Director of Construction (February 2026)

Curo Pet Care ("Curo") is a rapidly scaling, privately owned veterinary hospital platform headquartered in San Francisco. We are a team of entrepreneurs and doctors deploying our own capital to elevate the veterinary industry through operational excellence and best-in-class hospital facilities. Curo is currently a family of 75+ highly profitable hospitals across the United States. We have completed over 30 ground-up de novo veterinary hospital developments in recent years and maintain an active national pipeline of new builds and large-scale renovations. Our facilities strategy is a core competitive advantage. We design and construct modern, highly functional veterinary hospitals (typically 3,000-5,000 square feet) in premier neighborhoods and growth markets nationwide. We are seeking an experienced, high-accountability leader to own and scale our construction and real estate development function. Role overview: The Director of Construction will lead all aspects of design, development, construction, and major capital improvements across Curo's national portfolio. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for delivering projects on time, on budget, and to a consistent, high-quality standard while continuously refining Curo's facility development playbook. You will oversee multiple concurrent ground-up and renovation projects, manage external partners, and serve as the internal authority on capital project execution. You will report to executive leadership and operate as a key strategic partner in Curo's growth. As our Director of Construction, you will: Portfolio & Execution Leadership * Lead all construction projects from feasibility and planning through close-out and turnover * Own the master construction timeline across all de novo and renovation projects * Deliver projects on schedule and within approved budgets * Maintain strict cost discipline and change order control * Develop and manage project-level and portfolio-level financial reporting Design & Development Oversight * Manage relationships with architects, engineers, designers, and consultants * Lead bidding processes, contractor selection, and contract negotiations * Develop and continuously refine Curo's hospital design standards and facility playbook * Ensure brand consistency, operational efficiency, and scalability in all builds Financial & Risk Accountability * Hold full responsibility for project financial performance * Anticipate, mitigate, and manage construction and entitlement risks * Ensure all budget deviations are pre-approved and documented * Provide clear executive-level reporting on cost, risk, and schedule Regulatory & Compliance Management * Obtain and oversee permits, approvals, and inspections * Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal building codes * Maintain OSHA safety compliance and enforce site safety standards * Ensure adherence to healthcare-related facility requirements where applicable Stakeholder & Team Leadership * Serve as the primary face of Curo during project meetings with doctors, partners, and vendors * Develop and maintain strong subcontractor and vendor relationships nationally * Coordinate internal stakeholders to remove bottlenecks and maintain timelines * Mentor and develop internal team members within the construction function Desired Qualifications and Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred * 10+ years of progressive experience in real estate development or construction project management * Proven experience leading multiple concurrent ground-up commercial projects * Strong expertise in budgeting, scheduling, contract negotiation, and risk management * Demonstrated success delivering projects within tight cost and schedule constraints * Experience managing national vendor networks preferred * Healthcare, veterinary, or medical office construction experience is a plus * Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Smaretsheet, Procore), and familiarity with design tools (AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp) * Strong communication skills with ability to operate at executive and field levels * Willingness to travel up to 25% * Experience working in the veterinary or healthcare industry is a plus In order to attract the right leader to join our team, we are offering the following benefits: * Highly competitive salary and bonus ($165k to $225k+ based on experience) * Health insurance * 401(k) * Personal pet care discount * Vacation and paid holidays About Curo Pet Care: www.curopet.com Curo Pet Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We comply with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, which means we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, consistent with applicable law. Employment with Curo Pet Care is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable law.