About this opportunity
Govig & Associates lists this Director of Operations opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Are you interested in working for one of the most active developers in the Southwest? A highly respected real estate developer with 50+ years of experience is looking for a Director of Operations to step in as a true operating leader!
This is a company where your voice is heard and you can make a real difference, partnering directly with the COO and executive team to bring discipline, clarity, and accountability across the business.
Govig – #1 full-service recruiting firm, your access to the best opportunities available, is looking for a DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS for a diversified real estate developer based in the Phoenix area.
ABOUT THE COMPANY. With over five decades of real estate development experience and more than 650 completed projects across the United States, our client has built a proven track record of creating value and delivering exceptional results. Committed to the highest standards, they continue to expand their diverse portfolio, bringing the same focus on quality and growth potential to every project they take on.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY. The Director of Operations is a visible operating leader with real authority and accountability for people, systems, vendors, budgets, and outcomes. This role partners closely with the Chief Operating Officer and Executive Team to ensure disciplined execution, clear ownership, and sound judgment across business‑critical and externally visible operational areas. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:
Lead and oversee front office operations, including direct supervision of the Front Office Manager and Marketing & Events Manager
Own brand management and public relations efforts, ensuring consistent and credible external representation
Direct and oversee staff promotion of brand, values, and positioning
Oversee the company’s property insurance program, including allocation across projects
Manage property tax payments and coordinate property tax appeal processes
Track and manage Company’s assets for sale and respond to broker inquiries
Collaborate with the CTO on platform implementations, budgeting, and operational alignment
Serve as business owner for the company website, ensuring timely updates and quality standards through the marketing team
Lead the overhaul and implementation of Company’s performance review system and tools
Manage and provide oversight of the expense reporting process
Create and implement overhead cost control policies, including travel and discretionary spending
Partner with the COO on cross‑functional initiatives and complex operational challenges
Own the marketing function as a disciplined business operation focused on clarity, consistency, and credibility
Ensure external messaging accurately reflects Company’s values, culture, and long‑term positioning
Develop marketing budgets and oversee all internal and external marketing expenditures, including trade shows, PR events, company meetings, and general marketing initiatives
Oversee brand standards, marketing materials, and all external communications
Set priorities, timelines, and quality standards for marketing initiatives
Exercise sound judgment on reputationally sensitive and externally visible work, including social media
Serve as the primary owner and decision‑maker for the firm’s website and related digital platforms. This role does not include day‑to‑day content creation or copywriting.
WHAT YOU NEED. To be successful in this role, the Director of Operations will have:
5–10 years of progressive experience in company operations; real estate experience a plus
Demonstrated success leading people and operational functions
Proven ability to set budgets, establish protocols, and make judgment‑based decisions
Comfort setting boundaries and making difficult or unpopular decisions
High integrity, maturity, and emotional steadiness
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate operational and technical concepts into business terms
Ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and flat organizational structure
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree preferred
This position has a high sense of urgency! Ignite your career and apply today for a confidential conversation!
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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