[US HQ] Director, Construction Management

The Director, Construction Management will oversee the Construction team which manages all ongoing construction and major renovation projects within the HelloFresh network. This includes capital improvements & all on-site construction and land development, including budget, scheduling, quality assurance,  job site safety & compliance, and relevant building codes for our current & future HelloFresh Fulfillment Centers.

You will…

• Lead the team responsible for design, planning, organization, and execution of capital construction projects
• Lead the coordination of all construction project logistical tasks & timelines
• Overall responsibility for the financial management of all construction projects that can be in excess of $50M in total project costs.
• 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.
• Lead the formulation of construction budgets; 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 and develop relationships with external contractors.
• Manage review process of all project design documents (drawings and specifications)
• Ensure maintenance of up-to-date building & plot plans for planning & control purposes
• Regularly and effectively communicates the status of all major & minor construction projects to Leadership and stakeholders.

You are…

• Passionate, imaginative, and able to articulate a clear vision when leading others
• Strategic: you recognize and resolve situations that are ambiguous or challenging and use logic to identify alternatives, evaluate, and present solutions while thinking about contingency plans
• A demonstrator of technical skills and proficiency through presentation and analytical tools necessary for creating visually and verbally engaging content/reports
• Versatile: you enjoy solving a broad range of issues and excel in growth environments
• Experienced in leading teams and encouraging collaborations at all levels and departments of an organization
• Adventurous, optimistic, and bold in making decisions and taking calculated risks
• A friend to data and analytics. Can conduct and evaluate analyses, identify points of improvement, and develop clear solutions and strategies from the findings
• A seeker of knowledge to understand how things work, why they work the way they do, and question things to continuously learn
• Dedicated to providing the best possible experience for the HelloFresh customer

You have…

• Bachelor's degree is required.  Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field a plus
• 10+ years’ experience in construction with 5 years of experience in building e-commerce fulfillment/distribution centers
• 5+ years experience in leading a Construction Management team
• Food industry experience 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 CAD
• 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…

• 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.

FOR CO POSTINGS

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 8/31/26

Colorado Pay Range

$131,250—$158,500 USD

Newark, NJ Pay Range

$140,700—$170,000 USD