Multistate Cannabis Construction Project Manager

Verano; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Product discounts

Job summary

Verano is seeking a Project Manager, Construction to act as the owner's representative on multi-state cannabis facility development projects, overseeing planning, design, permitting, construction, and closeout of cultivation, processing, and retail facilities.

The role requires traveling 50-75% and coordinating with contractors, engineers, architects, and government agencies to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in compliance with local and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management or equivalent work experience.
• 3+ years in a project management field, or 6+ years in the trades, specifically construction.
• Strong strategic and critical thinking capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Organized and detail oriented with ability to execute change management.
• Solid project management, conflict resolution and people management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective consultative and influencing approach, with proven ability to work effectively with all organizational levels

Responsibilities

• Represent the owner’s interests throughout design, permitting, procurement, and construction.
• Develop and maintain detail project schedules and cost reports.
• Manage multiple projects across various states simultaneously.
• Coordinate and oversee general contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and consultants.
• Conduct site visits to ensure quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
• Interface with local municipalities, inspectors, and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate permitting timelines and inspections.
• Collaborate with cultivation and processing operations teams to align construction with operational requirements.
• Coordinate equipment procurement and installation (HVAC, electrical, fertigation, lighting, security systems).
• Manage vendor relationships and long-lead equipment logistics.
• Oversee commissioning and facility turnover to operations teams.
• Extensive travel of 50-75% is required.

Skills

Project management

Schedule management

Budget control

Stakeholder management

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/construction management

Job description

Verano is seeking a Project Manager, Construction to act as the owner's representative on multi-state cannabis facility development projects, overseeing planning, design, permitting, construction, and closeout of cultivation, processing, and retail facilities.

The role requires traveling 50-75% and coordinating with contractors, engineers, architects, and government agencies to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in compliance with local and state regulations.