Head of Construction

A privately held real estate investment and development firm with a portfolio of retail and mixed-use properties is seeking a Head of Construction. This role will oversee active renovation and adaptive reuse projects across the Northeast. This is a highly field-oriented position serving as the owner's representative, responsible for construction execution, quality control, contractor management, budget oversight, and project delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Lead day-to-day construction execution across multiple active projects.
• Serve as primary owner-side contact for general contractors.
• Conduct frequent site inspections to ensure quality, workmanship, and adherence to plans.
• Review RFIs, submittals, change orders, pay applications, and project budgets.
• Manage schedules, punch lists, project closeout, and warranty items.
• Maintain rigorous standards for historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and high-end finishes.

Qualifications:

• Active Massachusetts Professional Engineer (P.E.) license
• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering.
• Prior field experience as a Field Engineer and/or Superintendent with a reputable GC.
• Experience with historic, landmarked, or adaptive reuse projects.
• Strong knowledge of structural systems, building envelope, MEP systems, and luxury finishes.
• Massachusetts CSL (or ability to obtain).