Program Manager

FOXXSTEM DC LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

FOXXSTEM DC LLC in Washington, DC, is seeking a Program Manager to lead complex civil engineering design projects, supervise multi-disciplinary teams, and ensure regulatory compliance, budget, and on-time delivery.

The role requires a PE license, 10+ years of experience in transportation or land development, strong client relations, and hands-on QA/QC, with Microstation and engineering software proficiency; hybrid work 3 days in office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering and a PE license preferred or to be acquired within 90 days.
• Minimum 10+ years of engineering design and project management experience.
• Experience in Transportation Engineering or Land Development.
• Proficiency with Microstation and industry calculation software.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical direction for site layout, grading, and utilities.
• Oversee QA/QC reviews for design accuracy and compliance.
• Produce engineering reports, specs, and permit packages.
• Manage budgets, schedules, and fee structures.
• Serve as delivery manager on major infrastructure programs.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project management

QA/QC

Communication

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) License

Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

Microstation

Calculation software

Job description

Program Manager

The Program Manager leads complex engineering design projects, directs multi-disciplinary technical teams, and develops and maintains strong client relationships. Operating as a technical leader and program director, this role ensures all engineering assignments achieve technical excellence, strict regulatory compliance, budget adherence, and on-time project delivery. Technical engineering expertise is required to supervise technical work, perform quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) reviews, and solve complex site design or infrastructure challenges along with other engineers.

Core Responsibilities

• Technical Direction: Lead and oversee civil engineering designer's efforts, including site layout, grading, drainage infrastructure, utility distribution systems (water, storm sewer, sanitary sewer, conduit/dry utilities), and stormwater management/hydrologic analysis from conceptual phase through construction.
• QA/QC Oversight: Conduct thorough quality control and quality assurance reviews for accuracy, design completeness, engineering soundness, and compliance with local municipal, state, and environmental permitting standards.
• Design Specifications: Oversee the production of detailed technical reports, engineering specifications, hydrologic/hydraulic calculations, contract documents, and complete permit application packages for local and state regulatory approval.
• Engineering Judgment: Provide high-level engineering judgment, technical decision-making, and field support during conceptual development, final plan delivery, and construction administration.
• Project Execution: Serve as primary Delivery Manager on a major infrastructure program, or multiple mid-sized projects or a portfolio of small projects simultaneously.
• Project Accounting: Maintain complete project accounting oversight, including schedule tracking, budget management, fee structures, invoicing support, profitability, and cost control.
• Resource Management: Coordinate internal engineering teams, cross-functional staff allocations, and external sub-consultants to meet critical deadlines efficiently.
• Staff Development: Supervise technical work, hire, train, and mentor engineers, with a focus on professional growth and high performance.
• Client Relations: Act as key point of contact for external clients, facilitating plan review meetings, agency presentations, and long-term partnerships.
• Business Development: Participate in proposal writing, scope and fee negotiations, marketing initiatives, and cross-selling firm-wide services to expand pipeline opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) License (DC) preferred or acquired within 90 days
• Minimum 10+ years of engineering design and project management experience
• Demonstrated experience in Transportation Engineering (roadways, traffic, bridges, utilities, DOT projects) OR Land Development (site design, grading, SWM, ESC, utilities)
• Technical engineering expertise
• Microstation knowledge
• Working knowledge of industry calculation software
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and fee structures
• Strong written and verbal communication

Compensation:

$165,000 to $200,000 annually. Actual compensation offers are determined based on candidate credentials, role complexity, internal equity, relevant skills, and total direct experience. Total compensation includes bonus opportunities.

Location:

Hybrid work environment. Company-wide policy. Candidates are expected in the office 3 days a week.

Benefits:

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits package includes Health, Vision, and Dental insurance, commute & parking expenses, annual bonus potential, 401(k) plans with Company match, Holidays, and Paid Time Off.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. H1B VISA sponsorship is not available.
• Verification of background checks, references, work history, and Department of Motor Vehicles records will be required prior to employment.
• Candidates with Military experience are encouraged to apply.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.