Deputy Program Manager - Public Infrastructure/Capital Programs

GoldenWolf, LLC; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplemental Insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Training & development

Job summary

GoldenWolf, LLC is seeking a Deputy Program Manager / Project Controls Manager for a critical role in public sector infrastructure projects in Virginia. The successful candidate will manage a $4B+ Capital Improvement Program portfolio, ensuring effective delivery of over 300 projects.

This role involves program controls leadership, government reporting, and standardizing processes, requiring 10+ years of experience in project controls specific to public infrastructure.

Strong tools proficiency and a relevant degree are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project controls or program management for public-sector infrastructure programs.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital improvement programs (CIP), transportation, or public facilities projects.
• Strong background in cost control, scheduling, and reporting for government-funded projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead program-wide controls for county/state capital projects.
• Produce executive reports for County leadership and stakeholders.
• Establish and standardize PMO procedures aligned to public sector project delivery.

Skills

Cost control

Scheduling

Program management

Public procurement

e-Builder/Trimble

Oracle

Microsoft 365

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Certifications such as PMP, CCP, PSP, EVP

Tools

e-Builder

Trimble

Oracle

Microsoft 365

Job description

Benefits

• Supplemental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurane
• Accident Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid Federal Observed Holidays
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Required Experience – PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

Candidates must have direct experience supporting public‑sector infrastructure programs (county, state, or municipal), including capital projects in transportation, utilities, or public facilities.

Applicants without government capital program or DOT/public works experience will not be considered.

Position Summary

Loudoun County, Virginia—one of the fastest-growing counties in the U.S.—is seeking a Deputy Program Manager / Project Controls Manager to support a $4B+ Capital Improvement Program (CIP) portfolio of 300+ active public infrastructure projects.

This role is embedded within the Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure (DTCI) and plays a critical leadership role overseeing program controls across county‑funded transportation and facilities projects.

This is an opportunity to directly impact public infrastructure delivery at the county level, improving how projects are planned, funded, tracked, and delivered for a growing community.

Key Responsibilities

Program Controls Leadership (Public Infrastructure)

• Lead program-wide controls for county/state capital projects (cost, schedule, risk, and performance)
• Manage an integrated master schedule across multiple public infrastructure projects
• Oversee financial tracking for public funding sources, budgets, and forecasts

Government Reporting & Oversight

• Produce executive reports for County leadership, Board of Supervisors, and public stakeholders
• Support structured reporting cycles aligned with public‑sector governance requirements
• Develop dashboards and KPIs using tools such as e-Builder/Trimble, Oracle, and Microsoft 365

Capital Program Standards & Processes

• Establish and standardize PMO procedures aligned to public‑sector project delivery
• Support the development of Program Management Plans (PgMP) and agency‑wide SOPs
• Implement change control, risk management, and compliance processes for government projects

Cost Estimating & Public Budgeting

• Support cost estimating for capital planning and funding approvals
• Assist with CIP budgeting and cash flow forecasting in coordination with OMB

PMO Leadership

• Serve as Deputy to Program Manager and lead PMO operations when neededMentor County staff and project managers on public infrastructure delivery best practices

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in project controls or program management for public‑sector infrastructure programs (Required: county, municipal, state, DOT, or federally funded projects)
• Demonstrated experience managing capital improvement programs (CIP), transportation, or public facilities projects
• Strong background in cost control, scheduling, and reporting for government-funded projects
• Experience working within or alongside public agencies (DOT, public works, capital infrastructure departments)
• Proficiency with e-Builder/Trimble, Oracle, and Microsoft 365
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
• Certifications such as PMP, CCP, PSP, EVP are strongly preferred

Preferred Experience

• Experience working directly with county or state agencies
• Familiarity with public procurement processes and compliance requirements
• Experience with large‑scale CIP portfolios ($500M+)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy that GoldenWolf, LLC, is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities, committed to maintaining world-class facilities through technical excellence and innovation.