Job Description

Salary: $140000-$150000 + bonus eligible

A family of companies and experiences

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group USA is known for our great people, great service and our great results. If you’ve been hungry and away from home, chances are you’ve tasted Compass Group’s delicious food and experienced our outstanding service. We have over 284,000 US associates who work in award-winning restaurants, corporate cafes, hospitals, schools, arenas, museums, and more in all 50 states. Our reach is constantly expanding to shape the industry and create new opportunities for innovation. Join the Compass family today!

great people. great services. great results.

Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.

The Senior Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for managing a portfolio of military construction and capital development projects. This role oversees the program management and operational implementation of large-scale, high-value foodservice build-outs across multiple military installations. You will lead a team of Project Managers to ensure the successful execution of complex design-build initiatives, managing the P&L for the portfolio and forging strategic alliances with external construction partners and global federal stakeholders.

• Reports To: EVP of Design & Space Transformation.
• Location: Remote; near a major city and hub airport preferred.
• Travel: Up to 40% for client engagement and portfolio oversight.

Responsibilities:

• Portfolio Management: Lead Program Management and Implementation teams across business lines to ensure the successful execution of large-scale construction initiatives.
• Strategic Client Engagement: Lead military client relationships with regular engagements, business reviews, and performance analysis to develop the "Future of Food" strategy.
• Financial & P&L Oversight: Play a key role in managing the portfolio P&L, overseeing budgets, and refining financial estimating strategies for capital development.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Manage, mentor, and grow a team of Project Managers, fostering technical expertise in construction management and federal compliance.
• Strategic Alliances: Forge strategic alliances with external partners and General Contractors to streamline purchasing, vendor selection, and competitive bidding processes.
• Risk & Contract Management: Define contractual obligations and oversee project budgets and schedules to ensure strict alignment with sector and federal objectives.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 10 years in Client Management and Program/Project Management, with a focus on global client management and capital construction.
• Leadership: 5+ years in a leadership role with a history of delivering measurable results in environments undergoing transformation.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of the Design & Build development process, including A&E, custom millwork, and industrial equipment manufacturing.
• Strategic Skills: Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes, negotiate contracts, and manage high-pressure project pipelines.

Apply to Compass Group today!

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act. We encourage applicants with a criminal history (and driving history) to apply.

Compass Corporate maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Corporate are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_CorpAndFoodbuy.pdf

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Req ID: 1518349

Compass Corporate

Kylie Banks

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