Chief Operating Officer (COO) Property Development

ASK Resources; Kuching; On-site; MYR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property development is looking for a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee operations in Kuching, Sarawak. This full-time role focuses on strategic execution, project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence within the property sector. Ideal candidates should hold a related degree and have extensive experience in managing diverse development projects.

Benefits

Car allowance RM3,000 per month

Medical outpatient benefits

Dental/Optical allowance

25 days annual leave

Qualifications

• Malaysian citizen based in Sarawak.
• Aged between 45 to 60 years.
• Minimum 10 years' senior-level experience in property development.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operations across development, construction, sales, and finance.
• Ensure timely delivery of property development projects.
• Monitor project performance and implement improvement strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Decision-making

Operational planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

BIM software

Job description

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Property Development

Position Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Location: Kuching, Sarawak
Salary: RM13,000 – RM18,000 per month
Additional Compensation: Monthly commissions + Performance bonus
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Reporting To: Executive Vice President, GCOO, Property Development

Car allowance: RM3,000 per month

Medical outpatient: RM1,700/year (married), RM2,100/year (with children)

Dental/Optical allowance: RM1,500 per year

Annual leave: 25 days

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage day-to-day operations across development, construction, sales, and finance divisions

Ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of property development projects

Translate corporate strategies into actionable operational plans and initiatives

Monitor and optimize project performance, including ROI, cost per sq ft, and EBITDA

Oversee project feasibility, budgeting, scheduling, and due diligence

Ensure strong stakeholder relationships, particularly with government authorities and partners

Supervise financial planning and operational budget management

Identify operational risks and implement improvement strategies

Promote cross-departmental collaboration and ensure compliance with quality standards

Requirements

Malaysian citizen based in Sarawak

Aged between 45 to 60 years

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Construction Management, or a related field

Minimum 10 years’ senior-level experience in the property development industry

Proven track record managing multiple property development projects

Strong network and experience in stakeholder engagement with government bodies

Proficient in Microsoft Office; knowledge of BIM software is an advantage

Strong leadership, decision-making, and operational planning skills

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At ASK Resources, our mission is to provide efficient services to both jobseekers and employers. With over a decade of experience since being founded in 2005, ASK has been in partnership with locally established companies, shared services, GLC, PLC and MNC clients across all sectors and industries with successful result.

Whether you are someone seeking career opportunities, an employer who wants to hire the RIGHT talents that best fit your organization, or simply a fresh graduate looking for your first job, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

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At ASK Resources, our mission is to provide efficient services to both jobseekers and employers. With over a decade of experience since being founded in 2005, ASK has been in partnership with locally established companies, shared services, GLC, PLC and MNC clients across all sectors and industries with successful result.

Whether you are someone seeking career opportunities, an employer who wants to hire the RIGHT talents that best fit your organization, or simply a fresh graduate looking for your first job, we encourage you to get in touch with us.

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