NewCold

Site Construction Manager

NewCold  •  Atlanta, GA (Onsite)  •  1 day ago
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Job Description

Site Construction Manager

About
NewCold

NewCold is a global leader in advanced food logistics. Our warehouses
and transport network sit at the center of the food supply chain. Connecting
the world’s major food manufacturers with retailers and food service providers.

Our goal is to keep the world’s food fresh and safe with our proprietary
technologies and innovative solutions.

NewCold designs, builds, and operates state-of-the-art cold storage
facilities that are highly automated. We push the boundaries of logistics with end-to-end
storage and transport operations that add greater resilience, efficiency, and
sustainability to supply chains on four continents. And we are growing rapidly.

To support our rapid growth, we’re constantly looking for talented
people to join our team. Want to be a part of a dynamic, forward-thinking
environment? Join us!

Your role as a Site Construction Manager

Key responsibilities:


A Site Construction Manager (SCM) shall possess all skills and experience to plan and supervise a wide
range of Design-Build construction projects and personnel from start to finish. You will organize and
oversee construction procedures and ensure they are completed in a timely and efficient manner as well
as represent NewCold (the Owner) throughout the entirety of the project. An excellent Site Construction
Manager must be well-versed in all construction methodologies and procedures and able to coordinate a
team of professionals from different disciplines to achieve the desired results. The ideal candidate will
have an analytical mind and great organizational skills and will have more than seven (7) years’
experience in a similar Superintendent and Project Manager role. The goal will be to ensure all projects
are delivered on time according to requirements and without exceeding the budget.
Roles and Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Owner Representation
• Act as the on-site representative of NewCold (the Owner) throughout planning, construction,
commissioning, and turnover.
• Protect NewCold’s interests by ensuring the project is delivered safely, on schedule, within
budget, and to specified quality standards.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between NewCold, general contractor, design team,
equipment suppliers, commissioning agents, and regulatory agencies.
• Provide regular project status reports to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Monitor contractor performance and enforce contractual requirements.
• Site construction managers are on the project site full-time.
Construction Management
• Oversee all site construction activities for refrigerated and frozen warehouse facilities, including
building shell, structural systems, refrigeration systems, MEP systems, insulated panels, flooring,
and site utilities.
• Review construction schedules and monitor progress against milestones.
• Coordinate daily activities among contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans to minimize impacts on schedule, budget, and
operations.
• Verify work is completed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and industry
standards.
• Review and validate contractor schedules, look-ahead plans, and recovery schedules.
• Track critical path activities and monitor key milestones.
• Identify schedule delays and work with project teams to implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries and installation activities to support project sequencing.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Review and validate contractor payment applications.
• Evaluate change orders, claims, and requests for additional compensation.
• Recommend approval or rejection of change requests based on scope, schedule, and budget
impacts.
• Maintain accurate records of project expenditures and cost trends.
• Implement and oversee project quality management programs.
• Conduct site inspections to verify workmanship and compliance with project specifications.

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Who we are looking for:
We are seeking motivated and forward-thinking individuals who thrive in
collaborative and fast-moving environments. Our ideal candidate has:

Requirements
• 7–10 years of construction management experience with industrial, warehouse, distribution,
manufacturing, or cold storage facilities.
• Experience with refrigerated warehouses, freezer facilities, food processing plants, or
temperature-controlled logistics facilities a plus
• Working knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems (ammonia, CO₂, glycol, etc.).
• Strong understanding of OSHA requirements, construction contracts, scheduling, cost control,
and quality management. OSHA 30 Certification a plus.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or
similar project management tools.
• Self-Starter with ability to identify and execute normal Site Project Management duties
Education/Certification
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.

Why
join NewCold?

At NewCold, our people are our most valuable asset. We take pride in our
team-oriented culture, where innovation and collaboration are at the heart of
everything we do.
What we offer:

  • A supportive and collaborative environment.
  • The opportunity for professional growth in a fast-scaling, international company.
  • The chance to have real impact and innovate alongside other bright minds.
  • The challenge of transforming the future of cold storage and food logistics.
  • A strong commitment to employee well-being.

Whether you’re a seasoned expert or just starting your career, NewCold
provides the opportunities and challenges that allow you to grow and excel.
Ready to turn your curiosity into impact?

How to apply:
If you are interested in this vacancy and would like to apply, please make sure
that you leave your CV in English. Suitable candidates will be invited for a
first interview with the hiring manager. A second interview will
follow with a wider group of NewCold team members.

Can we welcome you on board as our new Site Construction Manager and help continue
our successful growth?

NewCold provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), or service in the military. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.

NewCold expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment or discrimination based on any of the characteristics mentioned above. Improper interference with the ability of other employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

NewCold

About NewCold

NewCold, the world’s third-largest refrigerated food logistics provider, offers advanced temperature-controlled supply chain solutions. With 26 state-of-the-art, highly automated, and energy-efficient warehouses across three continents, NewCold offers a combined capacity of more than 2 million pallet positions. With a growing transport fleet, NewCold provides end-to-end supply chain solutions to leading food companies powered by proprietary technology and backed by a team of over 3,000 people from over 40 cultures.

Industry
Transportation & Logistics
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Breda, NL
Year Founded
2012
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