Program Manager Director
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Management
Program / Project Manager, Operations Manager
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
Brown and Caldwell (BC) is a pioneer and recognized industry leader in wastewater, drinking water, water resources, stormwater, infrastructure, environmental planning and permitting, and program management. BC serves both municipal and private sector clients throughout the US.
Brown and Caldwell (BC) is seeking a Program Management Director to help lead large, high-profile capital programs nationwide. This is a great opportunity to help our trusted clients deliver transformational solutions to meet the needs of their communities. This is a full-time opportunity focused on supporting strategic pursuits and program delivery in major cities throughout the U.S.
Detailed Description:
As a Program Management Director, you will oversee the daily operations and direction of programs or large, major projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering large and complex capital projects with investments exceeding $1 billion. You will be responsible for addressing complex issues while managing capital planning, design, engineering, and construction phases.
Specific responsibilities will include:
- Plans and directs large programs and integrated teams through the program lifecycle phases to deliver value, financial performance, and benefits
- Provides program leadership and oversight of project delivery managers, program professionals, construction managers, and subconsultants for water and wastewater programs
- Communicates effectively and demonstrates leadership by fostering trust, collaboration, and commitment among all parties involved
- Interacts with client senior leaders and important stakeholders such as government leaders and public officials
- Develops high-value client relationships while representing BC
- Supports the development of team members, especially as it relates to delivery excellence, exceptional client service, and accountability
- Facilitates program steering committee activities in partnership with clients to ensure success and adjudicate challenges affecting program implementation
- Assures that program risks are adequately managed for the benefit of the client and BC
- Participates in program initiation activities that assure successful program startup and sustained implementation
Desired Skills and Experience:
- A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, business, or construction management is preferred
- At least 10-15+ years of program experience with Water and Wastewater programs, including a minimum of 3 years in a program leadership role.
- Professional Engineering license preferred
- Experience in key program management areas such as program delivery, strategy development, benefits management, stakeholder engagement, governance, and change management
- Familiarity with various project delivery methods, including Progressive Design Build (PDB), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), and Design-Bid-Build (DBB)
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively, listen, and interact diplomatically with staff and clients at all organizational levels
- Proven experience in client service engagement and business development
- Capability to convey ideas and concepts visually and in writing
- A self-starter with a results-oriented mindset, able to work effectively under tight deadlines
- Ability to prioritize client needs while managing multiple, internal team demands.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Salary Range:Theanticipatedstarting payrange for this position is based on the employee's primary work location and maybemore or lessdependingupon skills, experience,and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.
$160,000 - $230,000
You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.
Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan…
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