Senior Program Manager

Jobtailor; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Raleigh, NC is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to lead complex capital programs for public-sector clients from setup to close-out. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets and schedules, and drive performance while expanding delivery capacity for clients.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in program management and a PE license, with strong communication skills and a track record in public sector projects. CCM or PMP and an MPA are preferred.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Program Management, Municipal/County Engineering or Administration oversight, and engineering or project management.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to become registered within 6 months.
• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a project team and oversee excellent quality of work.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Preferred: Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Preferred: Masters of Public Administration (MPA).

Responsibilities

• Manage complex capital programs for public-sector clients across the full lifecycle, from program setup and strategic planning through execution, performance tracking, and close-out.
• Coordinate disciplines and projects to maintain budgets and schedules.
• Provide training and/or augment clients' staffing to expand their project-delivery capacity.
• Identify and pursue new program opportunities.
• Potentially serve as Senior Technical Advisor and/or Client Development Lead to drive long-term partnerships and program success.
• Ensure quality client services and delivery of work products within budget and schedule constraints.
• Support business development through client relationship and management services.
• Coordinate assigned work for continuity, consistency, and quality.
• Direct and supervise complex studies and investigations; investigate new technology and applications of existing techniques.
• Define tasks, supervise work, review and approve deliverables, and prepare recommendations and conclusions for final reports.
• Determine and schedule required program/project resources.
• Evaluate program/project decisions for objectivity, soundness, and impacts on schedule, budget, and success.
• Maintain established schedules and keep the Program Management Group Manager and/or Regional Lead informed of activities, needs, problems, and requests.
• Monitor existing and pending regulations and related technical advancements
• Participate in administration, interpretation, and implementation of contracts, solicitations, and public-sector procurement activities

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Client Service

Strategic Planning

Risk Management

Public Sector Knowledge

Contract Negotiation

Quality Assurance

Resource Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Masters of Public Administration (MPA)

Job description

• Manage complex capital programs for public-sector clients across the full lifecycle, from program setup and strategic planning through execution, performance tracking, and close-out
• Coordinate disciplines and projects to maintain budgets and schedules
• Provide training and/or augment clients' staffing to expand their project-delivery capacity
• Identify and pursue new program opportunities
• Potentially serve as Senior Technical Advisor and/or Client Development Lead to drive long-term partnerships and program success
• Ensure quality client services and delivery of work products within budget and schedule constraints
• Support business development through client relationship and management services
• Coordinate assigned work for continuity, consistency, and quality
• Direct and supervise complex studies and investigations; investigate new technology and applications of existing techniques
• Define tasks, supervise work, review and approve deliverables, and prepare recommendations and conclusions for final reports
• Determine and schedule required program/project resources
• Evaluate program/project decisions for objectivity, soundness, and impacts on schedule, budget, and success
• Maintain established schedules and keep the Program Management Group Manager and/or Regional Lead informed of activities, needs, problems, and requests
• Monitor existing and pending regulations and related technical advancements
• Participate in administration, interpretation, and implementation of contracts, solicitations, and public-sector procurement activities

Requirements

• 8+ years' experience in Program Management, Municipal/County Engineering or Administration oversight, and engineering or project management
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering (or equivalent)
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or the ability to become registered within 6 months
• Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a project team and oversee excellent quality of work
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Preferred: Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Preferred: Masters of Public Administration (MPA)

Core Competencies

Demonstrates extensive experience in Program Management and Municipal Engineering, with a strong focus on client relationship management, project delivery, and compliance with public-sector regulations. Capable of leading teams, managing budgets, and ensuring quality outcomes throughout the project lifecycle.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Program Management
• Municipal Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License
• Client Relationship Management
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Program Management
• Project Management
• Budget Management
• Performance Tracking
• Strategic Planning
• Quality Assurance
• Resource Scheduling
• Technical Advisory
• Contract Administration
• Regulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Team Management
• Motivation
• Client Service

Certifications & Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

• Public Sector
• Capital Programs
• Municipal Administration
• Engineering Oversight
• Public Procurement