Construction Manager

Swire Coca-Cola•Bellevue, WA

About The Position

Who is Swire Coca-Cola? We are a family-owned bottling company with a story spanning over two centuries. We are one of the largest bottlers of Coca-Cola in North America and distribute more than 50 beverage brands and flavors creating joy for our customers every day. Our 8,000+ driven employees work hard as part of a team that delivers refreshment to over 30 million consumers across 13 states. Begin a journey with us at Swire Coca-Cola and belong to a community of dedicated team members who think big and believe in winning together. Why you’ll love working at Swire Coca-Cola: Swire Coca-Cola is committed to providing balance to support you in all aspects of your life, both at work and beyond. We offer the benefits you need for physical, financial, and emotional well-being. The Construction Manager is responsible for leading and supporting construction projects of varying size and complexity from initial concept through final closeout. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget while meeting Swire's strategic objectives, operational requirements, and design standards. The Construction Manager partners closely with internal stakeholders, external contractors, and municipal authorities to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and sustainable facilities while representing Swire as a trusted and valued community partner.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management, mechanical engineering, civil engineering, architecture or related field required
6+ years on site construction experience required and
2+ years' Experience as a project manager or assistant project manager overseeing commercial/industrial construction (food processing preferred) required
Strategic thinking and ability to see the "big picture"
Project estimating
Construction management
Project Management
Excellent interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills

Nice To Haves

Experience representing an owner preferred
Experience managing the planning and design process preferred
Experience working across different geographical areas and multiple sites preferred

Responsibilities

Lead and/or support construction projects (depending on project size) through all phases, including design development, board approval, contractor selection, bidding, construction, and project closeout
Review and manage project documentation such as contracts, pay applications, schedules, design documents, permit applications, submittals, RFIs, and lien releases to ensure alignment with Swire’s strategic goals and objectives
Conduct detailed design reviews for projects ranging from $2M–$300M to ensure compliance with Swire standards, manufacturing requirements, and operational needs
Manage project financials, including vendor setup, purchase order issuance, invoice review, budget tracking, contingency management, and proactive prevention of cost overruns
Lead the ongoing development, refinement, and implementation of Swire’s design and construction standards
Support the design and construction of cost-effective, environmentally responsible facilities and infrastructure
Assist with managing relationships with local municipalities and governing agencies; oversee design reviews, permitting processes, and regulatory compliance to secure certificates of occupancy. Ensure Swire is viewed as a valued and collaborative partner in each community where projects are executed
Support real estate searches, acquisitions, and lease negotiations
Collaborate with and support internal end users and cross-functional partners throughout the organization.
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Health coverage (3 medical options, dental and vision)
401(k) Retirement Plan w/company match
Health Savings Accounts w/company match
FREE virtual primary care, acute care and physical therapy
FREE Employee Assistance Program
Company paid (vacation, holidays, sick time, bereavement, jury duty, maternity/parental, disability leave and volunteer time)
Discounted & free product
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for career advancement
Enrollment in a Swire Medical Plan is required for some benefits.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Pharmacy, Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, Long-Term Disability Insurance, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Telehealth, Virtual Mental Health Counseling, 401(k) with Company Match, and Tuition Reimbursement.
120 hours of Paid Vacation, 1 hour of Paid Sick Leave for every 40 hours worked (unless otherwise subject to a more generous local requirement), 7 Paid Holidays, 3 Paid Floating Holidays, 8 hours of Paid Volunteer Leave, up to 8 weeks of Maternity Disability Paid Leave (based on eligibility), and up to 2 weeks of Parental Paid Leave (based on eligibility).