Project Leadership
Our organization is embarking on an ambitious urban regeneration project in Porto, Portugal.
This transformative initiative involves a 45,000 m² mixed-use development, currently in the design phase. The project aims to set new standards in sustainability, architectural excellence, and urban integration.
We are seeking a highly experienced Project Chief Officer (PCO) to lead this high-impact, executive-level role from concept to completion.
The PCO will be responsible for overseeing all phases of the project, ensuring strategic alignment, financial viability, and operational excellence.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record leading large-scale urban projects, preferably with investments exceeding €100 million.
Key Responsibilities
* Strategic Leadership: Define and drive the project vision in alignment with our long-term goals.
* Translate market trends and urban needs into a compelling, future-ready development concept.
* Project Planning & Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of the project: design, licensing, procurement, construction, marketing, sales, and post-sales.
* Ensure delivery on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
* Financial Management: Develop and manage complex investment structures, including variable investment models.
* Lead budgeting, cost control, cash flow forecasting, and return analysis.
* Attract and manage relationships with international investors and financial institutions.
* Design, Construction & Innovation: Coordinate with international and local architects to ensure a distinctive, feasible, and sustainable design.
* Oversee construction execution and promote the use of innovative technologies such as BIM and smart building systems.
* Risk & Compliance: Identify and mitigate risks across all project phases.
* Ensure compliance with ESG principles, environmental regulations (e.g., EIA), and corporate governance.
* Stakeholder & Institutional Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with public authorities, investors, partners, and community stakeholders.
* Represent the project in high-level negotiations and institutional forums.
* Marketing, Leasing & Commercial Strategy: Define and implement go-to-market and leasing strategies.
* Collaborate with brokers, agencies, and commercial partners to ensure successful commercialization.
Candidate Profile
* Academic Background: Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Management, Economics, or a related field.
* Postgraduate degree or MBA in Real Estate, Finance, or Project Management is a plus.
* Professional Experience: Over 15 years of experience in real estate, with at least 10 years in senior leadership roles (e.g., General Manager, Development Director).
* Proven track record leading large-scale urban projects, preferably with investments exceeding €100 million.
* Experience managing complex, high-investment developments from inception to completion.
* Background working with international design teams and premium urban developments.
* Strong experience in stakeholder negotiation and public-private partnerships.
* Core Competencies: Expertise in project planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk control.
* Deep understanding of the real estate development lifecycle.
* Strong financial modeling and investment structuring capabilities.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
* Strategic thinker with a passion for innovation and sustainable urbanism.
* Languages: Fluent in Portuguese and English (required).
* Spanish or French is a strong advantage.