Deputy Program Manager - Construction

STV, Inc.; Inwood (TX); On-site; USD 179,064 - 204,645; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Job summary

STV, Inc. is seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager - Construction to oversee project management in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. This strategic position supports program delivery, ensuring high-quality outcomes while maintaining client relationships.

The right candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and significant experience in managing complex projects, particularly in construction and infrastructure. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential, along with a focus on financial performance.

The role includes a competitive compensation range and a robust benefits package that promotes well-being and professional development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 12-15 years of progressive experience in construction and project management.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements project management strategies.
• Manages project budgets and resources efficiently.
• Conducts construction management activities within regulations.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Client engagement

Budget management

Risk management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Professional Engineering (PE) license, PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification (preferred)

Tools

Project management software

Construction documentation tools

Job description

Deputy Program Manager - Construction

STV is seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager - Construction to join our team at a project location in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The Deputy Program Manager - Construction is a strategic leadership position that involves high-level program/project management, client engagement, and team leadership. This position supports the Program Manager in overseeing the planning, execution, and successful delivery of multiple projects within the program, leading construction management and oversight efforts such that high-quality projects are delivered on-time and within budget while building and maintaining a positive client relationship.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops and implements project management strategies to achieve project and organizational goals.
• Manages project budgets, ensuring financial objectives are met and resources are allocated efficiently.
• Provides constructability reviews and input during the preliminary planning and final design of projects within the program.
• Provides construction management oversight of the program to ensure effective execution of projects, monitoring progress against plans, and making adjustments as necessary.
• Conducts construction management and oversight activities within federal, state, and local environmental rules and regulations.
• Identifies potential risks and challenges associated with projects and develop mitigation strategies / management processes to minimize project disruptions and ensure successful outcomes.
• Assigns, evaluates, and prioritizes project resources based on strategic importance and availability.
• Directs, oversees, and supports program personnel in planning and executing work procedures, interpreting specifications, and coordinating various phases of construction to prevent delays while resolving problems and improving methods/processes associated with implementing construction projects.
• Provides guidance and support to program team, ensuring adherence to quality standards and best practices.
• Supports Program Manager in serving as a point of contact to communicate project progress, challenges, and successes to key stakeholders, both internal and external.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license, PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Minimum of 12-15 years of progressive experience in construction and project management, including large-scale infrastructure or aviation programs.
• Prior experience managing projects at a major airport or in a complex transportation environment is strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of construction methods, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple concurrent projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management software and construction documentation tools.

Compensation Range

$179,064.64 - $204,645.30

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV's good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

Not sure this role is the perfect match?

We encourage you to apply if STV's work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don't always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.