Vice President Construction

About the position

We are seeking an exceptional leader to develop and manage our construction teams, reporting to the EVP of Development & Construction. This role is ideal for a highly motivated candidate with extensive industrial property construction experience and superior management skills. The position is based in Los Angeles, CA or Costa Mesa, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, combining remote and in-office work as well as regular construction site visits (~at least 1 day per week to different sites, as necessary).

Responsibilities

• Manage a minimum of two construction teams (8-10 staff typically in each team) focused on specific submarkets.
• Direct reports include Directors of Construction, Team Leads, and Senior Construction Managers. Estimated number of direct reports will be 4-6 staff.
• Provide vision and leadership to execute REXR's strategic plan and grow the construction team.
• Collaborate with heads of Development, Design, Estimating/Pre-Construction, and Property Management CAPEX.
• Oversee construction-related matters for the managed submarkets.
• Ensure compliance with project objectives, including budget, performance, timeframe, environmental considerations, quality, scoping / strategy meetings and capital approvals.
• Coordinate construction management initiatives and work with various departments to ensure best practices.
• Oversee contracts and key relationships to develop an industry-leading construction capability.
• Manage financial control and reporting on construction projects.
• Approve architectural/engineering construction drawings concerning budget, scope, and schedule.
• Ensure efficient systems to track expenditures, review change orders, and re-forecast project schedules and budgets in real-time.
• Assist leasing and property management teams with tenant improvement and related construction strategy.

Requirements

• Minimum 15+ years of construction project management or related operations and leadership experience, preferably in the industrial property sector.
• Bachelor's or higher degree.
• Ability to work effectively as a leader and player-coach within a large team.
• Experience with industrial building and office interior construction.
• Experience with environmental or sustainability issues.
• Self-motivated, entrepreneurial spirit.
• Exceptional interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, technical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, Project, Outlook, and project management software.
• Ability to provide clear, concise direction and rapid responses.

Nice-to-haves

• Progressive leadership experience in a high-growth, fast-paced organization.
• Creative and innovative approach to Industrial Real Estate.
• History of executing value-add and ground-up industrial projects.
• Technologically savvy with a passion for implementing new systems and processes.
• Strong ability to formulate, articulate, and execute a vision, and manage change effectively.
• Superior communication skills for priorities, goals, guidance, performance evaluation, issue clarification, and problem-solving.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package Including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Unlimited Paid Time Off.
• Bonus Eligibility & Long-Term Incentives.
• 401(k) Employer Match Program.
• Professional Development Resources.
• Robust Health & Wellness Program.
• Volunteer and Community Engagement Opportunities.
• Employee Resource Groups committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.