Executive COO for Luxury Architecture & Construction

Vaco by Highspring; New York (NY); On-site; USD 250,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead operations at a luxury architecture and construction firm in New York City. The role reports to senior leadership and oversees critical functions including operations, finance, administration, technology, and people-related aspects to sustain growth and strategic initiatives.

The successful candidate will drive efficiency, scalability, and performance across departments, ensuring governance, risk management, and strong stakeholder

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in operations, finance, business management, or related executive roles.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex operations.
• Strong track record in strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives.
• Background in professional services, project-based, or operationally complex organizations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Partner with executive leadership to support organizational objectives and business priorities.
• Develop and implement operational strategies that drive efficiency, scalability, and performance.
• Foster collaboration across departments to improve communication, accountability, and execution.
• Lead initiatives focused on process improvement and organizational effectiveness.
• Support business growth through planning, resource management, and operational oversight.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities with finance leadership.
• Monitor performance metrics to support informed decision-making and provide insights.
• Support development of business plans, investments, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain relationships with key external partners and advisors.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Finance/Management

Advanced degree or professional credentials

Job description

Vaco by Highspring is seeking a Chief Operating Officer to lead operations at a luxury architecture and construction firm in New York City. The role reports to senior leadership and oversees critical functions including operations, finance, administration, technology, and people-related aspects to sustain growth and strategic initiatives.

The successful candidate will drive efficiency, scalability, and performance across departments, ensuring governance, risk management, and strong stakeholder