Construction / Project Manager 1

Kansas City, KS, USA|

Job Overview

Compensation

Salary

Range $74,290.00 - $96,140.00

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision care

wellness programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

company holidays

Career growth opportunities

Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Sodexo is a global leader in integrated facilities management and food services, dedicated to improving the quality of life for those they serve. With a presence in numerous countries, Sodexo partners with clients across a variety of sectors to provide exceptional food services, facilities management, and other value-added solutions. Their holistic approach ensures not only operational excellence but also a strong commitment to sustainability, diversity, and corporate social responsibility. Sodexo places a high priority on creating a positive workplace culture where employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their best work. Diversity and inclusion are core company values, fostering an environment that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and treats them fairly and with respect. Sodexo also emphasizes career growth and development, providing employees with opportunities for advancement and support such as tuition reimbursement.

The Engineering and Construction Project Manager role at Sodexo is based at the University of Kansas Health System POM in Kansas City, KS, a premier academic medical center recognized for its advanced care, medical research, and education. This position plays a crucial role in supporting the healthcare facility’s infrastructure by overseeing operations, maintenance, repairs, and minor construction projects. The University of Kansas Health System is known for offering expert care for complex medical conditions, supported by world-class physicians who push the boundaries of medical knowledge. Working here means being part of an organization committed to innovative, life-changing healthcare solutions.

As an Engineering and Construction Project Manager, you will be responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating capital projects to ensure they are completed on schedule and within budget. This includes managing contractors, scheduling, financial oversight, quality control, and safety compliance. You will handle administrative tasks such as coordinating meetings, maintaining project documentation, and serving as the primary liaison for customer communication. Additionally, you will oversee engineering paint and rehabilitation projects connected to the Environment of Care and manage both the grounds maintenance department and infection control risk assessment (ICRA/PCRA) processes.

This role demands a strategic and innovative facilities leader who can navigate complex project requirements in a healthcare environment, ensuring compliance with relevant codes and standards, including OSHPD guidelines. The job offers competitive compensation that reflects education, skills, and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package featuring medical, dental, and vision care, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, paid time off, and career growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement. The position is ideal for individuals with a background in construction, engineering, or architecture who have a passion for maintaining and improving critical healthcare infrastructure to support exceptional patient care and operational excellence.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture or an Associate's Degree with relevant experience preferred
minimum of 3 years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry
experience managing sub-contractors and construction management including scheduling and financial management
ability to handle diverse challenges requiring knowledge of multiple disciplines
experience in project engineering including adherence to specifications and design adaptation ensuring compliance with codes and specifications
strong verbal and written communication skills
ability to communicate technical information to a non-technical audience
proficiency in project management software including Microsoft Project
strong personal computer skills in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) with preference for Adobe Writer and Visio
familiarity with OSHPD regulations and healthcare experience preferred

Job Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management or Architecture
minimum of 3 years of direct project management experience in the Building Construction Industry with a preference for Healthcare construction experience
experience managing sub-contractors, scheduling and financial management
demonstrated verbal and written communication skills
ability to communicate technical material to a non-technical audience
proficient in Microsoft Project and project management software
strong computer skills with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and preferably Adobe Writer and Visio
familiarity with OSHPD and healthcare construction standards preferred

Job Duties

Plan, direct and coordinate activities of designated capital projects
review project proposals, establish work plans and manage contractors to ensure projects progress on schedule and within budget
handle construction management including scheduling, financial management, quality control and safety
perform administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, taking minutes, maintaining documentation, and liaising with customers
manage engineering paint and rehabilitation projects related to the Environment of Care
oversee the grounds maintenance department
manage infection control risk assessment (ICRA) and post-construction risk assessment (PCRA) processes