Senior Project Manager - BNY Mellon Foodservice Design AND Construction Manager - NEW York NY

Eurest

Position Title: SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER - BNY MELLON FOODSERVICE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGER - NEW YORK NY

Salary: 150000 - 175000

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities. We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies -- in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results. And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

The Senior Project Manager will report directly to our BNY Client Lead as well Tom Veripapa, RVP of Operations for BNY. The position will dot line to Anthony Gargiulo - EVP Envision Design Studio at Compass Group supporting all D&C efforts at BNY. The SPM serves as a strategic leader and primary liaison between BNY Mellon's enterprise Design & Construction (D&C) function and its food service operations. This role acts as the on-site subject matter expert for all foodservice-related capital projects, ensuring seamless coordination across stakeholders and full alignment between design intent, construction execution, and operational outcomes.

The position requires close collaboration with third-party program managers (e.g., JLL, Cumming Group), BNY Mellon foodservice and operations teams, the Architect of Record (AOR), General Contractors (GC), and the Envision design team to deliver integrated, high-performance environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Liaison & Project Integration

Serve as the central point of coordination across all project stakeholders, ensuring alignment between building integrators, internal foodservice teams, and design partners to drive cohesive project delivery.

• On-Site Technical Leadership

Provide expert oversight of all foodservice buildouts, ensuring adherence to operational requirements, technical specifications, and industry best practices throughout the design-build lifecycle.

• Program & Portfolio Management

Lead cross-functional implementation teams across multiple business lines to execute complex, large-scale construction initiatives within the BNY Mellon portfolio.

• Stakeholder Engagement & Governance

Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings, executive reviews, and reporting to ensure alignment with BNY Mellon's "Future of Food" strategy and broader organizational objectives.

• Budget & Timeline Management

Oversee project budgets, manage project timelines, and enhance cost estimation methodologies to support capital planning and financial project performance.

• Strategic Partnerships & Vendor Management

Develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners, consultants, and general contractors to optimize procurement strategies, vendor selection, and competitive bidding processes.

• Risk, Compliance & Contract Management

Define and manage contractual frameworks, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure all projects adhere to schedules, client standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in business, Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in client management and general contracting, with a focus on large-scale capital construction and global client environments
• Leadership: At least 5 years in a leadership capacity with demonstrated success delivering measurable outcomes and driving transformation initiatives
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of design-build processes, including Architecture & Engineering (A&E), custom millwork, commercial/industrial foodservice equipment, and construction management.
• Strategic Capability: Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder environments, negotiate contracts, and lead high-impact project portfolios under tight timelines.
• Travel: Willingness to travel for off-site engagement and portfolio oversight with on-site project management

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Associates at Eurest 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 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.

Eurest maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.