Senior Manager, Construction Management

Sodexo is seeking a Senior Manager, Construction Management to support a global pharmaceutical client across locations in Boston and Cambridge, MA. This senior leadership role is responsible for managing a high-volume portfolio of capital projects ranging from $50K–$1.5M, with 5–15 active projects at any given time. You will lead facilities-related construction and renovation projects within complex laboratory, office, and regulated life sciences environments while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within budget. The role requires strong client relationship management, operational leadership, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments. You will serve as a trusted advisor to the client while driving project execution, team development, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a highly visible role requiring strong business acumen, executive communication skills, and exceptional facilities project management expertise.

• Manage a concurrent portfolio of capital projects across laboratory, office, and facilities environments, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule and within budget
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients by anticipating needs, communicating proactively, and driving high levels of client satisfaction
• Lead, mentor, and develop project managers and support teams, including recruiting, onboarding, performance management, and career development
• Manage project financials including budgets, forecasting, resource allocation, fee management, and profitability tracking
• Coordinate consultants, contractors, architects, and vendors while overseeing contract negotiations and project execution strategies
• Develop and implement operational processes, project standards, and continuous improvement initiatives to support efficient project delivery

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.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience with 5+ years of client-facing project and construction management experience
• Proven experience managing facilities construction projects within pharmaceutical, biotech, laboratory, or regulated environments
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing diverse teams in fast-paced project environments
• Strong expertise in project planning, budgeting, forecasting, risk management, reporting, and financial controls
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Smartsheet, MS Project, and Microsoft Office Suite
• PMP certification preferred, along with exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

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 Management Experience - 5 years supervisory experience in construction or engineering related field