VP of Construction - General Contractor

Salary/Rate:$225,000 - $275,000 per annum
Job Type:Office Based
Contract Type:Permanent
Town/City:Queens
County:New York
Sector:Construction & Development
Job ref:JN -022026-84842_1770327775
Post Date:02. 05. 2026
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About the Role

Vice President, Construction (GC Operations)

Queens, NY | $225K-$275K Base + Bonus + Equity

A Queens based NYC real estate development firm is hiring a Vice President of Construction (GC Operations) to lead execution on major ground up mixed use projects and help build an internal general contracting platform.

This is a senior, execution first role for a proven NYC builder. You'll step into an active $280M hard cost, two building project, with long term job security and the opportunity to build your own team.

Responsibilities

  • Lead execution of large scale NYC ground up mixed use projects

  • Own delivery against GMP, schedule, and budget

  • Oversee subcontractor buyout, contracts, change orders, and closeout

  • Build and manage PMs, Superintendents, and field teams

  • Establish project controls, reporting, and execution standards

  • Work directly with ownership and consultants

  • Ensure DOB compliance, safety standards, inspections, and turnover

Requirements

  • 15+ years of NYC construction experience (GC or developer)

  • Proven track record delivering $150M+ ground up projects

  • Strong experience managing GMP contracts

  • Deep knowledge of NYC subcontractor market and trades

  • Background as Project Executive, Senior Director, or VP

Compensation

  • Base: $225,000-$275,000

  • Bonus: Performance based

  • Equity: Long term upside

Why this role

  • Immediate ownership of a marquee NYC project

  • Ability to build and lead your own team

  • Long runway of work (7+ years)

  • Stable ownership and well capitalized projects

Apply directly or message for a confidential conversation.

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