Ambition Hiring! Full Time COO in Federal Territory - Ricebowl

Chief Operating Officer (COO) - Industrial Park Development | Kuala Lumpur | Permanent

Ready to lead one of the most pivotal operational roles in industrial park development? Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a rare opportunity to shape strategy, drive performance, and bring large-scale projects to life - from infrastructure planning through to commercialisation.

Why Apply?
Our client is an established, growing property developer with ambitious plans for its industrial park portfolio. You'll have genuine C-suite authority to influence outcomes, raise the bar on operational standards, and build a team that delivers projects investors and tenants are proud to be part of.


The Role
You'll own end-to-end operations across industrial park development - from infrastructure and utilities through to leasing, compliance, and commercial delivery.

• Unify cross-functional teams across infrastructure, utilities, and commercial activities to hit quality, cost, and delivery targets
• Evaluate and approve project proposals covering land development, infrastructure works, and tenant requirements
• Act as the operational anchor across business units, resolving critical issues and keeping projects on track
• Build and sustain a high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, and structured talent development
• Develop and oversee SOPs, technical standards, and knowledge frameworks across the division
• Strengthen relationships with regulatory authorities, utility providers, and government bodies
• Embed innovation, sustainability, and tenant-centric thinking into industrial park design and delivery

What We're Looking For
A technically strong, commercially minded leader ready to own the room at C-suite level.

• Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline
• At least 15 years' industry experience, with 5 or more years in a senior management capacity at a large property developer
• Solid track record across development and investment projects in complex building environments
• Confident reading financial statements - including NPV and cash flow models - for project feasibility
• Working knowledge of quantity surveying, contract management, and building materials
• Strong grasp of property development regulations and environmental compliance requirements
• A decisive, principled leader with sharp problem-solving skills

If this sounds like your next move, apply today - we'd love to hear from you.

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: *************88 (1048918-T)