Program Manager

Anser Advisory - Philadelphia, PA

Full-time - Senior

Philadelphia, PA

Construction of Buildings

About the position

The K-12 Program Manager will serve as an advisor on program and construction management projects, focusing on developing and overseeing project scope, budgets, and schedules. This role requires effective communication with various stakeholders and the ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in project delivery.

Responsibilities

• Manages various programs including the development and oversight of scope, budget, schedule, and implementation.
• Evaluates programs and performs cost/benefit analysis to determine overall cost savings and effectiveness.
• Develops and evaluates contracting and procurement methods based on program specifics.
• Coordinates with local utilities to understand and capture available rebates and incentives.
• Reviews and evaluates emerging technologies.
• Advises and consults with design firms, consultants, and contractors on policies, guidelines, and specifications for project costs.
• Plans, organizes, directs, and reports activities and progress to sustainability and maintenance management.
• Creates policies, procedures, standards, and project workflows to achieve program directives and maximize efficiencies.
• Develops and oversees program management systems and reports.
• Performs fiscal management and program level financial reporting to internal and external offices/agencies.
• Collects, drafts, develops, and disseminates lessons learned to appropriate staff.
• Manages the closeout phase of the program.
• Provides training and guidance to project staff.
• Performs technical oversight for project assignments and advisor duties.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, and/or engineering.
• 10+ years of experience in overseeing and managing all phases of K-12 programs/projects.
• OSHA 30 Hour Safety Training highly desirable.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and/or PMP certificate highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project).
• Knowledge of and experience using Primavera (P6), Building Information Modeling (BIM), and E-Builder.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively with little or no direct supervision in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage large and complex projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Comprehensive understanding and application of project management principles, processes, and procedures.
• Proficient leadership skills, including effective conflict management and influencing.

Nice-to-haves

• Ability to manage multiple multi-phase projects simultaneously.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong focus on health, safety, and quality.