Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives

SSC

Position Title: PROJECT MANAGER, STRATEGIC INITIATIVES

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates' knowledge and experience alongside SSC's extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors.

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.

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

This Project Manager, Strategic Initiatives position offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure leading impactful enterprise-wide business initiatives within SSC. This individual would be part of the Strategic Initiatives team comprising of two primary focuses:

• Operational Support: Supports new business operational readiness and go-lives or account closure activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Supports improvement strategies related to process, technology, or large-scale change management initiatives.

Each project is carefully selected to achieve a significant return for the company and adds value to the growth of SSC. A successful candidate will own the life cycle of key projects, and drive necessary change throughout the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Define and execute project scope, goals and deliverables that support business needs
• Build project teams (directly and indirectly) and actively coordinate team members to maximize productivity and project velocities
• Implement and maintain project plans as required to support project goals
• Communicate progress, risks, and escalations appropriately at all levels of the organization and/or multiple departments
• Collaborate and build relationships with all stakeholders - including senior executives, sponsors, business owners, and field operations
• Create and maintain all project documentation pertinent to the project, including but not limited to, status reports, work plans, presentations, analysis, facilitation events
• Adapt approach and project management methodology as needed to ensure project success
• Identify opportunities for improvement and facilitate change, within a project, or within the overall organization
• Enhance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments
• Travel as needed (less than 25%)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required
• 3+ years' experience managing enterprise projects, particularly those involving a organization or full business unit change
• Proven ability to define and execute change strategies
• Proven ability to influence and manage internal and external resources in a highly matrix' d environment
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and lead cross-functional teams
• Proven ability address competing priorities within a single project with a positive, can-do attitude
• Proven business analytical capabilities to solve complex business issues
• Proven ability to work efficiently and effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills needed to communicate with all levels of the organization
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications, Project Management solutions (Smartsheet, Microsoft Projects)

Preferred:

• PMP certifications encouraged
• Consulting experience preferred

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Associates at SSC 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)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• 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 or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

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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. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. 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.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.