The Associate Pre-Construction Manager will manage pre-construction activities supporting distribution centers, delivery hubs, and office construction across the U.S.  Key focus areas include: cost estimating, scheduling, feasibility studies, leasing due diligence, contracting and management of external consultants and engineers, RFQ/RFP process, managing design document retention and record drawings, and updating design standards for all brands.

You will … 

• Manage intake of all new proposed construction/facilities projects and feasibility studies.
• Work with internal stakeholders from programming through design development to determine project requirements.
• Determine project delivery method and contract key consultants, engineers, and contractors.
• Manage budgets and schedules through handoff to construction manager.
• Develop budget; Design RFQ/RFPs, negotiate terms and conditions with consultants.
• Interface with local/state agencies regarding permits and inspections.
• Collaborate with executives and senior leadership to establish schedules, impacts to operations, and other considerations relevant to early construction planning. 
• Monitor performance to design requirements and project constraints developed during the programming and design development phases.
• Manage business relationships with consultants and contractors.
• Manage internal stakeholder expectations through clear communication and visual aids.
• Manage review process of all project design documents (drawings and specifications) 
• Prepares project status reports regularly and effectively communicates the status of all major & minor construction projects to  Leadership and stakeholders.

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You are… 

• Problem Solving/Analysis: Ability to shift focus and react to changing scope and conditions 
• Detailed Oriented, Results Driven, and willing to deep dive into any issue,
• Partnership: Partner with Internal Stakeholders to deliver designs that meet the project intent 
• Multitasking: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Communication Proficiency: speak to team members with tact and diplomacy

• 3-5+ years experience in construction or design; or a Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering or a related field 
• Food industry/e-commerce experience a plus but not required 
• Experience managing multiple projects of scope and scale simultaneously a plus
• Excellent verbal skills
• Understanding of Building, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Codes 
• Basic understanding in CAD/Bluebeam/PDF editing software
• Proficient in MS Suite of products
• Proficient in creating a Schedule using various software (MS Project, Primavera, etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings 
• Excellent written communication skills and detailed documentation
• Requires travel to all sites

You’ll get… 

• Competitive salary, 401k with company match that vests immediately upon participation, and company equity plan based on role
• Generous PTO, including sabbatical, and parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Up to 75% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)   
• Access to 7 different Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) including those for 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.