Program Manager - US Navy

GHD; Chantilly (VA); Hybrid; USD 183,870 - 250,150; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model (3 days in office)

Flexible in-office collaboration

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Program Manager for the US Navy in Chantilly, VA. This strategic leadership role involves partnering closely with Navy client managers to expand client relationships and oversee project delivery for Navy missions.

With a hybrid work model, the position requires 10+ years of project management experience, particularly with US Navy clients. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and a commitment to client service excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in project management and engagement with US Navy clients.
• Strong ability to cultivate trusted relationships with NAVFAC leadership.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality project outcomes.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with Navy leadership.
• Develop strategic partnerships with contractors and service providers.

Skills

Project management

Client engagement

Communication skills

Team building

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Job Description

Position: Program Manager – US Navy Eastern United States

As a strategic leadership role, you will partner closely with GHD’s Navy East Client Manager to strengthen and expand client and industry relationships, drive proactive engagement initiatives, and oversee the successful delivery of projects supporting Navy missions. The focus is on Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Mid-Atlantic, Southeast, and Washington regions. The role may be based in Virginia Beach, Norfolk or Chantilly, VA or Jacksonville, FL.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality project outcomes that meet client expectations.
• Building and maintaining trusted relationships with Navy leadership and decision-makers.
• Developing strategic partnerships with large and small businesses, including design-build contractors and professional service providers.
• Representing GHD at client meetings, industry events, and professional organizations to strengthen brand visibility and market position.
• Supporting client engagement, business development, and account management activities.

People & Performance

• Adapt well to a highly collaborative work environment.
• Communicate regularly with Navy East Client Manager, Navy Global Program Manager, Navy Client Engagement Team, and GHD Market and Regional leaders.
• Collaborate with design and delivery organization leaders to facilitate high quality project delivery.

• Strong commitment to client service excellence.
• Excellent communication and team building skills.
• Lead, support, and monitor strategic pursuits in the Navy program.
• Develop goals and actions for the Navy program in alignment with the Market and Region plans.
• Establish relationships with design-build construction contractors and win design-build opportunities.

Qualifications

• Retired Civil Engineer Corps Officer a plus.
• Bachelor and/or Master’s degree in an engineering or related technical field including architecture.
• 10+ years in project management and engagement with US Navy clients.
• Strong ability to cultivate trusted, long-term relationships with NAVFAC leadership, contracting officers, decision makers, and industry partners.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel to industry events and client offices as needed.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Model: In-office collaboration and flexibility, 3 days a week in office.

Salary range: $183,870 to $250,150. Base salary based on skills, experience, qualifications and work location.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.