Chief Operating Officer, Projects at Asset Management Group (AMG)

Asset Management Group is a leading consultancy firm that provides financial and business advisory services and leaders in the area of real estate conceptualization from inception to finish. AMG Ltd was incorporated to acquire and develop real estate assets in major cities in Nigeria. The firm has earned a reputation for conceptualizing and concept development of projects including engineering, developing, and adapting very novel ideas into the local environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer, Projects

Location: Lagos

Position Summary

• As the Chief Operating Officer – Asset Management & Projects, you will serve as a strategic leader responsible for driving business growth through active oversight of real estate assets, project lifecycle management, business development, and marketing initiatives.
• You will lead high-impact teams to ensure that projects and assets deliver optimal financial returns, align with company strategy, and meet investor expectations.
• This role blends strategic asset management, business development, and project execution, requiring a results-driven leader who can scale operations, foster strategic partnerships, and optimize portfolio performance.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• You are a business builder and strategic operator, not just an executor.
• You combine sharp investment acumen with deep project delivery experience, and have a track record of turning real estate opportunities into high-performing, high-visibility assets.
• You’re passionate about growing a platform and leading teams through change, scale, and complexity.

Key Responsibilities

• Asset Management & Performance Optimization:
  • Lead oversight of the company’s real estate portfolio, ensuring asset value maximization and strong financial performance.
  • Identify underperforming assets and execute repositioning, lease-up, or divestment strategies.
  • Implement asset-specific business plans with defined ROI, operational goals, and exit strategies.
• Business Development & Growth Strategy:
  • Source and evaluate new business and investment opportunities across residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with JV partners, investors, brokers, and key stakeholders.
  • Drive deal structuring, negotiations, and presentations to executive stakeholders and investors.
• Project Lifecycle Management:
  • Oversee end-to-end development and execution of real estate projects — from feasibility through design, approvals, construction, and delivery.
  • Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and at the required quality standard.
  • Direct cross-functional coordination between development, finance, legal, construction, and property teams.
• Marketing & Go-To-Market Strategy:
  • Develop and lead project-specific marketing strategies, branding, and leasing campaigns to accelerate absorption and visibility.
  • Collaborate with internal and external marketing teams to promote the company’s portfolio and pipeline.
  • Lead business storytelling and investor communications through pitch decks, reporting, and brand positioning.
• Operational Excellence:
  • Build and refine processes and systems that support efficient scaling of projects and asset oversight.
  • Implement project governance, performance tracking tools, and KPI dashboards.
  • Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, zoning, and building requirements.
• Leadership & Team Building:
  • Recruit, mentor, and lead high-performing teams across asset management, project development, and business development.
  • Foster a performance-driven culture of collaboration, innovation, and accountability.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership in real estate asset management, development, investments, or project management.
• Proven experience in business development and deal origination in real estate.
• Strong understanding of asset lifecycle and financial modeling (NOI, IRR, ROI, etc.).
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Master’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Finance, Project Management, or related field preferred.
• Deep knowledge of Nigerian real estate market and regulatory landscape.
• Proficiency in project management tools and financial analysis platforms.

Application Closing Date
10th October, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send CV and Cover letter to: recruitment@amgnigeria.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.