Role: Senior Construction Manager – De Novo

Hours: Full-Time, Monday – Friday, Flexible Schedule

Location: Remote; Up to 75% Travel

Reporting to: Andre Harris, Director of Construction

Company Description:

Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP) is redefining veterinarian ownership by pairing exceptional doctors with the support and expertise to build successful practices. We empower DVMs to become co-owners – without sacrificing medicine, quality of life, or autonomy.

With 190+ partnership hospitals nationwide and rapid expansion ahead, we are seeking a seasoned construction leader to oversee full lifecycle delivery of our de novo veterinary hospitals across the United States.

Role Overview:

The Senior Construction Manager – De Novo is a highly visible role responsible for bringing new hospitals to life – on time, on budget, and to the standards of our doctor partners.

You’ll partner closely with veterinarians, architects, and general contractors to transform a vision into an operational veterinary hospital.

This role is ideal for a builder who combines technical construction expertise with project management skills, financial discipline, and above all a relentless commitment to execution.

What You’ll Own:

You’ll lead projects from early design through Certificate of Occupancy and turnover. You’ll have responsibility for up to ~10+ simultaneous projects at varying stages of development.

Pre-Construction:

Partner with doctor partners and architects to finalize efficient, functional floor plans
Provide early-stage project cost estimates within ~10% accuracy based on plans, site conditions, and market knowledge
Guide design decisions including materials, millwork, flooring, and medical build requirements
Manage architect and engineering partners through construction document creation
Oversee permitting strategy and execution across multiple jurisdictions
Shepherd projects through local zoning approval as necessary

Procurement:

Run a competitive GC bid process
Evaluate contractor capabilities, pricing, and risk
Recommend and select the strongest partner for each project

Construction Execution:

Lead the general contractor to schedule and budget commitments
Maintain tight control over change orders
Identify risks early and solve problems decisively
Serve as the primary escalation point when timelines or budgets are threatened

Site Leadership:

Be physically present during critical phases of construction, particularly the final weeks leading to Certificate of Occupancy
Drive project readiness, inspections, punch lists, and turnover
Ensure the hospital is delivered to the satisfaction of the doctor partner

Equipment & Activation:

Coordinate installation of digital x-ray, surgical and medical equipment, laundry and breakroom appliances, and specialty veterinary infrastructure

Required Experience:

8-12+ years managing commercial construction projects; ground-up and second generation (healthcare, medical office, or veterinary strongly preferred)
Demonstrated ability to deliver projects on-time and on-budget
Deep knowledge of construction methods, materials, and cost drivers
Strong experience with permitting, inspections, and Certificate of Occupancy processes
Proven ability to produce reliable early-stage cost estimates
Established network of general contractors across multiple markets
Comfortable operating autonomously with national responsibility

Travel:

Expect up to 75% travel, including extended on-site presence in the final weeks before project delivery

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Senior Construction Manager - De Novo