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Chief of Staff/Director of Operations - Development Group

CRE Finance Council · Miami, FL, USA ·

Pay:
120.000
Job type:
Full Time

Confidential | Miami-Based | Full-Time

We are seeking a uniquely skilled Chief of Staff/Director of Operations to serve as the operational right hand and professional gatekeeper to an ultra high-profile real estate principal. This role requires a true generalist with the breadth, intelligence, and adaptability to operate across multiple disciplines at a high standard.

The ideal candidate is a 6/10 or better in all core areas below — someone who can move seamlessly between financials, construction, design, transactions, leasing, brand presence, and luxury‑level execution. This is not a traditional corporate CoS; it is a high‑touch, owner‑facing role that blends commercial real estate acumen with strategic oversight, operational coordination, and impeccable judgment.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Financial Oversight & CAM Reconciliations

  • Review property financials, operating budgets, NOI performance, and expense allocations.
  • Support CAM reconciliations, tenant chargebacks, and financial reporting.
  • Liaise with accountants, PMs, and internal finance teams to ensure accuracy and alignment.

2. Commercial Real Estate Transactions

  • Assist with acquisitions, dispositions, and P&S processes.
  • Coordinate due diligence, estoppels, financial underwriting inputs, and closing workflows.
  • Prepare deal materials, organize documentation, and maintain transaction pipelines.

3. Construction & Tenant Buildouts

  • Oversee tenant improvements, punch lists, timelines, GC/architect coordination, and quality control.
  • Attend construction walk‑throughs and elevate issues proactively.
  • Review budgets, proposals, and schedules to ensure alignment with ownership vision.

4. Leasing Support

  • Work with brokers on LOIs, lease drafts, renewals, and tenant negotiations.
  • Maintain a clear understanding of market activity and tenancy strategy.
  • Handle tenant communications and track key leasing milestones.

5. Social Media, Marketing & PR Support (Can be a 3 out of 10)

  • Coordinate content capture and brand messaging for the principal.
  • Support personal PR moments, digital presence, and community‑facing initiatives.
  • Ensure consistent, well‑curated external representation aligned with the brand.

6. Architecture & Plans

  • Review drawings, plans, and design packages with an eye for accuracy and practicality.
  • Facilitate communication between ownership, architects, designers, and contractors.
  • Catch issues early and ensure decisions reflect the principal’s standards and intent.

7. Luxury Experience & Client Interaction

  • Maintain a refined, white‑glove level of presentation and communication.
  • Interface with high‑net‑worth individuals, investors, and partners professionally.
  • Support VIP walkthroughs, property tours, events, and high‑touch client interactions.

ADDITIONAL CORE FUNCTIONS

  • Serve as professional gatekeeper , controlling access, communication, and priorities.
  • Shadow the principal as needed to maintain alignment and move initiatives forward.
  • Anticipate needs, resolve conflicts, and ensure the principal’s time is maximized.
  • Coordinate across internal teams, vendors, consultants, and external stakeholders.
  • Deliver high‑level summaries, briefing materials, and actionable follow‑up plans.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

  • 5‑7+ years in a hybrid role spanning real estate operations, development, asset management, project management, or executive support.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate independently, make decisions, and drive outcomes.
  • Exceptional communication, discretion, and emotional intelligence.
  • Strong aesthetic sensibility and comfort working in luxury environments.
  • Thrives in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial, founder‑led setting.
  • Able to juggle many projects simultaneously without dropping details.
  • Comfortable wearing multiple hats — from financial analysis to field walks to PR touchpoints.

WHAT MAKES THIS ROLE UNIQUE

This position is designed for someone who can think like an operator, act like a strategic partner, and execute like a project manager — all while maintaining polish, confidentiality, and the flexibility required when supporting a principal directly.

It is the ideal seat for someone who wants heavy exposure across:

CRE transactions, construction, leasing, branding, architecture, luxury operations, and executive decision flow.

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