Senior Construction Program Manager

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 135,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support a major project in Grand Rapids, MI. You will oversee program activities, provide technical leadership, and ensure ethical and safe practices while aligning with the program's goals across multiple teams.

The role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage risk, budgets, and schedules. Travel to project sites in the region may be required and sponsorship is not available.

Qualifications

• BA/BS + 8 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• 10 or more years of experience in project management, program management and/or construction management.
• Experience working with large, advanced manufacturing, technology and/or corporate sector clients.
• Ability to travel to project sites in Northeast Illinois, Northwest Indiana, and Southwest Michigan

Responsibilities

• Oversee program related activities for smaller programs or a defined part of a larger program, in support of the overall Program Manager.
• Provide technical leadership and strategic direction for program delivery at the program level or for elements of a program.
• Advocate for ethical and safe working practices.
• Supports innovation in program management approaches and methodology to achieve marketplace differentiation.
• Identify areas of high risk and pro-actively take actions to positively impact program outcomes.
• Contribute to the global learning and people development strategy for program management, including identification of talent gaps and resourcing plans.
• Assess long-term and disruptive trends in their area of expertise.
• Proposes skill development approaches and workforce planning to deliver capabilities for the future.
• Actively supports the attraction and retention of talent across area of expertise.
• Accountable for overall financial success and delivery of AECOM Program Management agreement.

Skills

Program management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

AECOM is seeking an experienced Program Manager to support a major project in Grand Rapids, MI. You will oversee program activities, provide technical leadership, and ensure ethical and safe practices while aligning with the program's goals across multiple teams.

The role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage risk, budgets, and schedules. Travel to project sites in the region may be required and sponsorship is not available.