Pharma Program Director & Owner's Rep Lead — Flexible

AtkinsRéalis; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Disability benefits

401(k) with vesting

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Recognition programs

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Program Director/Owner's Representative Lead for a greenfield pharmaceutical megacampus project in the US. You will serve as the client’s single point of accountability across all lifecycle phases, directing all workstreams and safeguarding project outcomes.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, establishing governance, and maintaining strong client relationships to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and high-quality outcomes in a complex, regulated

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field with at least ten years' related experience.
• 20+ years professional experience (BS) or 15+ years (MS/MBA), with at least 5 years managing highly complex projects.
• Experience on multi-billion-dollar programs.
• Pharmaceutical industry experience or heavy process industries acceptable.
• Experience building teams and processes from scratch.
• Engineering design experience desirable.
• Excellent communications skills and executive-level client interface.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize the observation and documentation of construction projects.
• Schedule and coordinate observation of ongoing work and testing and sampling of materials.
• Assign, lead and supervise internal staff engaged in observation and testing and in related record keeping.
• Monitor contractors' progress against schedule and prepares progress reports.
• Oversee all aspects of program, from chartering and governance, to design and construction, to controls and technology.
• Review payment requests and determine amount owing to contractor(s) based on on-site observations and contract stipulations.
• Oversee compilation of final estimate documents.
• Develop/maintain master program plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and ensure alignment to client program objectives.
• Ensure programs are delivered on time, within scope / budget, and meet quality standards.
• Perform non-manual field work that involves a combination of conventional and complex features, requiring the application of sound and diversified professional knowledge in board areas of assignments, usually including the coordination of various projects.
• Serve as the sole accountable leader for the owner's representative program across all phases, from planning through execution and closeout.
• Lead, coordinate, and direct all workstream leads.
• Establish clear program governance structures, decision-making protocols, and escalation pathways.
• Drive a high-performing, integrated team environment aligned to client strategic objectives.
• Act as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, ensuring strong, transparent, and trusted relationships.
• Translate client business objectives into actionable program strategies and execution plans.
• Provide clear, consistent communication on program status, risks, and performance metrics.
• Facilitate executive-level reporting and decision-making.
• Own and govern overall program scope, ensuring alignment with approved objectives and contractual requirements.
• Ensure seamless coordination across all program functions, contractors, and external partners.
• Oversee integrated master scheduling, ensuring milestones and critical path activities are achieved.
• Supervise field representatives and field office personnel, ensuring performance standards, accountability, and consistent communication.
• Apply analytical and organizational skills to manage workflows, prioritize tasks, and improve operational efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Executive communication

Client management

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or related field

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Program Director/Owner's Representative Lead for a greenfield pharmaceutical megacampus project in the US. You will serve as the client’s single point of accountability across all lifecycle phases, directing all workstreams and safeguarding project outcomes.

The role requires leading cross-functional teams, establishing governance, and maintaining strong client relationships to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery and high-quality outcomes in a complex, regulated