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Chief Operating Officer - National Capital Region

Ottawa Permanent CA$300,000 - CA$350,000 per year View Job Description
The Chief Operating Officer will oversee the daily operations of the construction department within the property industry, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and meet organizational goals. This role in National Capital Region requires a strategic thinker with a strong operational background and experience in managing large-scale construction projects.

This role uses AI-assisted tools to support initial screening. All assessments and decisions are made by a human reviewer.

  • Partner directly with a founder and executive leadership team
  • Build and scale the operating infrastructure of a high-growth platform

About Our Client

Our client, a fast-growing and well-capitalized real estate platform, is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to play a pivotal role in scaling its operations.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the CEO, the COO will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of the platform, overseeing the full asset lifecycle-from development through to stabilized operations. This executive will drive operational excellence, scalability, and performance discipline across the organization.

Key ResponsabilitiesOperational Leadership:

  • Lead execution across all real estate activities within the platform
  • Align cross-functional teams and eliminate silos between development, construction, and operations
  • Foster a culture of accountability, ownership, and execution rigor



Plateform and Systems

  • Assess and enhance existing processes, tools, and operating frameworks
  • Implement standardized project management, budgeting, and reporting practices
  • Develop real-time dashboards and KPIs to support informed decision-making



Financial Performance

  • Hold full P&L accountability across development and construction activities
  • Drive performance across timelines, cost control, and NOI optimization
  • Ensure disciplined execution and operational efficiency



Leadership and Organization

  • Lead and develop a senior leadership team, including Vice Presidents across:
    • Development
    • Construction & delivery
    • Residential operations
    • Asset management & revenue (evolving scope)
    • Marketing & lease-up
    • Technology, data & transformation
  • Clarify organizational structure, roles, and decision rights
  • Act as a key partner to the CEO in translating strategic vision into execution

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class otherwise protected under applicable human rights legislation. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled and all other qualified applicants

The Successful Applicant

Experience

  • 15-20 years of experience within integrated real estate platforms (development, construction, operations)
  • Proven track record managing complex, multi-project portfolios
  • Experience with full P&L ownership across a real estate platform
  • Background in entrepreneurial or high-growth environments



Core Competencies

  • Strong ability to translate strategy into operational execution
  • Experience implementing systems and processes at scale
  • Ability to create structure in fast-paced, evolving environments



Leadership Style

  • Hands-on, pragmatic, and execution-focused
  • Direct communicator with strong ownership mindset
  • Comfortable operating in a founder-led environment
  • Able to provide constructive challenge while maintaining alignment



Requirements

  • Fully bilingual (French & English)
  • Willingness to be present in the Ottawa-Gatineau region as required

What's on Offer

This is a unique opportunity to:

  • Partner directly with a founder and executive leadership team
  • Build and scale the operating infrastructure of a high-growth platform
  • Contribute to the transformation and long-term success of a significant real estate portfolio
  • Make a tangible and lasting impact in a leadership role with enterprise-wide visibility
  • Competitive annual base salary ranging from $300,000 to $350,000 CAD.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including profit sharing and RRSP matching.
  • Opportunities for long-term career growth within a prominent organization in the property industry.



If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Chief Operating Officer in the property industry, apply now to join this exciting opportunity in the National Capital Region.

Contact
Marine Pougeux
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7032006

Job summary

Sector
Property & Construction
Sub Sector
Construction Director
Industry
Property
Location
Ottawa
Job Type:
Permanent
Consultant name
Marine Pougeux
Job Reference
JN-062026-7032006