiated vendor contracts and monitored performance.
• Managed collections, estoppels, owner screening, and Board meetings.

Property Manager at Barcelona North Condominium (2019-06 – 2020-03)

• Led operational transition between management companies.
• Supervised maintenance and administrative personnel.
• Managed vendor contracts and invoice approvals.
• Maintained resident records and coordinated owner and tenant screening.
• Resolved resident concerns while maintaining high customer service standards.

Independent Property Manager at Residential Investment Portfolio (2010-01 – 2021-12)

• Managed residential investment properties for international investors.
• Increased property values by more than 50%.
• Increased annual investor income by more than 45%.
• Coordinated leasing, maintenance, renovations, and resident relations.
• Assisted investors with acquisition decisions and property management strategies.

NOC Level III Engineer / Senior Traffic Management Analyst at Fusion Telecommunications International (2009-01 – 2019-12)

• Supervised Level I and II technical staff.
• Developed operational procedures and trained employees.
• Managed complex projects and received executive recognition for performance.
• Coordinated network monitoring, vendor communications, and incident response.

Associate in Arts – Broward College

Bachelor's Equivalent in Languages in Languages – Istituto Universitario Orientale, Naples, Italy