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Senior Project Manager

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190 S LA SALLE ST, CHICAGO IL 60603-3410, United States

Senior Project Manager

 

Key Purpose  

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive and deliver strategic and innovative outcomes across several of our national accounts.  In this role, you will be responsible for setting and executing the account’s strategy for capital projects, across multi-site portfolios. This role will lead the collaboration and communication with internal and external stakeholders. It will involve leading projects from the initial design phases, through post-construction completion and on to achieving high levels of repeat business.  

 

This position requires a knowledge of manufacturing, industrial, commercial, and office sectors.

  

Key Accountabilities 

  • Lead cross-functional projects and programs end-to-end using a formal ISS Global process
  • Lead collaborative workshops with the client(s) to set expectations for project objectives, including cost, timing and quality expectations
  • Develop and manage the project schedule
  • Develop and deliver on margin expectations
  • Chair meetings (internal and external) with clear follow-through and close-out of actions and risks
  • Build and maintain strong supply chain relationships, including with architects, engineers and sub-contractors
  • Lead the permit process with local governing authorities
  • Prepare project reports, encompassing key project updates and financial tracking
  • Collaborate with ISS HSE and legal teams to ensure the safe and contractual delivery of projects
  • Continuously seek new ideas and make improvements to processes, templates and tools
  • Lead and manage new RFPs for existing and new customers
  • Collaborate with internal ISS teams to ensure alignment with account success
  • Proactively manage risks and mitigation plans
  • Track and document critical project components and milestones
  • Other duties may be assigned

 

 Needs to know 

  • This role will report to the Vice President of Capital Projects for North America.
  • This is an exciting opportunity to support significant growth within ISS and influence new processes and tools to continue to raise the bar of our Capital Projects offering.
  • You will be stepping into a collaborative and fast-paced environment, with expectations to drive high levels of communication with internal and external stakeholders.
  • This role will be supported to assist with promoting the IFS (Integrated Facilities Services) model within the ISS client community.

  

Ideal Candidate Experience

  •  Bachelor’s degree (BA/BS) from a university preferred; degree in construction management, cost management, building sciences, technical, mechanical, electrical engineering preferred; equivalent experience may be substituted for education.
  • Expert in use of Project Management software, especially Microsoft Project
  • Knowledge of cost estimating and budget management
  • Skilled in computer software including but not limited to Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access)
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate with team members and with customers at all levels of an organization
  • High level of organization and ability to prioritize
  • Ability to lead and work with cross-functional teams

 

 Physical Demands & Work Environment

  • Sitting at a computer for extended periods of time
  • Travel requirements: Up to 30%
  • Must be able to work under pressure and time deadlines during peak periods


HSEQ Compliance: All employees must adhere to Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures to ensure a safe and compliant work environment. This includes following safety protocols, maintaining environmental responsibility, and upholding quality standards in all tasks. Employees are expected to actively participate in HSEQ training and report any potential hazards or compliance concerns.  


ISS offers full time employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program based on employment status. The annual salary range for this position is $165000.00  - $180000.00 . Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skills and may vary from the range listed above.


To Executive Search Firms and Staffing Agencies: ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer property, and ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer will not be obligated to pay a referral fee. This includes resumes submitted directly to Hiring Managers without contacting the ISS Facility Services / Guckenheimer Human Resources Talent Acquisition Department. 


As a global organization, ISS Group is committed to making the international community more resilient and just for all people. We encourage diversity and inclusion in their broadest terms, including ethnicity, race, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, language, culture, and educational background. We look to lead our industry by example and to positively influence the market wherever we operate.

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