Manager Construction Europe

As a Manger Construction Europe you will be responsible for selecting, contracting, and managing main contractors across multiple construction projects in Europe. You will act as the primary escalation point during project execution and maintain strong professional relationships with contractor management teams.

Manager Construction Europe

As a Project Information Specialist you will support the implementation and continuous improvement of our information management framework across global development projects. You will be responsible for ensuring that information standards, data structures, and documentation processes are correctly applied within our digital ecosystem — primarily through Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).

What will you do?

You will: 

  • Lead the selection process of main contractors for construction projects across Europe,
    in collaboration with project teams and/or external consultant.
  • Lead negotiations and finalization of contractor agreement.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with contractor senior management across all projects
  • Manage expectations and address performance gaps of both contractors and NewCold proactively
  • Handle escalations from project teams efficiently and escalate to the VP Construction when needed
  • Visit construction sites approximately every two months (or more frequently if required)
    to monitor project progress
  • Ensure compliance with agreements defined during the tender process
  • Act as the functional lead for site-based construction managers,
    including involvement in their selection
  • Provide input on construction budgets in early project phases
  • Critically assess project performance across disciplines to improve efficiency and
    reduce time and cost.

What are we looking for?

You have:

  • A degree in Engineering, preferably Civil Engineering
  • Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the construction sector,
    preferably in an operational role at a contractor
  • Strong understanding of design & build contracts
  • Proven experience in construction and contract management
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills
  • A hands-on mindset and ability to get things done
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic and international environment
  • Fluency in Dutch and English
  • Strong team player with leadership capabilities


Please note that working from our Breda office is required 4 days / week.

What do 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.

26 days paid leave

(based on 40 hours)

Collective disability and accident insurance

Pension plan

Travel allowance

Possibility to join the collective health insurance

Fitness contribution

of € 25,- net per month

Learn more about working at NewCold

“I just love coming up with new solutions that make the company go forward.”

Luwellan Esterhuizen

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The recently opened Global Innovation and Support Center (GISC) is a cutting-edge hub for technological advancements and operational excellence. 

GISC was designed for innovation, efficiency, and well-being, reflecting the essence of our company’s identity.

Employees can benefit from an array of amenities including a training center, a number of meeting & collaboration spaces, EV infrastructure, on-site dining, a lounge and social bar, and more. 

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Find us here

Telephone number:
+31 88 0601400

Address:

Oosterhoutseweg 105

4816 KC Breda

Our office is easily accessible by car, bike, or bus (7 min from Breda Central Station).

Direct contact

Cristina Radu
Corporate Recruiter 

[email protected]

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About NewCold

NewCold is a global leader in advanced, temperature-controlled food supply chain solutions by designing, building, and powering the world’s most innovative automated warehouses.

As the world’s third-largest refrigerated food logistics provider, we operate 26 state-of-the-art, high-bay facilities across three continents, offering more than 2 million pallet positions and end-to-end logistics services that keep food safe, fresh, and moving efficiently around the globe.

What sets NewCold apart is our vertical integration. We own the companies, systems, and capabilities that design, develop, construct, and operate our fully automated warehouses and transport networks. From engineering and construction to software development and operational execution, our in-house expertise drives innovation across every stage of the logistics value chain.

Our proprietary software, automation technology, and advanced transport solutions power our growing global network — enabling us to deliver resilient, energy-efficient, and data-driven supply chain solutions for the world’s leading food producers.

Guided by an international leadership team and supported by more than 3,000 talented people representing over 40 cultures, NewCold is shaping the future of cold-chain logistics. Together, we are building smarter systems, stronger networks, and a safer, more sustainable food supply for the world.

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