Chief Operating Officer (COO) & Business Development

John Cook Builders; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

John Cook Builders in Boca Raton, FL seeks a COO & Business Development leader to oversee daily operations, align teams, and drive performance. This on-site role focuses on operational planning, cross-functional collaboration, and sustaining service quality to clients and partners.

You will shape business development strategies, identify new markets and partnerships, and partner with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and risk management while mentoring managers to foster

Qualifications

• Strong operations management and business planning skills.
• Analytical skills to interpret data and monitor KPIs.
• Finance and budgeting expertise including forecasting and cost control.
• Proven experience in business development, partnerships, and revenue growth.
• Leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Management, or related field; MBA preferred.
• On-site experience in a collaborative environment driving organizational change.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure resources align with goals.
• Lead operational planning, performance metrics, and cross-functional initiatives.
• Develop and execute business development strategies and pursue new markets.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on budgeting, forecasting, and risk management.
• Mentor managers and promote accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Operations management

Business planning

Analytical skills

Finance and budgeting

Business development

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Management

MBA or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

Company Description

The company is a growing organization seeking an experienced leader to oversee operations and drive business development from its Boca Raton, FL location. The workplace emphasizes collaborative decision-making, clear performance goals, and continuous improvement across all departments. Team members are encouraged to bring forward ideas that strengthen operational efficiency and support sustainable growth. The organization values integrity, accountability, and a strong focus on delivering high-quality services to clients and partners.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Boca Raton, FL. The COO & Business Development professional will oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring that processes, teams, and resources are aligned with organizational goals. Responsibilities include leading operational planning, managing performance metrics, and coordinating cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency and service quality. The role also involves developing and executing business development strategies, identifying new markets and partnerships, and supporting revenue growth. The individual will collaborate closely with senior leadership on budgeting, financial planning, and risk management, while mentoring managers and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong Operations Management and Business Planning skills, with experience aligning processes and resources to strategic goals.
• Demonstrated Analytical Skills, including the ability to interpret data, monitor KPIs, and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in Finance and Budgeting, including managing budgets, supporting forecasting, and overseeing cost-control initiatives.
• Proven experience in business development, strategic partnerships, and revenue growth in a managerial or executive capacity.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to guide cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Management, or a related field; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is preferred.
• Track record of working on-site in a collaborative environment and driving organizational change and process improvement.