Construction Site Manager

NewCold; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative environment

Professional growth opportunities

Global company exposure

Impact on cold storage innovation

Well-being program

Job summary

NewCold in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Site Construction Manager to lead design-build projects from inception to turnover. You will coordinate on-site teams, manage safety, schedule, and budget, and represent NewCold with contractors, design teams, and regulators. The role requires 7–10 years of industrial construction experience and strong proficiency with PM tools.

Join a fast-growing, global cold storage leader focused on innovative logistics and team collaboration.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of construction management experience in industrial, warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or cold storage facilities.
• Experience with refrigerated warehouses, freezer facilities, food processing plants, or temperature-controlled logistics facilities a plus
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

OSHA 30

Project coordination

Team leadership

Self-starter

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Procore

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Microsoft Project

Job description

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:

Position Overview

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

• 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.

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
• 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.

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?

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.