Senior Construction Manager - De Novo

Veterinary Practice Partners•Waltham, MA

12d•Remote

About The Position

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. 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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Lead projects from early design through Certificate of Occupancy and turnover.
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
Run a competitive GC bid process
Evaluate contractor capabilities, pricing, and risk
Recommend and select the strongest partner for each project
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
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
Coordinate installation of digital x-ray, surgical and medical equipment, laundry and breakroom appliances, and specialty veterinary infrastructure