Senior Vice President, Construction & Engineering

Cresco Labs is seeking a Senior Vice President of Construction and Engineering to join our corporate office in Chicago, IL. This individual will report to the EVP of Operations and will be responsible for all construction operations within the company.

The SVP of Construction and Engineering will provide oversight and engage in all aspects of the construction cycle across multiple Cresco sites. This individual will have a strong understanding of wholistic project management, manufacturing operations, and cost principles to ensure all steps are done timely and in conjunction with Cresco’s financial goals.

This role will require a high attention to detail to ensure all projects are done safely and efficiently, while maintaining compliance with local regulations. As the company continues to grow, this individual will be responsible for leading and engaging multiple direct reports in a fast-paced, ‘all hands on deck’ environment.

CORE JOB DUTIES

Lead projects centered around development, renovation, and maintenance from conception to completion; this includes pre-construction planning, estimating, and design
Optimize facility layouts, production lines, machine operations and network performance
Develop an adaptable operation to handle new technologies, resulting from alliances with manufacturing and supply chain perspectives
Sets KPIs and expectations for deliverables; holds teams accountable for meeting agreed upon budgets and timelines
Manages capital spend as it relates to construction projects; oversees and reviews the development of budget estimates and routinely reviews actual spend to ensure all applicable KPIs are met
Evaluates and manages risk throughout the division, including regular reports/updates on any identified or anticipated risks
Creates and implements timelines and critical path scheduling for initial project start up
Collaborates with project managers and pre-construction staff to review all majority subcontractor and material bids
Negotiates terms of agreement, drafts contracts, and obtains permits and licenses as needed
Establishes and maintains key relationships with suppliers, contractors, and vendors
Responsible for team’s career development and provides training to ensure all team members understand all safety and compliance standards as needed
Partners with executive leadership members to evaluate the impact of Cresco’s construction projects and plans to the organization overall; this includes presentations around finances and project timelines in accordance with the company’s growth initiatives
Regularly provides key performance updates on all construction projects to executive leadership
Develops and implements company policies and procedures to ensure the highest degree of safety, quality, and compliance standards are met by all team members
Direct and oversee construction projects from conception to completion while monitoring compliance with safety and building regulations
Engages positively with the communities where Cresco operates to ensure strong partnerships and connections with the local area

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

Bachelor’s degree in Building Science, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field required
Master’s degree and/or Professional Engineer (PE) a plus
10+ years of experience within construction development and building engineering in a high growth, multi-site, and highly regulated operation
5+ years of experience leading a large team
Expertise in MEP systems, building and mechanical design using AutoCAD, etc.
Expertise in relevant rules and regulations around facility construction and maintenance
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and Powerpoint
Strong understanding of project and cost accounting principles
Ability to think critically and provide creative solutions as needed
Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
Strong attention to detail, with a proven track record of meeting and exceeding ambitious goals
Flexible and adaptable mindset

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.