Division Construction Manager, East - SiteOne Landscape Supply

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SiteOne Landscape Supply is the largest and only national wholesale distributor of landscaping products in the United States and Canada. With nearly 700 branches across the U.S. and Canada, we offer a comprehensive selection of products including: irrigation supplies, fertilizer and control products, nursery goods, hardscapes, landscape lighting, drainage and erosion control products, tools, and other landscaping accessories and supplies.  

The Division Construction Manager (DCM) East oversees construction projects from preconstruction to project delivery for field operations in our East Division. Projects include branch Greenfields, relocations, renovations, and expansions. The DCM will engage and manage third party vendors to ensure each project is completed in a timely and cost-effective manner. The DCM will report directly to the Division President and collaborate closely with the Company’s Real Estate team. The DCM supports Field Leaders’ construction initiatives in conjunction with a centralized Real Estate team by providing construction expertise, processes, and strategies for project execution.

Functions & Responsibilities

Support field leadership on all construction projects related to new locations, expansions, site improvements, code/zoning related matters and renovations.

• Build strong relationships between the Real Estate team, key Field Leaders, and preferred vendors to ensure smooth planning, permitting and execution of construction projects.
• Assist in creating initial budgets, scope/RFPs, project schedules, third party contracts and project meetings.
• Facilitate effective project management practices and protocols for effective project meetings and execution across the Division.
• Cultivate a strong third-party contractor network utilizing an RFP process in conjunction with Field Leaders and the Real Estate team.
• Source, vet, and onboard contractors.
• Work with related departments to create and document construction processes, standards, and templates.
• Oversee contractor coordination, manage construction contracts, payment, and close out processes.
• Facilitate project calls and utilize project management software to maintain project data and documents, generate reports, and provide analysis as needed.
• Ensures local contractors and engineers are incentive in value engineering projects and using other techniques to achieve cost effective results.
• Expect 25- 30% travel to facilitate essential on-site meetings as needed.

• Extensive experience in commercial construction and design, along with a demonstrated proficiency in estimating, schedule creation and contract/payment management of construction projects.
• Proven work history in construction codes, environmental impacts/regulations, and safety protocols
• Working history of permitting requirements and coordination through government entities.
• Management and supervision experience with third party vendors.
• Extensive project experience in commercial, upfits, remodels, expansions, and ground ups.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills
• Comprehensive computer skills including MS Office software and design/construction software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required with a preferred area of study in construction, project management or similar fields.
• Experience managing multiple projects over broad geographic territory.
• Seven to ten years of industry specific experience including but not limited to:
• Experience as a project manager or relevant role
• Construction management software experience preferred.
• Third party RFP creation and bid leveling.
• Construction budgets and forecasting

PERKS:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• 401k with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Lucrative Associate Referral Program
• Company Apparel and Work Boot Vouchers
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Paid Training and Business Certifications Available
• Free Counseling Services/Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance and Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Product Discounts
• Most Branches never work Sundays!

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED OF INDIVIDUALS PERFORMING THE JOB. THE QUALIFICATIONS DETAILED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION ARE NOT CONSIDERED THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS NECESSARY TO PERFORM THE JOB, BUT RATHER AS GUIDELINES. THEY MAY VARY FROM POSITION TO POSITION.

SiteOne Landscape Supply is strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all associates and all applicants for employment. All employment decisions at SiteOne-including those relating to hiring, promotion, transfers, benefits, compensation, placement, and termination-will be made without regard to race, color, national origin, genetic information, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, age, veteran status, uniform service, pregnancy, disability, or any other factor protected by applicable law.