Construction Manager

About DPDHL and CRE: Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL) the logistics provider of the world with over 600,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. We are an organization that is not just moving goods around, we have a very clear purpose, and we are: Connecting People. Improving Lives.  We provide challenges and opportunities for personal and professional development, we recognize the difference you bring to our business and together we share the pride of building one of the largest world leaders in logistics and supply chain.     Corporate Real Estate (CRE) at Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL) is responsible for more than 12,000 properties across all DPDHL business units worldwide. This portfolio covers an area of more than 30 million m2 and is managed by around 1700 dedicated real estate experts worldwide. As our business keeps growing, we want you in our AMERICAS region.   Corporate Real Estate AMERICAS - that's us! Together with our global colleagues, we offer excellent services along the property lifecycle Commercial, Construction and Facility Management for all DPDHL properties in a sustainable way. We ensure that DPDHL develops and grows in the future. Ready to immerse yourself in the exciting world of CRE? Join the team and bring your expertise on board! As part of DPDHL, you will be working with a global network of CRE colleagues and benefit from a wide range of development opportunities.    Job Purpose: Deliver medium projects on their own or be part of large & complex construction projects throughout the complete construction lifecycle.   Your tasks:

• Deliver up to medium projects on their own or be part of large & complex construction projects throughout the complete construction lifecycle and ensured delivery on time, budget to quality. This involves managing all necessary external parties. 
• Liaise with business colleagues including business development, solutions design teams, operations, and finance teams to ensure solution aligns with business requirements. 
• Lead Construction activities 
• Provide expert Construction knowledge and implement global processes in line with business strategy and objectives, corporate guidelines and policies.  
• Manage standardized project delivery process and a standard construction costing process 
• Manage standard process for tender evaluation, due diligence and change order requests, provide advice to BU project managers 
• Monitor quality criteria, project status, cost, issue resolution and risk mitigation of projects of regional importance 
• Engage external sources and identify construction trend and headwinds 
• Provide expert knowledge for all construction activities
• Provide best cost-effective scenarios for all projects
• Act as a partner for all project management areas

Stakeholders

• Connect with and influence other specialist departments and 3rd parties e.g. external service providers 
• May convince others to accept new concepts, practices, and approaches 
• Build strong, trusting cross-functional relationships with DHL managers
• Understand customer and key stakeholders interests and concerns and advise direct reports, customers and key stakeholders
• Provide technical guidance to line managers and employees

Your profile: Education Level

• Bachelor’s Degree 

Experience Level

• More than 5 years experience in Construction projects

We offer:

• Great opportunity to work for the biggest logistics company in the world
• International and virtual environment
• Flexibility and great opportunity to learn
• Tempting Compensation and benefits

DHL is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.  The EEO is the Law poster is available here: https://www.eeoc.gov/employers/eeo-law-poster    We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Would you like to join the Logistics Company for the World? Have you often wondered how products get from point A to point B? DHL Supply Chain does just that.

Become an essential part of everyday life, by contributing to an organization that is Connecting People and Improving Lives. If you have a passion for people, a desire to problem-solve, and eagerness to pursue continuous improvement opportunities… we look forward to exploring career possibilities with you!

Job Description

This position shall be responsible for management and oversight of DPDHL construction projects including renovations/improvements to existing and acquired facilities with emphasis on tenant improvement projects associated with warehouse/distribution facilities and/or PUDs/Ground Hubs. This position shall function as the primary liaison between Operations and Real Estate and will be responsible for translating operational needs into construction requirements. This individual will partner with Operations resources and engage directly with Business colleagues to define requirements and manage customer expectations.

The Construction Manager role requires a person with a technical background either in construction, facility management and/or industrial/civil engineering. • The person must be familiar with warehouse/distribution construction and design. • Familiarity with warehouse/distribution center operations is preferred .

Responsibilities will include: facility evaluation and assessment, review of building requirements for operational needs, project scoping/development of construction specifications, cost estimating, and construction oversight.

Travel throughout the US/Canada and multi project organizational skills are also required for this position. A valid trade certificate, post education in a construction related field or five plus years of facility management and/or construction experience are preferred. 

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience, required

• Warehouse/Industrial Construction/Facility Management Experience

• 5 – 10 years of experience

• Must be able to travel 30-40%

• Strong Technical/Engineering/Operations Background

• Financial Background preferred

• Project Management Experience/Training

                                          

Our Organization has a business casual environment and focuses on teamwork, associate development, training, and continuous improvement. We offer competitive wages, excellent affordable insurance benefits (including health, dental, vision and life), 401K plan, paid vacation and holidays.

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.