Salary: $170k-$180k base (commensurate with experience) + bonus opportunity
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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!
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Job Summary
Compass Group USA is in search of a dynamic Sr. Director of Strategic Design and Construction Projects and Client Engagement to lead Design Construction efforts for one of our global clients.
As a part of the Envision Design and Build Team within Compass Group, the Sr. Director of Strategic Design and Construction Projects and Client Engagement will play a pivotal role in unlocking & brokering D&C relationships and build on new D&C business opportunities. This role will be primarily focused on fostering robust client relationships and ensuring the effective strategic partnership, as we develop and program the Future of Food Strategy at this client.
Responsibilities:
- Lead Program Management & Implementation teams across business lines to ensure the successful execution of design and build initiatives.
- Lead Client relationship with regular engagements, business reviews, etc.
- Collaborate closely with Compass One Leadership Team to achieve operational and culinary objectives through design & build process.
- Cultivate strong partnerships with sector stakeholders, clients, and cross-functional teams to drive innovation in design and construction.
- Forge strategic alliances with external partners, to streamline purchasing, vendor selection, and bidding processes.
- Support culinary and operational teams through training and the successful opening of new facilities.
- Spearhead day-to-day client and project management activities, including presentations, performance analysis, and client interface.
- Provide thought leadership on Sustainable Design and Construction, driving innovation and best practices.
- Develop and deliver compelling presentations to highlight team capabilities and business case studies.
- Define contractual obligations and oversee project budgets and schedules to ensure alignment with sector objectives.
- Play a key role in managing the Compass One D&C P&L; Collaborate closely with cross-functional Envision Group teams to achieve strategic and financial objectives.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, Design, Project Management, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in Client Management and Program and Project Management roles.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Outlook, and Project Management Software.
- Strong background in food and foodservice operations, with a deep understanding of Design & Build Development.
- Experience with global client management and managing a global team.
- Proven ability in building contracts, overseeing budgets, and managing a P&L.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, with a history of delivering measurable results.
- Proven ability to navigate complex stakeholder landscapes and manage competing priorities.
- Experience with Bluebeam / AutoCAD software is advantageous.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time to meet with clients and operators.
- Ability to manage, mentor, and grow a team of future D&C leaders at our global client.
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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.
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
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Req ID: 1356719
