Senior Program Manager - Federal Sector

Procon Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Procon Consulting seeks a Senior Program Manager for a long‑term opportunity in the Washington, DC area. The role centers on construction management, project controls, and facilities management across complex projects while leading and developing CMS staff.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in owner’s representative or construction management, federal project experience, and relevant certifications (CCM, PMP, P.E. or AIA/RA).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 12+ years of responsible experience as an owner's representative PM, construction manager, or design manager, OR 12+ years in General Contracting Project Management.
• A CCM, PMP, P.E, or A.I.A / RA certification/licensure is required
• Candidates must have demonstrated Federal experience in large construction projects/programs
• Candidates must have federal security program/division experience with: structural hardening, blast resistant windows/glazing, FEBR/blast doors; door security; SCIF renovation/new construction; perimeter security
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and the ability to facilitate meetings
• Experience in dynamic environments around guest or facility activity
• Occupied renovation experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational execution of multiple concurrent projects within an assigned Program, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Lead CMS staff across the Program, including workforce planning, task assignments, performance oversight, and development.
• Directly supervise project execution activities, ensuring deliverables meet contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Program budgets and cost controls, tracking expenditures and forecasting financial performance to ensure cost objectives are achieved.
• Develop and maintain Program schedules, monitoring milestones and addressing risks, issues, and resource constraints.
• Lead recruiting, onboarding, and training efforts for Program staff to ensure adequate staffing and competency.
• Provide regular status updates, performance metrics, and analytical reports to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure effective coordination among internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Implement best practices for Program management, QA, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication and proficiency with PM tools.
• Utilize Government contracting experience to support compliance with contractual obligations (preferred)

Skills

Federal experience

Communication skills

Meeting facilitation

Leadership

Site construction experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Certification/licensure: CCM, PMP, P.E., or AIA/RA

Job description

Procon is a top-ranked construction management and technology consulting firm with 25 years of experience delivering high‑impact projects across the U.S. and worldwide. An ENR Top 100 CM/PM firm for five consecutive years, we specialize in program management, project controls, commissioning, and technology—and offer an excellent platform to grow your career while shaping the future of the built environment.

Procon now seeks a Senior Program Manager for a long term opportunity in the Washington, DC area. The candidate will have responsibilities that include but are not limited to construction management, quality assurance, project controls, design/build, architecture and engineering, space management, facilities management, real estate, and leasing of complex construction projects. This role requires 10+ years of experience in construction management on projects for new construction, mechanical systems, renovations, upgrades or new fit-outs. This role is ideal for someone with experience in the A/E/C industry and has the ambition to become a future leader within Procon Consulting. This role will focus on project management and development centered around leading and managing teams and multiple projects. This role requires various skills and experience as listed below.

This position does not offer employment visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 12+ years of responsible experience as an owner's representative project/program manager, construction manager, or design manager, OR 12+ years of experience in General Contracting Project Management.
• A CCM, PMP, P.E, or A.I.A / RA certification/licensure is required
• Candidates must have demonstrated Federal experience in large construction projects/programs
• Candidates must have federal security program/division experience with all or some of the following:
  • Structural building hardening, blast resistant windows/glazing, FEBR/blast doors
  • Door security enhancements, including physical security and low voltage security enhancements to doors
  • SCIF renovation and/or new construction
  • Perimeter security enhancements - including anti-ram hardscape elements, vehicle barrier/wedge barrier installation, access control at entry points, lighting and surveillance improvements
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and has the ability to effectively facilitate meetings
  • Experience working in dynamic environments around guest or facility activity
  • Candidates with occupied renovation experience are preferred

Responsibilities And Duties

• Oversee the operational execution of multiple concurrent projects within an assigned Program, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.
• Lead, organize, and manage CMS staff across the Program, including workforce planning, task assignments, performance oversight, and professional development.
• Directly supervise project execution activities, ensuring deliverables meet contractual, technical, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage Program budgets and cost controls, tracking expenditures and forecasting financial performance to ensure cost objectives are achieved.
• Develop and maintain Program schedules, monitoring milestones and proactively addressing risks, issues, and resource constraints.
• Lead recruiting, onboarding, and training efforts for Program staff to ensure adequate staffing levels and technical competency.
• Provide regular status updates, performance metrics, and analytical reports to senior leadership and stakeholders on Program and project progress.
• Ensure effective coordination and communication among internal teams, consultants, and external stakeholders.
• Implement best practices for Program management, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication, organizational skills, and proficiency with relevant computer applications and project management tools.
• Utilize experience with Government contracting to support compliance with contractual obligations, procurement processes, and agency standards (preferred)

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular onsite presence in an active construction environment. The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, including:

• Walking and standing for extended periods while performing site observations and inspections
• Navigating active construction areas, including stairs, uneven surfaces, temporary walkways, and varying elevations
• Occasionally bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and climbing as necessary to observe construction activities
• Accessing mechanical, electrical, utility, process, and other construction areas as required
• Wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE) and complying with all applicable site safety requirements
• Working in indoor and outdoor environments with exposure to typical construction-site conditions, including noise, dust, weather, and temperature fluctuations
• Occasionally lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds

Benefits

Salary commensurate with experience.

Procon offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental insurance and 401(K) plan.

Procon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected factor.