Vice President of Construction

Tutera Senior Living & Health Care•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

The Vice President of Construction will provide overall direction and leadership for Tutera Group’s newly formed construction division. The role oversees assigned work programs across the project lifecycle, develops and executes project plans from pre-start through closeout, and builds and operates the construction division, including identifying the team needed to support business growth. The position calls for substantial experience managing large projects for general contractors, strong relationships with subcontractors and construction and project-management professionals, and practical judgment in establishing an effective construction function. The Vice President will establish the division’s structure, staffing plans, workflows, operating standards, project-management practices, documentation, reporting, and controls. The role oversees pre-construction, procurement, subcontractor management, budgeting, accounting, cost controls, schedules, project documentation, field progress, quality, safety, commissioning, and closeout. The position also advises senior leadership on project delivery, staffing, risk, budgets, construction strategy, and whether projects should be self-performed or delivered by third-party contractors. When third-party contractors are engaged, the Vice President directly manages them as an Owner’s Representative. The role leads and develops staff, manages staffing levels in response to the project pipeline, coordinates with facilities and plant operations, and cultivates relationships with trades, suppliers, design professionals, and facility stakeholders. It champions safety and regulatory compliance, maintains required accreditations to serve as the organization’s supervisor and license holder across multiple municipalities, and develops technology and software strategies for field management. The position involves up to 25% regional travel to visit and support locations and build sites. The description states that the role requires work in kitchen and dining environments that may include heat, cold, humidity, wet floors, noise, odors, and fast-paced service demands, as well as the physical, mental, and environmental efforts described in an attached Job Activity Description.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or equivalent combined education and experience.
15 or more years of construction-management experience in commercial construction from pre-construction through closeout.
At least 5 years of experience managing large construction projects for a general contractor.
At least 5 years of experience managing a team.
OSHA Construction Safety Certification (30-hour).
Demonstrated success leading multiple large or complex projects and/or multiple teams simultaneously.
Demonstrated ability to take projects from early budgeting and planning through construction, commissioning, and closeout.
Strong knowledge of construction documents, takeoffs, estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and cost control.
Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, estimating, and project controls.
Knowledge of construction codes, regulations, and industry standards.
Experience procuring and managing subcontractors, including scope review, buyout, and negotiation.
Familiarity with AIA contracts and construction change-management practices.
Experience managing project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, and closeout documents.
Field experience overseeing construction work and coordinating contractors to meet project requirements.
Effective communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to perform work accurately, completely, and in a timely manner.
Proficiency in MS Office, Bluebeam, Autodesk, Procore, or related software.
Ability to meet the physical, mental, and environmental requirements described in the attached Job Activity Description.

Nice To Haves

Multifamily or senior-living construction experience.
Experience with value engineering and coordination with architects, engineers, and other design professionals.
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Project Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

Build and lead the construction division by establishing its structure, staffing plans, workflows, and operating standards.
Develop consistent project-management practices, documentation, reporting, and controls.
Coordinate construction activities with facilities and plant operations.
Advise senior leadership on project delivery, staffing, risk, budgets, and construction strategy.
Oversee pre-construction planning; review preliminary plan sets for feasibility and develop construction means and methods.
Collaborate with design professionals and stakeholders on constructability, scope, and value-engineering options.
Prepare, review, and administer AIA contracts and other project agreements.
Manage procurement and subcontractor buyout, including scope review and negotiation.
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
Oversee project-level budgeting and accounting functions, including budgets, estimates, forecasts, and cost controls.
Oversee pay applications and vendor and trade-partner payments, and manage compliance.
Implement processes to monitor expenditures and review and approve change orders and invoices; manage contingency budgets and financial risk.
Negotiate while protecting project scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
Review and interpret construction drawings, plans, specifications, and related project documents.
Develop, maintain, and communicate project schedules; monitor critical-path activities and milestones, identify schedule risks, and implement recovery plans.
Coordinate sequencing and phasing to minimize disruption to operations and stakeholders.
Scale staff up or down based on the project pipeline and resource needs, especially for field staff.
Manage project documentation, including submittals, RFIs, change orders, meeting records, and closeout materials.
Monitor field progress, quality, safety, schedule, and conformance with plans and specifications.
Lead commissioning, punch-list completion, demobilization, and project closeout.
Develop and expand relationships with qualified subcontractors, suppliers, architects, engineers, and facility stakeholders.
Establish project and trade-partner insurance requirements and manage compliance.
Work with leadership to determine whether work should be self-performed or assigned to a third-party contractor; assess project suitability and manage engaged contractors as an Owner’s Representative.
Maintain accreditations required to serve as the organization’s supervisor and license holder across multiple municipalities.
Champion safety and compliance with OSHA and applicable regulatory standards; conduct site visits and safety reviews, incorporate environmental, health, and safety requirements into execution, and support incident investigations and corrective actions.
Develop technology and software strategies, identify field-management software partners, and review existing practices for viability.
Coordinate with facility personnel to maintain services that meet residents’ needs and help create a warm, calm, and positive atmosphere.
Identify, develop, and deliver team-member performance expectations and accountabilities; build a team and effective processes.
Communicate and enforce policies and procedures; participate in training, coaching, counseling, disciplinary matters, and communications.
Conduct training, continuing-education programs, and special in-service training for direct reports.
Evaluate direct-report performance and make recommendations to support employee success.
Promote positive employee engagement, maintain frequent informal interaction with staff, and provide positive feedback.
Coordinate with Human Resources on employee matters from hiring through termination and attend and participate in Human Resources activities.

Benefits

Advanced Pay
Financial Literacy Classes
Employee Assistance Program offering mental health resources, legal guidance, financial information, and more
Child Care Discount
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) for eligible locations
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Exclusive Tutera Perks
Tutera University
Advancement Opportunities
Competitive starting wage