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Welcome to SVA’s jobs portal, your one-stop shop for finding the most up to date source of employment opportunities. We have partnered with the National Labor Exchange to provide you this information. You may be looking for part-time employment to supplement your income while you are in school. You might be looking for an internship to add experience to your resume. And you may be completing your training ready to start a new career. This site has all of those types of jobs.

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Job Information

Sodexo Project Manager 2 - Construction in Houston, Texas

Unit Description

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

This is a REMOTE position with 65% of travel required.

Sodexo is seeking a Construction Project Manager to support various construction projects for a manufacturing client throughout 17 sites in North America & Canada . This position with Sodexo sounds like a fantastic opportunity, especially for someone with a strong background in project management and a passion for client satisfaction. Here’s a strategic breakdown of how to approach this role effectively:

Key Focus Areas for Success:

Client Satisfaction :

  • Establish trust by being proactive in communication and addressing concerns before they escalate. Regular check-ins can help gauge client satisfaction.

  • Implement a structured way to gather and act on client feedback throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Clearly document and distribute all relevant items for the team, i.e. project meeting minutes and scope of design, project schedule summary, etc.

Budget Management :

  • Cost Control : Develop a thorough understanding of the project scope to prevent over-design. Utilize tools for budget tracking to identify discrepancies early.

  • Vendor Management : Negotiate and manage vendor contracts effectively to ensure alignment with budgetary constraints.

Timeline Adherence :

  • Clear Objectives : Ensure all team members and stakeholders understand the project objectives and timelines.

  • Monitoring Tools : Use project management software (like MS Project or Smartsheet) for real-time tracking of timelines and milestones.

Risk Mitigation :

  • Proactive Identification : Regularly review and update the risk register. Engage the team in brainstorming sessions to identify potential risks.

  • Mitigation Strategies : Develop clear strategies for the top identified risks and communicate these to the team and clients as necessary.

Essential Skills and Qualifications

  • 5-7+ years of project management experience

  • Proven ability to manage internal and external client expectations related to requirements

  • Strong ability in using technology to demonstrate and promote programs

  • Proficiency with project management software desired (MS Project, Smartsheet or similar solution)

  • PMP or CCM certifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Civil Engineering

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.

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 - 5 years

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

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

Location US-IL-Chicago | US-IA-Iowa City | US-MO-Kansas City | US-WI-Milwaukee | US-OH-Cleveland | US-CO-Colorado Springs | US-OH-Columbus | US-TX-Dallas | US-CO-Denver | US-TX-Houston | US-PA-Philadelphia | ...

System ID 976180

Category Engineering

Employment Status Full-Time

Posted Range $82300 to $124520

Company : Segment Desc CORPORATE SERVICES SEGMENT (US)

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