Real Estate Construction Manager

Overview

One of our premier retail clients is looking to hire a Real Estate Construction Manager. This person will lead retail construction projects from early planning through key turnover — new builds, remodels, relocations, and refresh programs. Will be the primary point of accountability for cost, schedule, and brand standards. High-visibility role interfacing directly with Legal and Real Estate on disputes and delays.

Compensation: $75,000-$85,000

Location: MUST SIT out of Missouri, Kansas, Iowa, Illinois. Will work remote + travel throughout the central Midwest

Travel: ~25%

• 5+ years managing retail construction projects, specifically multi-site rollouts
• Strong grasp of retail construction schedules, store opening coordination, and prototype execution
• Budget, schedule, and vendor management across multiple concurrent projects
• Valid driver's license; ability to travel (primarily Midwest)
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Bonus)

• Budget & Schedule Management: Develop conceptual budgets and detailed project cost tracking; create and manage schedules aligned to retail opening calendars; identify risks early; coordinate capital vs. lease scope with Finance and Real Estate.
• Vendor & Contractor Oversight: Lead bid processes and contractor selection; manage GCs, architects, engineers, and specialty vendors; hold all parties accountable to scope, schedule, and cost; support resolution of disputes impacting store openings.
• Permitting, Due Diligence & Compliance: Coordinate site assessments, landlord coordination, and permitting; ensure compliance with local codes, lease requirements, and brand standards; maintain project documentation and logs; interface with Legal and Real Estate on construction-related disputes.
• Construction Oversight & Store Readiness: Conduct site visits; review weekly reports and communicate status/risks to stakeholders; manage punch lists and drive closeout; coordinate final handoff to Store Operations and Store Maintenance.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice:
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Pay Transparency:
Determining compensation for this role depends upon various factors including skill, experience, location, and needs. Salary range above is a baseline and may be adjusted with discretionary bonuses where applicable.