Deputy Program Manager-DC Area

Black & Veatch - Arlington, VA

Part-time,Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Arlington, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Deputy Program Manager will oversee large and complex inter-related projects or multiple moderate size projects within the Capital Improvement Plans, managing budgets that can exceed $1 billion. This role involves representing the owner in managing third-party designers and constructors, ensuring all phases of planning and execution are effectively handled. The position requires leading multi-disciplinary teams to meet client priorities and managing significant project matters while interacting with senior government officials and executive-level clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a program with very large or complex inter-related projects or multiple moderate size projects.
• Represent the owner in managing third-party designers and constructors.
• Serve as the primary contact on contracts and projects.
• Oversee all aspects of the program including planning and execution of a Capital Improvement Plan.
• Lead multi-disciplinary teams to respond to client priorities.
• Provide oversight and direction to project managers, construction managers, and program professionals.
• Interact with senior government or public officials on significant project matters.
• Manage and supervise complex engineering design or construction by third parties as the owner's representative.
• Prepare and deliver presentations in support of client's programs.
• Assess and actively manage risk on behalf of the client and Black & Veatch.
• Resolve high-risk or difficult issues with significant scope, schedule, or financial impact.
• Develop and review cost estimates and provide cost management throughout the program execution.
• Utilize lessons learned to strengthen program management processes, procedures, and tools.
• Assemble, train, and mentor staff using internal and external resources.

Requirements

• 9+ years in a senior project and/or program management role.
• Active P.E., PgMP, or PMP certification.
• Experience managing Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) with construction values from $1.5M to $10M+.
• Previous experience leading or overseeing design of at least 5 concurrent design projects in relevant sectors.

Nice-to-haves

• MSc Eng. or MBA or similar degree.
• Utility Manager or Program Manager experience with projects over $10M construction value.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• AD&D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Employee stock ownership plan
• Flexible schedule
• Paid holidays