Construction Program Manager

Motive Workforce; United States; On-site; USD 158,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) with employer match

Professional development

Job summary

Motive Workforce is seeking a Construction Program Manager to lead major municipal capital improvement programs in the Dallas/Fort Worth area. You will collaborate with city leadership, elected officials, and government agencies to deliver complex infrastructure projects.

The role requires 10+ years of progressive experience, a strong background in public-sector procurement, and expertise in managing bond-funded programs with large budgets.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction program management or related field.
• Experience overseeing large municipal or government capital-improvement programs.
• Proven ability to work with municipal leaders, agencies, and elected officials.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale municipal capital improvement programs from planning through closeout.
• Oversee bond-funded programs with multimillion-dollar budgets and complex reporting.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, and construction professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Public sector procurement

Contract administration

Budgeting & finance

Scheduling & controls

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

As our Construction Program Manager, can you picture yourself leading major municipal capital improvement programs that will shape communities for generations to come?

From state-of-the-art performing arts centers and public safety facilities to major civic infrastructure,

your leadership will help transform ambitious public projects into lasting community landmarks.

Here, construction isn't just about buildings. It's about building stronger communities, creating lasting impact, and delivering projects that matter.

Would you like to be part of an established, highly respected engineering and construction management organization with more than 45 years of experience

delivering complex public-sector infrastructure projects?

We're looking for an accomplished leader who can confidently navigate multimillion-dollar capital programs, build relationships with municipal leaders and elected officials, and guide multidisciplinary teams through every phase of project delivery.

We are a well-established engineering and construction management firm with a longstanding reputation for delivering complex infrastructure and public-sector capital improvement programs. Our expertise spans municipal facilities, transportation infrastructure, aviation, educational institutions, and major community developments.

With decades of trusted government partnerships, we combine technical excellence, innovative solutions, and strategic program leadership to deliver projects that make a meaningful difference.

• Competitive Compensation: $175K+ annually, depending on experience and qualifications
• Impactful Projects: Lead major municipal capital improvement programs, including public safety, cultural, and civic facilities
• Exceptional Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k) with discretionary employer match, and professional development support
• Executive-Level Influence: Collaborate directly with municipal leadership, elected officials, government agencies, and community stakeholders
• Established Reputation: Join an organization with 45+ years of engineering and construction management expertise
• Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; local candidates preferred

Your Blueprint for Success:

• Lead large-scale municipal capital improvement programs, overseeing multiple projects from planning and design through procurement, construction, and closeout.
• Manage high-profile developments involving public safety facilities, performing arts and cultural centers, municipal buildings, and civic infrastructure.
• Serve as a strategic advisor and trusted liaison to city leadership, elected officials, government agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Oversee bond-funded capital programs, including multimillion-dollar budgets, financial forecasting, cost controls, schedules, and program reporting.
• Direct multidisciplinary teams of architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, and consultants.
• Navigate complex public-sector procurement, including RFQs, RFPs, contractor selection, contract administration, and regulatory compliance.
• Present program updates, financial reports, and strategic recommendations to municipal executives, governing boards, and community representatives.
• Proactively identify and resolve challenges involving project budgets, schedules, quality, government approvals, and competing stakeholder priorities.
• Ensure programs are delivered with the highest standards of financial accountability, transparency, quality, and public-sector compliance.

Your Foundation for Success:

• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction program management, capital improvement programs, engineering, architecture, or a related field, including substantial public-sector experience.
• Proven success overseeing large-scale municipal or government capital improvement programs, ideally valued at $100M+.
• Extensive experience working directly with municipal governments, public agencies, elected officials, and executive leadership.
• Strong background in bond-funded capital programs, public financing, municipal procurement, and government compliance.
• Experience managing complex civic developments, including public safety facilities, performing arts centers, cultural facilities, or comparable municipal projects.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple construction projects, multidisciplinary teams, and complex program budgets.
• Strong knowledge of construction project controls, scheduling, financial management, risk mitigation, and contract administration.
• Exceptional executive presence, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related discipline.

Additional Qualifications That Will Set You Apart:

• Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), PMP, PgMP, or CCM certification.
• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative for city, county, or other government agencies.
• Direct experience with police stations, fire stations, emergency operations centers, performing arts facilities, or other specialized civic projects.
• Familiarity with North Texas municipal government operations, procurement practices, and capital improvement programs.
• Experience presenting to city councils, public boards, and community advisory groups.

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