Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure™ with local service, nationwide®. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main’s 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Job Summary

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.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Environmental Job Requirements

• Travel – Approximately 50%
• This position will be based out of the St Louis, MO Corporate Office.

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person’s merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence.  Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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