$130K - 140K a year
Manage strategic projects including scope, timelines, budgets, stakeholder communication, and team coordination to support facility management services.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 3+ years managing enterprise projects, proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project, strong communication and organizational skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
Position Title: STRATEGIC PROJECT MANAGER Salary: $130,000 - $140,000 Pay Grade: 16 Other Forms of Compensation: none ESFM is the corporate facilities management (FM) division of Compass Group USA, a Gold-level Corporate Sustaining Partner of the International Facility Management Association (IFMA), and a Platinum Corporate Member of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE). ESFM self-performs 80% of all FM services provided to clients. Our portfolio of solution categories includes Facilities Maintenance & Engineering, ESG Programming, Laboratory Support Services, Janitorial & Industrial Cleaning, Landscaping & Grounds Management, Workplace Solutions and Managed Services. This self-performance model creates a consistent hospitality experience for clients, resulting in higher engagement and productivity from their employees. ESFM’s clients include many household names from the life sciences, technology, oil & gas and manufacturing markets. This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the ‘job search’ in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on ‘referral tracking.’ For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email MyReferral@compass-usa.com. Job Summary ESFM is seeking a Remote Strategic Project Manager. Key Responsibilities: Works with and motivates the team to achieve the project time lines and objectives Focus Areas: Soft Services, Data Analytics, Organization, and Communications Defines project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders Develops full-scale project plans and associated project documents including resource needs Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations; liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis Defines project success criteria and disseminates them to involved parties throughout project life cycle Communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion and manages those expectations on an on-going basis Builds, develops, and grows any business relationships vital to the success of the project Manages the project budget Determines and assesses the need for additional staff and make recommendations as appropriate during project cycle Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within the project team Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path Proactively manages changes in project scope, identify potential crises and devises contingency plans Conducts the project post mortem and creates a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements Assisst in developing best practices and tools for project execution and management Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Three years of experience managing enterprise projects Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs and Microsoft Project Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with a positive, can-do attitude Ability to work well under pressure as a key member of a fast paced team Superb oral and written communication skills Travel as needed (less than 10%) Additional Qualifications Key Skills for Strategic Project Manager in Facility Operations Focus Areas: Soft Services, Data Analytics, Organization, and Communications Soft Services Expertise Service Level Optimization: Ensuring soft services meet quality standards and user expectations. Customer Experience Focus: Creating clean, safe, and welcoming environments for occupants and visitors. Data Analytics & Insights Performance Metrics & Dashboards: Tracking service delivery, response times, and satisfaction scores. Trend Analysis: Using historical data to forecast needs and improve resource allocation. Decision Support: Leveraging data to justify investments, changes, or improvements in operations. Organizational & Planning Skills Process Design & Documentation: Streamlining workflows and maintaining SOPs for consistency. Prioritization & Time Management: Balancing multiple projects and service demands effectively. Resource Coordination: Aligning teams, tools, and timelines for smooth execution. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement Cross-Functional Collaboration: Working with HR, IT, security, and other departments to align goals. Clear Reporting: Communicating project status, risks, and results to leadership and stakeholders. Change Communication: Managing messaging around service changes, disruptions, or upgrades. Strategic Thinking & Continuous Improvement Service Innovation: Identifying opportunities to enhance soft services through technology or process changes. Feedback Integration: Using surveys and feedback loops to refine service delivery. Sustainability Awareness: Promoting green cleaning, waste reduction, and energy-efficient practices Apply to ESFM Services today! ESFM is a member of Compass Group USA Click here to Learn More about the Compass Story 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. 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. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Eurest Services maintains a drug-free workplace. Associates at ESFM 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) Paid Parental Leave Personal Leave 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 for paid time off benefits information. Req ID:1468559 ESFM Brandy Wilson
This job posting was last updated on 10/1/2025