Senior Project Manager Cold Storage

Lead the Work. Drive the Strategy. Deliver Exceptional Results.

At FCL Builders, our Senior Project Managers are more than project leaders in cold storage project delivery—they’re trusted advisors, problem-solvers, and mentors who drive success from concept through completion. In this role, you’ll take ownership of large, complex, and high-impact projects, leading teams, managing risk, and delivering results that exceed expectations.

If you’re a proven construction leader who thrives in complexity, builds strong relationships, and knows how to balance big-picture strategy with day-to-day execution, this is your opportunity to step into a high-impact leadership role.

Why FCL Builders?

Lead Projects That Matter:
Manage complex construction projects that serve major industries across the country.

Employee Ownership:
Be part of a company that’s 100% employee-owned—your success is our success.

Develop Talent:
Mentor and grow the next generation of Project Managers and Engineers Career Growth:
Whether you're managing $5M or $30M+ builds, you'll be supported every step of the way to keep growing.

People-First Culture:
We’re serious about culture, mentorship, and mutual respect.

Award-Winning Workplace:
Proud to be Great Place to Work Certified three years running—because our people make it great.

What You’ll Do:

Project Leadership & Execution Lead multiple or large, complex cold storage construction projects from preconstruction through closeout

Own project outcomes including profitability, schedule, quality, safety, and client satisfaction

Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, GMPs, and master schedules

Oversee critical path scheduling, phasing, and sequencing strategies

Direct subcontractor buyout, scope alignment, and contract execution

Ensure field teams have complete and accurate project information to execute successfully

Lead project closeout, commissioning, and final delivery

Preconstruction & Strategic Planning Lead design-phase reviews to ensure alignment with scope, budget, constructability, and risk mitigation

Partner with owners, architects, and engineers to drive planning and decision-making

Support contract negotiation and ensure compliance with all contractual requirements

Identify risks early and implement proactive solutions

Financial & Risk Management Provide full financial oversight including forecasting, cost control, and profitability

Review and approve pay applications, change orders, and cost-to-complete projections

Identify financial risks and opportunities and take corrective action

Ensure accurate and timely reporting across all project financials

Relationship & Team Leadership Serve as the primary point of contact for owners and design teams

Build strong, lasting relationships that lead to repeat business

Partner closely with Superintendents to align field and office execution

Lead project meetings and ensure clear communication across all stakeholders

Coach and mentor Project Managers, APMs, and Project Engineers Change Management Lead negotiation and execution of subcontractor and owner change orders

Ensure scope clarity, pricing accuracy, and proper approvals

Enforce contract requirements and maintain accurate project records

What We’re Looking For:

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)8–10+ years of experience managing complex commercial and/or industrial construction projects

Proven success delivering projects $15M–$50M+ (or managing multiple projects)
Advanced knowledge of scheduling, estimating, procurement, and construction systems

Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills

Ability to manage risk, solve complex problems, and lead high-performing teams

Willingness and ability to…