Project Manager 2 - Construction at Sodexo

 You are a strategic Project Manager ready to help clients optimize their business! 

Sodexo is seeking a Construction Project Manager to support various construction projects for a manufacturing client throughout 17 sites in North America & Canada. The Project Manager is responsible for 4 key measures of project success: client satisfaction, budget, timeline, and risk mitigation. This role will oversee the execution of our customer’s projects including but not limited to capital and expense projects. This position will be the main POC for leading project planning activities, vendor/sub-contractor management, quote development and overall project budget. The Construction Project Manager will be responsible for the design, development and execution of the projects. 

This position is REMOTE, and travel will be approximately 65% as you will travel to the 17 sites periodically. The ideal candidate can reside in Chicago, IL or the Midwest Region.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct interaction with clients to drive approved scope to implementation success 
• Become a trusted advisor to our clients, acting as the eyes and ears of the project, demonstrating the ability to think ahead and anticipate the client’s needs to complete projects on time and on budget 
• Ensure project is not over designed and be able to control scope to get most of the budget 
• Ensure that all relevant parties have a clear vision of project objectives 
• Clearly document and distribute all relevant items for the team, i.e. project meeting minutes and scope of design, project schedule summary, etc. 
• Regularly monitor project against budget and flags team when project/timeline/budget deviate 
• Ensure that any relevant changes in scope items result in revised documents and an updated approval from clients as needed 
• Identify and prioritize risks in risk register document, create mitigation strategy documents, proactively and effectively communicate risks in a timely manner, and manage issues 
• Regularly monitor client satisfaction levels, consider feedback carefully, and coordinate appropriate action to ensure client feels heard, supported, and reassured that the project is on track 
• Escalate concerns to the management team, as needed
• Maintain a close overall focus on customer satisfaction, quality of service delivery, and proactive communication

Is this opportunity right for you? We are looking for candidates who have:

• 5-7+ years of client-facing project management experience required
•  Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering
• Master’s Degree in Construction Management or Project Management preferred
• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Knowledge of, and competency in, project management processes including planning, time management, financial management, quality management, risk management, monitoring and reporting, documenting and record keeping
• Proven ability to manage internal and external client expectations related to requirements
• Strong multi-tasking skills. Able to prioritize job requirements and effectively manage multiple projects in tandem
• Ability to learn new industry specific technologies and implement the knowledge
• Highly organized, self-directed business style with strong ability to prioritize
• Strong ability in using technology to demonstrate and promote programs
• Proficiency with project management software desired (MS Project, Smartsheet or similar solution)

Working for Sodexo:

How far will your ambition, talent and dedication take you? Sodexo fosters a culture committed to the growth of individuals through continuous learning, mentoring and career growth opportunities.

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 5 years   

Basic Functional Experience - 3 years experience in a supervisory capacity within construction

Sodexo is an EEO/AA/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran employer.