Director, Program & Project Management

Sodexo Careers • Rahway, NJ

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About The Position

Sodexo is seeking a Director of Space Planning to support a global life sciences client based in Rahway, NJ . This highly strategic role is responsible for leading space planning, programming, and governance across a complex portfolio of laboratory, office, manufacturing, and support environments. You will develop data-driven, regulatory-compliant space solutions that align with scientific workflows, operational needs, and long-term enterprise strategy. As a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, you will translate complex technical requirements into scalable, efficient space programs. The role requires deep expertise in laboratory planning, GMP environments, and regulatory frameworks. This is a high-impact leadership position with significant visibility across capital planning and site strategy initiatives. SodexoMagic is the joint venture partnership between NBA Hall of Famer, Earvin “Magic” Johnson, and Sodexo. As a certified minority company, we deliver food, facilities management and integrated services to corporations, healthcare facilities, K-12 schools, colleges and universities and aviation lounges. This strategic alliance between Magic Johnson Enterprises and Sodexo, Inc., enables us to deliver creative solutions to our clients along with our local partners throughout the communities we serve.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Facilities Planning, or related field (advanced degree preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in space or laboratory planning within pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences environments
• Deep knowledge of laboratory planning standards, scientific workflows, and GMP-regulated environments
• Experience collaborating with EHS, Quality, and Regulatory teams in highly regulated settings
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in space planning tools, CAD/BIM platforms, and data analysis
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and communicate complex concepts at an executive level
• Experience supporting portfolio-level planning, capital programs, or large-scale site strategies
• Highly organized, strategic thinker with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a matrixed environment
• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience – 10 years
• Minimum Functional Experience - 10 years of experience in area of expertise (Finance, Operations, Supply Management, Strategy, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic space planning and programming across laboratories, offices, manufacturing, and support environments
• Translate scientific workflows, adjacencies, and operational needs into comprehensive space requirements and solutions
• Support portfolio strategy through scenario planning, capacity modeling, and long-range space planning initiatives
• Ensure all planning aligns with GMP, regulatory standards, building codes, and safety requirements
• Partner with EHS, Quality, Regulatory, Facilities, and Capital Projects teams to ensure compliance and execution alignment
• Develop and leverage space data analytics, benchmarking, and utilization metrics to drive decision-making and optimization
• Facilitate stakeholder workshops, programming sessions, and executive presentations to guide planning outcomes
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and project teams to ensure planning intent is carried through execution

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees