Lead Project Manager

Resource Project Manager / Facilities Management Transition Manager

Sodexo is seeking a highly organized and experienced Resource Project Manager / Facilities Management Transition Manager with a strong background in both soft and hard services. This role is critical in ensuring the successful mobilization and transition of integrated facilities services across client sites. The ideal candidate will be responsible for collecting and validating facilities data, collaborating with solution and finance teams, and developing comprehensive scope of work documentation. This position is remote. This is temporary in nature and could last up to 6-12 months.

What You'll Do

• Data Collection & Validation :
• Gather, review, and validate facilities services data including asset inventories, service levels, and compliance records.
• Ensure data accuracy and completeness in collaboration with site teams and clients.
• Financial Coordination :
• Work closely with the solution and finance teams to update cost models, budgets, and financial assumptions.
• Support the development of pricing strategies and financial documentation.
• Scope of Work Development :
• Draft and refine scope of work (SOW) documents for both hard (e.g., HVAC, electrical) and soft (e.g., janitorial, reception) services.
• Define service level agreements (SLAs), key performance indicators (KPIs), and compliance requirements.
• Project Management :
• Lead the transition project plan, including timelines, milestones, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including HR, IT, procurement, and operations.
• Stakeholder Engagement :
• Provide regular updates and ensure alignment with client expectations.
• Operational Readiness :
• Ensure all systems, tools, and personnel are in place for service go-live.
• Support onboarding, training, and knowledge transfer for incoming staff.

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 :

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

Proven experience in facilities management with expertise in both hard and soft services. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. Financial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in tools such as CMMS, SMS, Smartsheet is a plus. Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment. Preferred Experience : Experience in large-scale facilities transitions or mobilizations. Familiarity with compliance standards and operational best practices in facilities management.

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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Minimum Management Experience - 5 years Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years of experience in managing projects

Location

US-MD-NORTH BETHESDA