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

Compass Group•York, NY

9d•$150,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

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.
Provide expert oversight of all foodservice buildouts, ensuring adherence to operational requirements, technical specifications, and industry best practices throughout the design-build lifecycle.
Lead cross-functional implementation teams across multiple business lines to execute complex, large-scale construction initiatives within the BNY Mellon portfolio.
Facilitate regular stakeholder meetings, executive reviews, and reporting to ensure alignment with BNY Mellon’s “Future of Food” strategy and broader organizational objectives.
Oversee project budgets, manage project timelines, and enhance cost estimation methodologies to support capital planning and financial project performance.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with external partners, consultants, and general contractors to optimize procurement strategies, vendor selection, and competitive bidding processes.
Define and manage contractual frameworks, proactively mitigate risks, and ensure all projects adhere to schedules, client standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.