Construction Project Manager

The Role 

This role is remote, with 50% travel to the states we have cultivation/production facilities, primarily travel will be in mid-west and east coast but could be in any of the 14 states we operate. 

GTI just keeps growing and growing! We’re seeking a logistical genius and construction management guru to oversee CPG construction projects.  As a Construction Project Manager for GTI CPG, you will be responsible for serving as the liaison between GTI HQ and our Cultivation/Processing Facility build-outs in the field ensuring scope of work is executed, quality of brand is maintained, timelines are beat, and budgets are always in the green! You should have off the charts communication skills to work with sub-contractors/vendors and your teammates alike. As a proven Construction PM, you have managed 20+ projects at a time working across a national landscape. 

Responsibilities 

Cultivation Facility Construction (Primary Focus) 

Lead full lifecycle cultivation construction from feasibility through commissioning and turnover 

Oversee build-outs including: 

Flower rooms 

Vegetative and propagation rooms 

Mother plant rooms 

Drying and curing rooms 

Irrigation and fertigation systems 

Trim and post-harvest processing areas 

Coordinate high-performance HVACD systems designed for: 

Precise temperature and humidity control 

Vapor pressure deficit (VPD) optimization 

Airflow uniformity and disease mitigation 

Manage installation of: 

Dehumidification systems 

Chilled water systems 

CO₂ distribution systems 

Environmental control automation 

High-capacity electrical infrastructure 

Coordinate lighting systems (LED/HPS) and energy load planning 

Ensure building envelope performance supports environmental control goals 

Partner with cultivation leadership to align facility design with yield and operational targets 

Lead commissioning and environmental system balancing prior to operational handoff 

 

Manufacturing Facilities (Secondary Focus) 

Support construction of: 

Commercial kitchens 

Infusion and formulation labs 

Packaging and labeling lines 

Vault and storage spaces 

Coordinate sanitary design and regulated production environments 

Oversee MEP and process utility coordination 

 

Extraction Facilities (Secondary Focus) 

Support build-outs of: 

Hydrocarbon, ethanol, CO₂, and solventless extraction labs 

Post-processing and refinement areas 

Coordinate hazardous location construction (C1D1 / C1D2) 

Ensure compliance with fire code, NFPA, and AHJ requirements 

 

Core Project Management Responsibilities 

Direct all phases of construction management: 

Site due diligence and feasibility analysis 

Budget development and cost control 

Schedule creation and critical path management 

Design coordination with architects and engineers 

Contractor oversight and field execution 

Commissioning and close-out documentation 

Develop resource-loaded critical path schedules 

Manage capital budgets and cashflow forecasting 

Track performance across cost, schedule, scope, and quality 

Serve as single point of contact between HQ, site leadership, engineers, contractors, landlords, and regulators 

Maintain strict adherence to corporate safety, quality, and community standards 

 

Qualifications 

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field, preferred

5+ years of project management experience, preferred

Experience with the following is preferred: 

Controlled Environmental Agriculture (CEA) 

Greenhouse or indoor grow facilities 

High-capacity HVAC and mechanical systems 

Industrial electrical distribution systems 

Experience managing multi-site, multi-state expansion programs 

Strong understanding of environmental controls and agricultural infrastructure preferred 

 

Technical Skills 

Proficient in construction management software such as: 

Primavera P6 

Procore 

Timberline 

PlanGrid (or similar) 

Advanced Microsoft Project and Excel (budget tracking, forecasting, modeling) 

Ability to interpret mechanical, electrical, irrigation, and environmental control drawings 

Experience coordinating large mechanical subcontractors and specialty vendors 

 

Professional Attributes 

Highly analytical and systems-oriented 

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities 

Comfortable managing 15–20+ concurrent projects nationally 

Effective communicator across operations, engineering, compliance, and executive leadership 

Operates with professionalism and integrity 

Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth environments 

Additional Requirements 

Must pass all required background checks 

Must remain compliant with all applicable state and company regulations 

Flexible schedule required, including occasional evenings/weekends during critical project phases 

Willingness to travel nationally as required 

The pay range is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and/or location of the role. Positions may be eligible for a discretionary annual incentive program driven by organization and individual performance.

Green Thumb Pay Range
$90,000—$120,000 USD