Core & Main Inc.-posted about 1 month ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Saint Louis, MO
5,001-10,000 employees
Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

Core and Main ("CNM") is immediately seeking an organized and experienced head of construction & facilities to support our real estate expansion strategy and facility management across the US and Canada. This position will report to the Senior Director, Real Estate. This position will oversee a team of construction managers and key third party relationships essential to the growth and continued operations of the real estate portfolio. This role requires balancing hands-on project management with senior-level leadership and program management while working to position the function for consistency, predictability, and scalability. The successful candidate will be comfortable in a high-paced environment and able to apply their knowledge of best practices in warehouse construction to ensure on-time completion of projects. The successful candidate will be comfortable with an organization where speed, adaptability, and a service mentality are paramount.

  • Lead the development and execution of a construction & facilities program, aligned with organizational goals, while building and managing a high-performing, agile team
  • Oversee construction projects and capital planning, balancing internal resources and external partnerships to ensure timely, cost-effective delivery
  • Directly manage a team of construction managers, providing coaching, performance feedback, and career development.
  • Negotiate/manage vendor contracts to ensure cost control and quality service delivery.
  • Manage site assessments, project scoping, due diligence, and pre-construction meetings. Quickly prepare and turnaround scope, budgetary guidance, and timeline estimate in support of Real Estate negotiations and approvals.
  • Manage pre-qualification of site feasibility for zoning and usage requirements.
  • Maintain full compliance with OSHA, ADA, NFPA, environmental, and local building codes, obtaining all necessary and proper permits or other documentation (Certificates of Occupancy)
  • Manage construction project timelines, critical dates, and budgets as well as all associated communication and reporting.
  • Ensure team accountability against milestone tracking reports and project timelines.
  • Manage project risk proactively and actively and regularly communicate progress with all key stakeholders (real estate, field and branch leadership, and third-party vendors).
  • Review pay applications, sworn statements and lien waivers for compliance and accuracy.
  • Additional duties as may be required to support relocations, remodels, and facility repair and maintenance projects or programs as needed.
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field
  • Minimum 7-10+ years of directly related experience in a construction manager role with industrial and light industrial warehouses
  • Minimum of 3 years' experience and demonstrated ability in running a national construction program and negotiating/managing critical vendor partnerships at scale.
  • Experience and proficiency implementing and leveraging construction management software
  • Ability to read and understand construction contracts, specifications, surveys, blueprints and other construction related drawings
  • Proficiency in understanding zoning, construction schedules, building (IBC) and fire suppression code (NFPA), OSHA, ADA, and tenant improvement buildout scopes.
  • Proficiency in navigating and building trust with AHJs
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail and accuracy with an ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize work, manage timelines, and control project budgets
  • Experience building relationships with internal and external stakeholders and consultants
  • High level of proficiency with Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Experience managing construction projects and trades/vendors in Canada a plus
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