Senior Director, Construction Management - Sodexo

Unit Description

Sodexo has an opportunity for a Senior Director of Construction Management.  This role leads the Project Management team within our “Tech & Services” for North America.  You will support food service construction projects, infrastructure renewal projects, capital improvement projects, energy projects, and construction management capabilities across Sodexo’s full offer portfolio within the various business units (primarily food & dining facilities). 

This position will oversee the support of each component of the construction Initiative including but not limited to market requirements, education, customers liaison, defining and developing solutions, and continuous improvement.  More specifically, this position will lead construction projects identifying and hiring talent as required. 

This is a virtual opportunity that will involve travel of 30% across the United States.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Leads a national team of construction project managers implementing infrastructure and renewal projects in the Healthcare, Education, Business & Industry, and Government markets.
• Handles or oversees the development of business case solutions outlining the benefits of the solution, including design, development and rollout.  Ensure that the correct resources and approval sources are identified and involved
• Maintains a current and thorough understanding of construction and construction management industry trends as they apply to items within the and incorporates these into Sodexo’s offer portfolio and business strategy as appropriate
• Ensures that effective and efficient project delivery processes are in place to enable superior performance that will ultimately drive value for our clients
• Negotiates Sodexo’s political landscape to build internal relationships and service level agreements to serve our clients
• Contributes to driving business development and retention objectives across all business units via offer, technical capability, service excellence and education to internal and external clients and customers
• Directs job execution through project management teams. Ensures the management of projects with execution at established profitability levels. Reviews installation to identify and implement improvements on installed costs and installation quality.
• Manages the manpower planning and scheduling processes.
• Develops and maintains a long-term relationship between the customer and the Company. Executes an effective communications plan in order to avoid problems, answer questions, keep customer informed, and resolve issues during the project. Provides leadership in achieving customer satisfaction.
• Selects and manages subcontractors.
• Optimizes processes and systems (billing, purchasing, collections) to maximize profitability. 
• Reviews client and subcontractor construction contracts for alignment to Sodexo policy and rick mitigation

Core Competencies to succeed in this role:

• Organizational adeptness
• Intellectual agility
• Critical thinking
• Drive for Change
• Technical knowledge
• Dealing with ambiguity
• Consultative leadership 

Requirements for this role:

• Bachelor’s Degree. An MBA is preferred.
• Seeking 5 years of lead, supervisory, managerial experience, preferable in Facility Management, Energy Management or Construction Management
• Must have a minimum of 10+ years of experience in Construction Management
• Previous experience in a contract management work environment, including education, health care, corporate, and government markets
• Seeking prior experience in infrastructure and renewal construction relative to key energy systems or consumers within a client's facility to include HVAC, Boilers, Chillers, Cooling towers, lighting, windows, building envelope, controls, dining services, etc. 
• Experience in project management, construction management and General Contracting is highly desired.
• LEED AP, PMP, state contractor licensing, or CEM is a plus  

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What We Offer

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Basic Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience

Basic Management Experience - 10 years 

Basic Functional Experience - 10 years in construction or related field

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