Chief Operating Officer at B. Adedipe Associates Limited (BAA)

Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Lagos for a Chief Operating Officer (COO). The COO will:

• Provide overall leadership for the company’s day-to-day operations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Oversee project planning, construction, and delivery to ensure quality, timely execution, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement operational policies, systems, and controls that drive efficiency, accountability, and cost effectiveness.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, and performance monitoring across business units.
• Support the CEO in defining and executing long-term growth strategies, including expansion into new markets and business lines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, regulators, contractors, and key stakeholders.
• Foster a high-performance culture by leading, mentoring, and developing departmental heads.
• Establish robust risk management frameworks to anticipate and mitigate operational risks. ▪ Champion innovation, sustainability, and digital transformation in business processes and project delivery

Qalifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Real Estate, or a related discipline; an MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years’ progressive leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior management role within real estate, construction, or infrastructure.
• Proven ability to manage large, complex projects and multi-disciplinary teams.
• Strong financial acumen with experience in P&L management, project financing, and investor relations.
• Demonstrated success in scaling business operations and improving organizational performance.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• High ethical standards and a track record of integrity and sound judgment.