Description :

Role : Chief Operating Officer (COO) - EPC & Real Estate Construction

About the Role :

We are seeking an accomplished Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead, transform, and institutionalize a large-scale EPC and Real Estate execution platform in India.

This is a pure execution leadership role designed for a seasoned construction professional who excels at building high-performing teams, delivering complex projects, implementing systems, and driving operational excellence.

The COO will be responsible for :

- Leading execution across all current and future projects

- Driving excellence in cost, quality, timelines, safety, and client satisfaction

- Institutionalizing systems, dashboards, and governance frameworks

- Building organizational credibility with clients, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders

- Transforming execution from personality-driven operations to systems-driven delivery

- Mentoring and developing the next generation of project leaders

Key Responsibilities :

1. Project Execution & Delivery Excellence :

- Lead execution across all active and upcoming projects

- Ensure milestone adherence and predictable project delivery

- Establish strong site governance and escalation mechanisms

- Drive project closure, handover, and defect liability management

- Foster a zero-tolerance culture for safety, quality, and compliance

- Reduce execution risks and delivery variances across projects

2. Program Management & PMO Leadership :

- Build and strengthen the enterprise PMO function

- Drive planning and scheduling through Primavera, MS Project, and 4D/5D planning tools

- Manage resource allocation, sequencing, and cross-project priorities

- Establish dashboard-driven reporting and project intelligence systems

- Implement rigorous daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly review processes

3. Contracts, Commercials & Claims Management :

- Oversee enterprise-wide contract administration

- Lead claims preparation, negotiation, recovery, and settlement processes

- Manage variation orders, EOTs, certifications, and commercial risk mitigation

- Drive subcontractor governance and commercial discipline

- Eliminate margin leakages through structured controls and processes

- Handle disputes and settlements with a recovery-focused approach

4. Construction Technology & Digital Transformation :

Drive adoption of modern construction technologies including :

- Building Information Modeling (BIM) 3D, 4D & 5D

- Digital Twin technologies

- AI & Machine Learning for project monitoring and risk prediction

- Drone-based surveying and photogrammetry

- IoT-enabled site monitoring and safety systems

- Modular construction and prefabrication methodologies

- Lean Construction principles and Last Planner Systems

- Green Building and Sustainability Standards (IGBC, LEED, GRIHA, EDGE)

5. Client & Stakeholder Management :

- Serve as the senior escalation authority for key clients

- Strengthen reputation for execution excellence and delivery discipline

- Build trusted relationships with consultants, architects, PMCs, and government authorities

- Ensure predictable and fair engagement with contractors and suppliers

6. Talent Development & Organizational Culture :

- Build and mentor future execution leaders

- Develop a performance-driven, meritocratic culture

- Create scalable systems and institutional processes

- Attract and retain high-potential construction professionals

Candidate Profile :

Experience & Background :

- 25+ years of experience in EPC and Real Estate Construction

- Minimum 10 years in senior execution leadership roles

- Proven track record of managing multiple large-scale projects simultaneously

- Strong expertise in high-rise residential, premium commercial, and mixed-use developments

- Experience with leading EPC or construction organizations preferred

- Deep understanding of PMO structures and program management

- Exposure to modern construction technologies and digital tools

- Demonstrated success in turning around and stabilizing challenging project environments

Leadership Traits :

The ideal candidate will be :

- Execution-focused without micromanaging

- Commercially astute and strategically aware

- Calm and composed under pressure

- Collaborative and stakeholder-oriented

- Decisive and action-driven

- Governance-focused and process-oriented

- Passionate about transformation and operational excellence

- A mentor who develops teams and future leaders

Why Join Us :

This opportunity offers :

- The chance to architect and scale a modern execution platform

- A professionally governed organization committed to operational excellence

- Strong leadership support and resources for transformation initiatives

- The opportunity to create a lasting impact on a well-established construction business

- Industry-leading compensation aligned with experience and capability

If you are a seasoned construction leader seeking a high-impact role where you can drive transformation, institutionalize best practices, and leave a lasting legacy, we would welcome the opportunity to connect with you.