Senior Construction Manager

Senior Construction Manager

The Senior Construction Manager will oversee multiple construction and CAPEX projects. This will include capital improvement projects, MEP upgrades, retrofits & renovations, and new builds. The Senior Construction Manager will be responsible for managing design, planning (cost & schedule), and execution (quality assurance and job site safety & compliance) for our current & future HelloFresh Fulfillment Centers.  You will manage enhancement projects and building construction to make our facilities best in class! 

 **Food Manufacturing experience highly preferred**

You will…  

• Manage planning, organization, and execution of capital projects 
• Lead the coordination of all assigned construction project logistical tasks & timelines 
• Responsible for the financial management of assigned projects that can be in excess of $20MM. 
• Make frequent site visits to survey the progress of work on all construction and associated renovation  projects to assure quality control & monitor performance to contract. 
• Play a critical role in formulation of construction budget; develop RFPs, negotiate terms and conditions  with professional entities. 
• Establish agreed upon project expectations and adherence to the approved budget and work effectively  with end user(s), such as Fulfillment Operations, Engineering, Logistics, etc. - and other necessary outside  professionals (architects, engineers, developers, estimators, equipment planners, etc.) to establish the  scope and budget for a project 
• Interface with local/state agencies regarding permits and inspects 
• Liaise with outside contractors regarding bidding, scheduling, billing, and execution
• Monitor performance to contract and recommend payment for appropriate services rendered. This  includes review and submission of all letters of approval, invoices, change orders, support documentation,  etc. 
• Manage business relationships with external contractors. 
• Manage review process of all project design documents (drawings and specifications
• Maintain up-to-date building & plot plans for planning & control purposes 
• Prepares project status reports regularly and effectively communicates the status of all major & minor construction projects to  Leadership and stakeholders. 

You are… 

• Data-driven - make decisions based on facts rather than gut-feelings
• A connector of complex problems at all levels through excellent written and verbal skills
• Impeccable organization, detail, and project management
• Agile - works in an ever-changing environment; demonstrates a data-driven focus in all work.
• Experienced in leading teams and encouraging collaborations at all levels and departments of an organization.
• A natural owner - Super reliable and thoughtful in managing your responsibilities, cares about the outcome and quality of work and earns the trust of your colleagues
• Customer-focused: aim to achieve a customer experience and product that is second to none
• Communicative and send clear messages verbally and in written form to set direction, and convey updates on issues, operational status, and goals during daily/weekly stand-ups and leadership reviews
• Equipped to manage projects, gather data, organize ideas, form recommendations and implement solutions
• Dedicated to providing the best possible experience for the HelloFresh customer 

You have…

• Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related  field a plus 
• 8+ years’ experience in construction with 5 years of experience in building e-commerce fulfillment/distribution centers 
• Food industry experience a plus, but not required 
• Significant working knowledge of Federal, State and local laws and regulations related to facility buildouts
• Experience managing multiple projects of scope and scale simultaneously 
• Proven history negotiating contracts for facility expansion (contractors, sub-vendors, landlords, permit offices,  site management, etc.) 
• Understanding of Building, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Codes 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel 
• Ability to read and interpret complex construction drawings 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Requires heavy travel to all sites

You’ll get…

• 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy 
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)   
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

Our company is committed to fair hiring practices and complies with all applicable laws, including the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act (JAFA). In accordance with JAFA, we will not request your age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution on your initial application for employment.

When submitting supporting documents such as a resume, curriculum vitae (CV), or educational transcripts, you may voluntarily redact or omit any information that would identify your age. This includes:

• Dates of birth
• Dates of attendance at educational institutions
• Dates of graduation

Your decision to redact this information will not adversely affect the consideration of your application. We evaluate all candidates based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. Please be aware that should you receive a conditional offer of employment, we may be required to request this information for legally permissible purposes, such as verifying eligibility for employment or for benefits administration and background checks.

Posted until 7/6/2026

Colorado Pay Range

$101,000—$130,500 USD

Newark, NJ Pay Range

$108,000—$140,000 USD

Illinois Pay Range

$101,000—$130,500 USD