Chief Operating Officer (Real Estate Company)

HIGHLAND SUMMIT HOLDINGS PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate development company seeks an accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) to manage operations from land acquisition to after-sales service. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in real estate development and a strong commercial mindset, leading projects to profitability and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in real estate development.
• At least 5 years in a COO or senior operational leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Thailand’s real estate regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operational departments across property development lifecycle.
• Drive operational performance of multiple real estate projects.
• Implement KPIs, SOPs, and reporting structures across departments.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-Functional Team Management

Commercial Acumen

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Architecture

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Real Estate

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Business Administration

Job description

Location: Chiang Mai, Thailand (Relocation Required)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Real Estate Development / Property Business

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) to oversee and optimize the full spectrum of operations for a leading real estate development company. The ideal candidate must bring deep, hands-on experience managing end-to-end functions in property development — from land acquisition, design, and construction, to sales, marketing, and after-sales service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and coordinate all operational departments across the full property development lifecycle:
  ▸ Land Acquisition & Feasibility
  ▸ Project Planning & Design
  ▸ Construction Management
  ▸ Budgeting & Cost Control
  ▸ Sales & Marketing Execution
  ▸ Legal & Compliance
  ▸ Customer Experience & After-Sales Service

• Drive the operational performance of multiple real estate projects (residential, commercial, or mixed-use) to ensure profitability, timely delivery, and customer satisfaction.

• Oversee project pipeline, portfolio growth, and resource allocation.

• Implement KPIs, SOPs, and reporting structures across all departments to improve project governance and transparency.

• Collaborate with the CEO and Board to shape corporate strategies and expansion initiatives.

• Manage internal and external stakeholders, including architects, contractors, legal advisors, and government agencies.

• Drive innovation in project delivery, technology integration, and customer service excellence.

• Lead risk management practices related to project delays, regulatory changes, and market volatility.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Real Estate, or Business Administration.

• Minimum 12 years of experience in real estate development or property business, with at least 5 years in a COO or senior operational leadership role.

• Demonstrated success in leading multiple real estate projects across all functions — from feasibility to handover.

• Strong knowledge of Thailand’s real estate regulations, property law, and construction permitting processes.

• Commercial mindset with the ability to align operational efficiency with business growth.

• Strong leadership, cross-functional coordination, and team-building skills.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• End-to-End Project Delivery Leadership

• Strategic Planning & Execution Excellence

• Cross-Functional Team Management

• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge (Property Sector)

• Commercial Acumen & P&L Oversight

• Problem Solving & Crisis Management in Real Estate