Director of Operations - Miami, FL

Director of Operations - (Real Estate Development, Construction & Operations), Miami, FL

We are a premier luxury real estate development firm specializing in ultra-high-end custom estates in exclusive communities throughout South Florida. Our portfolio includes waterfront mansions, architecturally significant residences, and world-class luxury properties built to the highest standards of craftsmanship and design.

Position Summary

The Director of Operations is the CEO's key operational partner, responsible for overseeing development, construction, property management, and organizational initiatives across the company's real estate portfolio. This role ensures projects are executed efficiently, teams remain aligned, and company objectives are achieved through strong leadership, operational excellence, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development and construction projects from pre-development through completion.
• Oversee project schedules, milestones, budgets, and stakeholder coordination.
• Manage construction teams, contractors, consultants, and project reporting.
• Direct permitting, entitlements, inspections, and municipal relationships.
• Oversee property and asset management operations, including tenant services, maintenance, and vendor performance.
• Develop and implement operational systems, SOPs, and process improvements.
• Drive adoption of AI, automation, and technology solutions to improve efficiency.
• Prepare executive reports and provide strategic operational support to the CEO.
• Ensure alignment across development, construction, property management, and ownership teams.

Key Performance Areas

• Project delivery and construction schedule adherence
• Permitting and entitlement execution
• Operational efficiency and process improvement
• Property performance and tenant satisfaction
• Technology implementation and workflow automation

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in real estate development, construction, operations, asset management, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of luxury residential development and property operations.
• Experience managing permitting and entitlement processes.
• Proven ability to oversee multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Experience implementing operational systems, technology, and process improvements.
• Familiarity with AI tools, automation platforms, and modern business systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Entrepreneurial, highly organized, and execution-focused.

Core Competencies

Project Management • Construction Coordination • Permitting & Entitlements • Property & Asset Management • Operational Excellence • AI & Technology Integration • Vendor Management • Executive Reporting • Cross-Functional Leadership