At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. Over the past 10 years, we've seen this mission spread around the world and beyond our wildest dreams. Now, we are a global food solutions group and the world's leading meal kit company, active in 18 countries across 3 continents. So, how did we do it? Our weekly boxes full of exciting recipes and fresh ingredients have blossomed into a community of customers looking for delicious, healthy, and sustainable options. The HelloFresh Group now includes our core brand, HelloFresh, as well as: Green Chef, EveryPlate, Chefs Plate, Factor_, and Youfoodz.

The Construction Manager will oversee multiple construction and CAPEX projects. This will include capital improvement projects, retrofits & renovations, and new builds. The 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! 

You will… 

• Manage planning and execution of capital construction projects


• Responsible for the financial management of assigned projects that can be in excess of $10M


• Play a critical role in formulation of construction budget; develop RFPs, negotiate terms and conditions with professional entities.


• Manage review process of all project design documents (drawings and specifications) 


• 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


• Liaise with outside contractors regarding bidding, planning, scheduling, and execution 


• Make frequent site visits to survey the progress of work on all assigned construction projects to assure quality control & monitor performance to contract. 


• Interface with local/state agencies regarding permits and inspections 


• Monitor performance of contracts 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. 


• 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 


• 4+ years’ experience in construction or project management,in e-commerce fulfillment/distribution experience preferred.


• 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 assigned project locations (50 - 80%)

You’ll get…

• Competitive hourly rate, 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.

About HelloFresh

We believe that sharing a meal brings people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures together. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action - from developing new recipes to constantly improving our process of getting dinner to our customers’ homes. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!

At HelloFresh, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. As part of the Company’s commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations, up to the point of undue hardship, to candidates at any stage, including to individuals with disabilities.

We want to adapt our processes and create a safe space that welcomes everyone so please let us know how we can accommodate our process. In case you have any accessibility requirements you can share that with us in the application form.

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HelloFresh is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at:

• Europe: EUaccommodations@hellofresh.com


• APAC: APACaccommodations@hellofresh.com


• United States: USCandidateAccommodations@hellofresh.com


• Canada: CAaccommodations@hellofresh.com