Senior Program Manager - Lead High-Impact, Complex Projects

Henderson Engineers; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 126,000 - 189,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work hours

Casual dress code

Paid volunteer time

Paid parental leave

Health and wellness initiatives

Leadership openness

Clear career path

Job summary

Henderson Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead high-risk, complex projects with autonomy and accountability. You will oversee proposals, contracts, pricing, and client relationships while guiding internal teams toward successful delivery and financial performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, communication, and strong leadership to drive project quality, risk management, and strategic growth across sectors. Travel may be required as projects dictate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor1bs degree in engineering, construction management, science, technology, or business required.
• 14 years of relevant experience required, including a minimum of 13 years of project management experience.
• Project management certification preferred.
• Self-starter with the ability to influence and motivate others.
• Proven track record of effective collaboration, communication and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Leads high-risk, business-critical projects with full autonomy and aligns delivery with goals.
• Oversees complex proposals, contracts, pricing strategy, and terms with senior clients.
• Directs delivery across internal and external teams to ensure accountability for outcomes.
• Owns client relationship strategy and represents firm leadership to key stakeholders.
• Manages project financials, risk forecasting, and long-term impact considerations.
• Leads multiple programs, ensuring integrated delivery and cross-team alignment.
• Defines quality standards and drives continuous improvement across portfolios.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Risk management

Financial forecasting

Education

Bachelor1bs degree in engineering, construction management, science, technology, or business

Job description

Henderson Engineers is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead high-risk, complex projects with autonomy and accountability. You will oversee proposals, contracts, pricing, and client relationships while guiding internal teams toward successful delivery and financial performance.

The role emphasizes collaboration, communication, and strong leadership to drive project quality, risk management, and strategic growth across sectors. Travel may be required as projects dictate.