Who Is McManus Recruiting
McManus Recruiting is a boutique Multifamily Real Estate Executive and Leadership Search Firm, headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area, California. We partner with owners, operators, REITs, affordable housing organizations, commercial real estate and property management companies, and their service partners nationwide to recruit exceptional executives, managers, and leadership talent.
With deep industry expertise and an extensive network of real estate professionals, we help organizations identify, attract, and place the leaders who strengthen teams, drive operational success, and support long-term growth
We don’t simply recruit candidates—we build leadership teams that create lasting impact.
At McManus Recruiting, we believe great companies are built by great people.
To connect exceptional organizations with exceptional people.
Every search is built on integrity, transparency, communication, and a commitment to finding professionals who not only possess the required experience but also align with each client’s culture, values, and long-term vision.
We believe successful recruiting is about creating lasting partnerships—not simply filling open positions.
McManus Recruiting clients trust us to deliver a thoughtful, personalized search process built around a deep understanding of their business, leadership needs, and long-term objectives.
We provide:
- Customized executive search strategies
- Deep multifamily and real estate industry expertise
- Access to passive, high-caliber leadership candidates
- Comprehensive candidate evaluation and assessment
- Confidential, discreet recruiting services
- Clear communication throughout the search process
- Long-term partnerships built on trust
- An exceptional experience for both clients and candidates
Every search is approached with professionalism, urgency, and attention to detail—because the right leader can transform an organization.
We Specialize in:
- Multifamily Housing
- Commercial Real Estate
- Affordable Housing
- Senior Housing
- Student Housing
- Property Management
- Construction
- Real Estate Services
- REITs
- Conventional
- Third Party Fee Managed
- Owner Operators, Builders and Developers
Finding exceptional leaders requires more than posting jobs online.
McManus Recruiting takes a proactive, relationship-driven approach to executive search by engaging accomplished professionals throughout the multifamily real estate industry—including highly qualified executives, managers, and leaders who may not be actively pursuing new opportunities.
This targeted approach allows us to connect clients with exceptional talent they may not reach through traditional recruiting methods, helping organizations build stronger leadership teams and achieve long-term success.
Fran McManus
With over 20 years of experience as a hiring leader, Fran McManus specializes in executive recruiting, leadership search, and talent acquisition for the multifamily real estate industry. She partners with clients to identify and recruit exceptional leaders who drive growth, strengthen culture, and deliver long-term results.
Fran has successfully placed C-suite executives and senior leaders, including Vice Presidents, Directors, Regional Managers, and key professionals across operations, property management, sales, and marketing. Her expertise spans multifamily and commercial real estate, technology, media, and enterprise sales.
Known for her industry knowledge, strategic approach, and commitment to long-term partnerships, Fran helps organizations build high-performing leadership teams through a thoughtful and results-driven executive search process.
At McManus Recruiting, success is measured not only by the organizations we serve but also by the communities we support.
Fran is passionate about giving back through volunteer work and partnerships with organizations focused on youth development, foster care, homelessness, and affordable housing initiatives. She has supported organizations such as the Samaritan House, San Mateo County Foster Care Programs for Youth, Housing Industry Foundation, and the YMCA while actively participating in fundraising and community outreach efforts.
Giving back is part of who we are and reflects our belief that strong communities are built by people who care.
Exceptional executive and leadership recruiting is about more than filling a position. It's about understanding your business, your culture, and the leaders who will make a lasting impact.
With deep expertise in multifamily housing, commercial real estate, property management, affordable housing, construction, PropTech, technology, and sales, we know what successful leadership looks like. We identify professionals who not only have the right experience but also align with your organization's values, culture, and long-term goals.
By combining industry knowledge with a relationship-driven approach, we connect companies with leaders who strengthen teams, drive performance, and create lasting success.
Let McManus Recruiting build your team!
Whether you’re searching for your next executive, regional leader, or high-impact professional, McManus Recruiting is ready to help.
We combine industry expertise, an extensive professional network, and a personalized executive search process to help organizations hire leaders who make a lasting impact.
Contact McManus Recruiting today to discuss your hiring needs and discover how we can help your organization grow through exceptional talent.