Manager, Construction (SHO)

Welltower; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 90.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Construction Manager will assist in the execution of ground-up developments and major repositioning projects across Welltower’s Senior Housing portfolio, the largest of its kind in the world. The role blends office and field work, partnering with operators, designers, and general contractors to deliver complex projects to the highest standards.

The position emphasizes lifecycle involvement from pre-construction through turnover, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, and QA/QC, with

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor degree in construction-related field or equivalent.
• 5–10 years of experience in construction management, with preference for senior housing, healthcare, multifamily, or hospitality developments.
• Experience coordinating with building operators or operating partners during construction, pre-opening, or turnover phases.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Yardi).

Aufgaben

• Oversee day-to-day execution of ground-up developments and major repositioning projects across the Senior Housing portfolio.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and milestones; identify risks and implement corrective actions.
• Conduct site visits to ensure work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to plans and specs.
• Coordinate with operating partners on design input, FF&E, pre-opening planning, and staff training timing.
• Review contractor pay applications, change orders, and progress reports; provide recommendations to leadership.
• Drive punch list completion and turnover readiness for pre-opening coordination.

Kenntnisse

Construction Management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Contractor Coordination

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

OSHA 30

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Engineering / Architecture or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Yardi

Jobbeschreibung

The Construction Manager will assist in the execution of ground-up developments and major repositioning projects across the United States within Welltower’s Senior Housing portfolio, the largest of its kind in the world. This role is responsible for delivering complex, multi-stakeholder projects on time, on budget, and at the quality standard residents and operating partners expect.

This is a combination of an office- and field-driven role at the heart of Welltower’s flagship business, working alongside leading senior living operators, design teams, and general contractors on projects spanning Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living Cottages. The Construction Manager will operate at the intersection of construction execution and operator coordination, with meaningful exposure to the full lifecycle of senior housing project delivery and a clear path for continued growth within the Development & Construction organization.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Oversight & Execution

• Manage the day-to-day execution of ground-up developments, major repositioning projects, and IL Cottage infill expansions across the Senior Housing portfolio.
• Monitor project schedules, budgets, and milestones, proactively identifying risks and implementing corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to ensure work quality, safety compliance, and adherence to approved plans and specifications.
• For repositioning work in occupied communities, drive construction phasing plans that minimize resident impact and coordinate closely with operating partners on noise, access, and life-safety considerations.
• Review contractor pay applications, change orders, and progress reports, and provide recommendations to leadership.
• Drive punch list completion, turnover readiness, and pre-opening coordination with operator teams.

Pre-Construction & Planning

• Support pre-construction planning activities including budgeting, scheduling, procurement strategy, and constructability review.
• Review architectural and engineering drawings for coordination issues, value engineering opportunities, and alignment with operator operational requirements.
• Partner with operating partners early in the design process to incorporate input on resident experience, back-of-house workflows, and FF&E coordination.
• Assist in the development of scopes of work, bid packages, and contractor selection processes.
• Coordinate permitting strategy and senior housing licensing considerations across applicable state and local jurisdictions.

Operator & Stakeholder Coordination

• Serve as the primary field liaison between Welltower, general contractors, architects, engineers, and operating partners.
• Coordinate with operating partners on design input, operational requirements, FF&E procurement, pre-opening planning, and staff training timing.
• Facilitate regular project meetings, progress updates, and issue resolution across internal and external teams.
• Maintain strong relationships with contractors, consultants, local jurisdiction authorities, and operator development liaisons.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all construction activities comply with applicable building codes, OSHA standards, ADA requirements, state senior housing licensing requirements, and local regulatory standards.
• Implement and enforce quality assurance and quality control programs across all active project sites.
• Monitor contractor safety programs and maintain a culture of safety, particularly in projects adjacent to or within occupied senior living communities.
• Maintain thorough project documentation including daily logs, inspection reports, RFI tracking, and submittal logs.

Reporting & Project Controls

• Prepare and deliver regular project status reports to development leadership, including updates on schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
• Track and manage project contingencies, allowances, and cost-to-complete forecasts.
• Support standardization of construction reporting processes and templates across the Senior Housing pipeline.
• Contribute to lessons-learned documentation and continuous improvement of construction delivery practices.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of this employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Travel

Up to 40% out-of-area and overnight travel may be expected, including regular site visits to active construction projects across the United States.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of experience in construction management, with a preference for experience in senior housing, healthcare, multifamily, or hospitality-oriented developments.
• Strong knowledge of construction methodologies, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and building systems.
• Experience coordinating with building operators or operating partners during construction, pre-opening, or turnover phases.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Yardi).
• Solid understanding of building codes, OSHA requirements, ADA standards, state senior housing licensing, and local permitting processes.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to coordinate across diverse internal and external teams.
• Self-directed with strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality and safety.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred; PMP, CCM, or LEED accreditation is a plus.

About Welltower

Welltower Inc. (NYSE: WELL), an S&P 500 company, is the world’s preeminent residential wellness and healthcare infrastructure company. Our portfolio of 1,500+ Seniors and Wellness Housing communities is positioned at the intersection of housing, healthcare, and hospitality, creating vibrant communities for mature renters and older adults in the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada.

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, drug screening, and verification of employment, education, and other credentials relevant to the position.

Welltower is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EOE/AA. Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Vet

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