Global Program Lead: International Expansion & Strategy

Kimley-Horn; Cary, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional Retirement Plan

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Time Off & Flexible Scheduling

Financial Wellness & Bonuses

Professional Development

Job summary

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Global Program Lead for its Cary, NC office. This role coordinates the international program across multiple workstreams, partners with Finance, Tax, HR, Legal, and other experts, and leads country-entry research and advisor relationships to ensure compliant, scalable operations.

Responsibilities include researching market opportunities, building financial models, and negotiating with external firms while maintaining executive-ready documentation and governance.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience leading concurrent cross-functional projects from initiation through completion.

Responsibilities

• Manage the international program scope, schedule, owners and status across all workstreams; escalate and resolve blockers.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Executive communication

Strategic thinking

Project governance

Feasibility assessments

Education

Bachelor's degree

MBA or MS

PMP certification

Job description

Kimley-Horn is seeking a Global Program Lead for its Cary, NC office. This role coordinates the international program across multiple workstreams, partners with Finance, Tax, HR, Legal, and other experts, and leads country-entry research and advisor relationships to ensure compliant, scalable operations.

Responsibilities include researching market opportunities, building financial models, and negotiating with external firms while maintaining executive-ready documentation and governance.