Project Senior Manager

Sodexo; Richmond (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodexo Energy and Resources in California is seeking a Project Senior Manager - Construction to lead a medium-sized project within our national portfolio for a single client, ensuring objectives meet time, budget, and quality targets. You will direct planning, coordination, and execution, manage risks, and engage stakeholders while translating business needs into actionable plans.

The role emphasizes people leadership, direction setting, and resource deployment across project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required.
• 5 years of management experience.
• 3 years related experience.
• Experience leading medium-sized projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, coordination, and execution of medium-sized projects.
• Manage risks and engage stakeholders.
• Translate business requirements into actionable project plans.
• Oversee scope, schedule, budget, and performance.
• Provide people leadership and performance guidance.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget & scheduling

Risk management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Sodexo Energy and Resources is seeking a Project Senior Manager - Construction to support a large, national energy account throughout California.

This position will exclusively support projects and project managers in our national portfolio of work for a single client.

About the job

Join a role where structured project leadership, technical expertise, and business insight drive successful outcomes. Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of a medium-sized project, ensuring objectives are delivered on time, within budget, and to defined quality standards. Manage risks, engage stakeholders, and translate business requirements into actionable project plans.

Accountable for managing people, setting direction and deploying resources; typically is responsible for performance evaluation, pay reviews and hire/fire decisions. Results are primarily achieved through the work of others and typically depend on the manager's ability to influence and negotiate with parts of the organization. Progression within Career Band reflects acquisition of broad technical expertise, business and industry knowledge, and process and people leadership capabilities. Accountable for business, functional or operational areas, processes or programs, which may include dotted-line or matrixed management.

Pay Range:

$120190 per year - $155540 per year

Incentive Eligibility:

Eligible to participate in Sodexo's incentive plan and earn variable compensation in addition to base salary

What’s in it for you

• Ownership of a defined project with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.




• Opportunity to grow project management and technical leadership skills.




• Exposure to cross-functional collaboration and business decision-making.




• Experience managing scope, schedule, budget, and risk within an established framework.




• A role that balances hands-on execution with strategic oversight.




• Visibility and impact through successful project delivery.




• Engagement with both technical teams and business stakeholders.

What you’ll bring

• Experience leading medium-sized projects from initiation through completion.




• Technical expertise relevant to project scope and execution requirements.




• Coordination and stakeholder management skills to align teams and priorities.




• Business awareness to translate organizational objectives into actionable project plans.




• Clear communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills to drive results.

Requirements

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience




• Management Experience: 5 years




• Related Experience: 3 years

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.

Who we are

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 completethis form. (https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/dbdf3c39f65e4cd49eda84cc599389ab)