Senior Capital Programs Leader — Construction

CVSHealth; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 75,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Employee resources

Job summary

CVS Health is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead capital programs from planning through closeout, partnering with sponsors and cross-functional teams to define objectives and execution strategies.

You will oversee programs with $1M–$50M investments, manage budgets and risks, and lead a team of program managers and contractors, aligning delivery with scope, schedule and quality while driving governance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of program or project management experience, preferably within construction, facilities, retail development, or capital project environments.
• Strong knowledge of program and project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Experience managing capital projects and complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing direct reports, contractors, or cross-functional teams.
• Strong understanding of design, construction, and project delivery processes.
• Proven ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
• Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle management of capital programs and initiatives from planning through execution and closeout.
• Translate sponsor requirements into actionable project plans and communicate expectations across internal stakeholders, field teams, and third-party vendors.
• Ensure successful delivery of projects within established scope, budget, schedule, and quality standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate program risks while driving timely issue resolution.
• Lead, develop, and manage a team of Program Managers, Program Coordinators, and contract resources.
• Provide coaching, performance feedback, talent development, and career growth opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with Program Sponsors and key business partners.
• Serve as a trusted advisor, managing expectations and providing transparent communication regarding program status, risks, and outcomes.
• Influence stakeholders at all levels to drive alignment, decision-making, and successful project execution.
• Utilize CVS Health project management and capital planning systems to manage project portfolios, budgets, schedules, and reporting.
• Establish program milestones, performance metrics, and governance processes to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
• Monitor program performance and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Define program scope, develop project execution plans, create and manage budgets, and oversee resource planning.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Architecture)

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Construction Management

Business Management

Tools

IBM TRIRIGA

SAP Ariba

PeopleSoft

Job description

CVS Health is seeking a Senior Program Manager to lead capital programs from planning through closeout, partnering with sponsors and cross-functional teams to define objectives and execution strategies.

You will oversee programs with $1M–$50M investments, manage budgets and risks, and lead a team of program managers and contractors, aligning delivery with scope, schedule and quality while driving governance and continuous improvement.