Chief Operating Officer (m/w/d)
Core
Leading operational development, project steering, and cross-functional coordination for a consulting firm specializing in future-proof infrastructure projects.
Role type
Senior executive COO (Infrastructure & Operations)
Builds
Scalable project organization, operational processes, and strategic execution for public and private infrastructure clients.
Domain
Infrastructure consulting, project management, energy, telecommunications
Required skills
Strategic thinking, operational execution, portfolio management, organizational design, capacity planning, resource management, quality management, stakeholder communication, risk management, decision-making
Preferred skills
Experience with fiber optic/telecom infrastructure, general contractor structures, civil engineering, network planning
Technologies
Project management tools, reporting systems, process automation frameworks
Responsibilities
Oversee operational control and development of the project portfolio; Build and professionalize a scalable project organization; Derive and implement operational measures from corporate strategy; Lead and develop project managers and operational departments; Manage capacity, priorities, deadlines, budgets, and escalations across the portfolio; Establish clear processes, roles, and KPI systems; Ensure professional handovers and collaboration between technical and international teams; Set quality standards and control mechanisms for complex projects; Identify operational risks and develop pragmatic solutions; Collaborate with the management board and communicate with clients and partners; Contribute to strategic company development and organizational structure.
Seniority
Executive, hands-on leadership
