Chief Property & Development Officer

The Company is seeking a Chief Property & Development Officer to define and execute its long-term property development and nationwide expansion strategy. The role includes identifying growth markets and strategic sites, leading property acquisitions and lease negotiations, and building partnerships with property stakeholders. The successful candidate will oversee the existing portfolio, optimize assets and investment returns, and direct design, engineering, construction, and renovation projects. They will also manage capital investments, project feasibility, financial performance, and investment governance while leading a multidisciplinary development organization and collaborating with executive leadership. Candidates should have at least 15 years of experience in real estate development, property management, retail expansion, or construction, including seven or more years in senior leadership. A strong record of nationwide expansion and large-scale, multi-site development is required, along with expertise in site selection, property acquisition, commercial negotiations, and asset management. Strong financial and commercial judgment, particularly in capital expenditure management, investment feasibility, and return on investment, is essential. Experience in retail, hospitality, quick-service restaurants, consumer services, or other multi-location businesses is highly desirable.