Director of Construction (February 2026)

Curo Pet Care•San Francisco, CA

15d•$165,000 - $225,000

About The Position

Curo Pet Care (“Curo”) is a rapidly scaling, privately owned veterinary hospital platform headquartered in San Francisco. We are a team of entrepreneurs and doctors deploying our own capital to elevate the veterinary industry through operational excellence and best-in-class hospital facilities. Curo is currently a family of 75+ highly profitable hospitals across the United States. We have completed over 30 ground-up de novo veterinary hospital developments in recent years and maintain an active national pipeline of new builds and large-scale renovations. Our facilities strategy is a core competitive advantage. We design and construct modern, highly functional veterinary hospitals (typically 3,000–5,000 square feet) in premier neighborhoods and growth markets nationwide. We are seeking an experienced, high-accountability leader to own and scale our construction and real estate development function. Role overview: The Director of Construction will lead all aspects of design, development, construction, and major capital improvements across Curo’s national portfolio. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to a consistent, high-quality standard while continuously refining Curo’s facility development playbook. You will oversee multiple concurrent ground-up and renovation projects, manage external partners, and serve as the internal authority on capital project execution. You will report to executive leadership and operate as a key strategic partner in Curo’s growth.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred
10+ years of progressive experience in real estate development or construction project management
Proven experience leading multiple concurrent ground-up commercial projects
Strong expertise in budgeting, scheduling, contract negotiation, and risk management
Demonstrated success delivering projects within tight cost and schedule constraints
Experience managing national vendor networks preferred
Strong communication skills with ability to operate at executive and field levels
Willingness to travel up to 25%

Nice To Haves

Healthcare, veterinary, or medical office construction experience is a plus
Proficiency with project management software (e.g. Smaretsheet, Procore), and familiarity with design tools (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp)
Experience working in the veterinary or healthcare industry is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead all construction projects from feasibility and planning through close-out and turnover
Own the master construction timeline across all de novo and renovation projects
Deliver projects on schedule and within approved budgets
Maintain strict cost discipline and change order control
Develop and manage project-level and portfolio-level financial reporting
Manage relationships with architects, engineers, designers, and consultants
Lead bidding processes, contractor selection, and contract negotiations
Develop and continuously refine Curo’s hospital design standards and facility playbook
Ensure brand consistency, operational efficiency, and scalability in all builds
Hold full responsibility for project financial performance
Anticipate, mitigate, and manage construction and entitlement risks
Ensure all budget deviations are pre-approved and documented
Provide clear executive-level reporting on cost, risk, and schedule
Obtain and oversee permits, approvals, and inspections
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes
Maintain OSHA safety compliance and enforce site safety standards
Ensure adherence to healthcare-related facility requirements where applicable
Serve as the primary face of Curo during project meetings with doctors, partners, and vendors
Develop and maintain strong subcontractor and vendor relationships nationally
Coordinate internal stakeholders to remove bottlenecks and maintain timelines
Mentor and develop internal team members within the construction function