Sodexo Energy and Resources is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to work in a large, national energy account. This position will exclusively support projects and project managers in our national portfolio of work for a single client. of the U.S. This candidate will be in Richmond, CA. We’re seeking a seasoned Senior Construction Project Manager with experience leading a wide range of complex projects, from pre-construction planning through execution. This role involves managing client relationships, overseeing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring project delivery aligns with established standards, budgets, and timelines. The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who can adapt to evolving challenges while guiding both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and support a team of project managers, ensuring accountability for project performance, adherence to timelines, and achievement of key metrics.
• Oversee all phases of construction projects, including planning, scheduling, risk management, contract negotiations, and resource allocation, while ensuring compliance with specifications and codes.
• Manage client and subcontractor relationships through effective communication, progress reporting, and resolution of disputes, while upholding contract terms and conditions.
• Drive financial success by analyzing budgets, contributing to cost estimates, preparing proposals, and proactively addressing potential issues through project recovery planning.
• Ensure project controls, documentation, procurement, and field operations (including engineering and commissioning) align with company standards and client expectations.
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:
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• A bachelor’s degree in a related field, with licensure or OSHA 30 certification preferred, and strong experience in construction/project management across sectors like healthcare, education, food service, and infrastructure.
• Proven expertise managing complex projects, including MEP systems and active-site renovations, with a strong focus on safety programs, compliance, and coordination among diverse stakeholders.
• Strong skills in project controls, forecasting, scheduling, and documentation, with hands-on experience using project management and financial systems.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with a demonstrated ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced computer proficiency in MS Office Suite, Adobe, Visio, and scheduling/estimating software.
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
Minimum Functional Experience - 3 years