Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Lead. Deliver. Transform. A Landmark COO Role in Industrial Park Development.

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned operations leader to step into a high-profile role within a growing industrial park development portfolio. Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll shape strategy, drive project delivery, and lead a multi-functional division spanning infrastructure, commercial performance, and people leadership.

Why Apply?

Our client is an established property development organisation with ambitious growth plans and a maturing industrial park portfolio. You'll join at a pivotal moment, with real scope to influence how projects are executed, how teams develop, and how the business evolves. A high-visibility, strategically significant position at the most senior level.

The Role

A position where your decisions shape outcomes across the entire project lifecycle:

• Oversee end-to-end operations spanning infrastructure, utilities, commercial leasing, and project delivery
• Evaluate and approve project proposals, ensuring quality, budget, and timeline standards are consistently upheld
• Act as the bridge between cross-functional teams, resolving critical issues to maintain project momentum
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance culture through active coaching, mentoring, and structured team development
• Build strong relationships with regulatory bodies, utility providers, and government agencies to secure timely approvals
• Champion smart industrial solutions, sustainability initiatives, and innovation to strengthen long-term competitiveness

What We're Looking For

A technically grounded leader with the gravitas to operate at the most senior level:

• Relevant degree, ideally in Civil or Structural Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline
• A minimum of 15 years in the industry, with at least 5 years in senior leadership within a sizeable property development organisation
• Proven track record in managing development and investment projects across complex building environments
• Strong financial literacy, including the ability to assess project feasibility, cash flows, and investment returns
• Solid grounding in contract management, quantity surveying, building materials, and industry regulations
• High integrity, sound judgement, and the confidence to navigate complex, multi-stakeholder environments

Ready to lead one of Malaysia's most impactful industrial park operations? Apply now.

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)