Construction - Program Manager

Bristol Companies; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Comprehensive health plan

401(k) plan with employer match

Job summary

Bristol Companies in San Antonio, Texas is looking for an experienced Program Manager responsible for identifying opportunities, capturing programs, and transitioning projects to execution. The position requires leadership, organizational, analytical, and technical skills, managing multiple projects while ensuring client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of 10 years' experience in program management, and a strong background in Federal client interactions. Excellent benefits including health plans and paid time off are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in program management and business development.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Develop overall goals for the program.
• Manage DoD programs and meet performance objectives.
• Oversee Bristol Project Managers and ensure quality standards are met.
• Maintain strong client relationships and ensure contract adherence.

Skills

Written and oral communication skills

Problem-solving

Direct experience with Federal clients

Data analysis

Project management

Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and Procore

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, construction management or related field

Professional registration such as P.E. or P.G.

Job description

The Program Manager position is responsible for opportunity identification, program capture and transition of captures to execution. This position will market Federal clients, manage task order proposal preparation, and prepare annual business plans. This position will also be responsible for oversight of project managers, conducting monthly program reviews, and conducting routine client assessments. This position will demonstrate managerial, leadership, organizational, analytical, negotiating, interpersonal, technical, and decision‑making skills.

Bristol Alliance of Companies (Bristol) is committed to building lasting relationships that reflect our hard work, ingenuity, and dedication to safety. Every employee has an impact on our success, which benefits the Native Culture, land, and people of the Bristol Bay region.

Our values: People, Communities, Reputation, Teamwork, Trust, and Truth.

Essential Functions

• Develop the overall goals, strategies and objectives for the program.
• Proactively manage DoD programs and projects and meet project performance objectives.
• Responsible for the technical and financial performance of the overall program. Through interaction with the respective technical organizational units, assess the requirements of a program in terms of labor and resources, develop an overall program budget with final approval authority, execute all phases of the program under his/her control, and ensure that technical and contractual quality standards are met.
• Coordinate with local managers of Bristol to fulfill specific project roles.
• Communicate the goals and expectations of the Program to Project Manager(s).
• Work with Project Managers to review project specific budgets, performance reporting, relationship results, etc.
• Oversee Bristol Project Managers in preparation of administrative submittals, schedules, subcontracts, etc.
• Oversee Bristol Project Managers in coordinating design efforts with project specific design consultants.
• Perform duties and responsibilities of a Project Manager as needed.
• Develop and maintain a strong client relationship. Keep the client apprised of new developments and changes in the scope and/or timetable of the program. The Program Manager is the primary point of contact for Bristol and the client.
• Develop and write proposals for presentations to clients with others. Ensure the accuracy of the proposal and develop a pricing structure that is well researched and realistic.
• Work with the Bristol Estimating group to prepare accurate project estimates.
• Collaborate with the Bristol Estimating group to prepare accurate project estimates.
• Receive and execute Award Documents. Ensure that all contract documents adhere to Bristol Contract Management requirements.
• Responsible for the final quality and delivery of reports required of the program. Ensure adherence to Bristol’s quality standards in all reports.
• Contribute to maintaining Bristol’s reputation by ensuring professional, technical, and ethical standards are upheld by all program staff. Must interface with multiple internal organization units to ensure the resolution of problems.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Skills and Qualifications

• Skilled in written and oral communication to assist staff and clients.
• Detail‑oriented problem solver.
• Direct experience with and established relationships with Federal clients.
• Ability to gather and analyze data, reason logically and creatively, draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks, prioritize and organize, work well under stress in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to be flexible and adapt to constant change.
• Ability to work flexible hours as required to meet deadlines.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office and Procore.
• Ability to perform tasks in a safe and responsible manner.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, construction management, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in program management and business development.
• Professional registration such as P.E. or P.G.
• Valid driver’s license.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification. Cost Plus Fixed Fee, Unit Price, and Firm Fixed Price contracts and subcontracts.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Position is primarily based in an office environment, with occasional exposure to varying noise levels that may require clear and auditable communication.
• Position may involve working in conditions that require prolonged periods of sitting, frequent use of computers and office equipment and collaboration in shared workspaces.
• Position will involve exposure to standard office equipment factors such as printer toner, paper dust, artificial lighting, and temperature variations due to air conditioning or heating systems.
• Position requires close visual focus for tasks such as operating a computer, reviewing documents and performing detailed analytical work.

Physical Qualifications

• Mobility: must be able to stoop, kneel, reach, walk, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and perform repetitive motions.
• Hearing: must be able to hear audible safety alarms.
• Visual Acuity: must be adequate to perform the above listed tasks in a safe manner and perform activities such as viewing a computer terminal and extensive reading.
• Lifting: must be able to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Excellent salary and benefits package to include paid time off, paid holidays, comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, life, short‑term disability insurance, and 401(k) plan with employer match.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Bristol companies are equal opportunity employers and offer any available positions to all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, parenthood, pregnancy, marital status, or changes in marital status, in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. This applies to recruitment, placement, pay, benefits, training, employment status changes, social and recreational programs, and other conditions and benefits of employment.

Bristol grants employment preference first to BBNC and Choggiung shareholders, their spouses, or descendants, and second to Alaska Native Corporation shareholders in accordance with P.L. 93‑638.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

This job description is not a contract or employment. It does not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. All employment with Bristol is “at‑will” which means that Bristol or employee can terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause.

Travel Required

Yes. 10–25%.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

Equal Opportunity Employer. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.