Senior Program Manager, Transportation

GHD; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GHD is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Transportation for our Dallas, TX office. You will guide and direct transportation projects, provide mentorship, manage deliverables and client relationships, and lead risk management across programs.

The role requires a PE license in Texas, 15+ years in civil transportation, and strong MS Office/PM software skills. A hybrid work model is offered with in-office collaboration three days a week.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas is required.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and/or Design-Guild Professional (DBIA) certification desired.
• 15+ years’ experience in civil engineering or with civil transportation projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint), Bluebeam, estimating software, and Primavera or project management software required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly technical writing.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to understand new issues quickly and make sound decisions.
• Ability to plan project workloads effectively, remain organized, and delegate.
• Adept at managing multiple competing priorities.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel).

Responsibilities

• Serve as the project manager on specific projects.
• Provide mentorship to fellow staff members.
• Evaluate actual project performance, risk identification/mitigation, and recovery plans on a program level and provide mitigation strategies.
• Collect data and draft project-related reports.
• Manage recurring deliverables for projects.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control functions on projects as needed.
• Perform risk management functions on specific projects.
• Perform pre-construction services on specific projects (e.g., TX Rail).
• Assist with business development; establish and maintain client relationships.
• Coordinate staffing and resource availability throughout the life cycle of projects.
• Review and approve invoices.

Skills

15+ years experience

PE license (TX)

CCM/DBIA certification

Microsoft Office (Excel/PowerPoint)

Bluebeam

Estimating software

Primavera / project mgmt software

Excellent verbal & written comms

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Plan workloads & priorities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Bluebeam

Primavera

Estimating software

Job description

Job Description

At GHD, we are committed to addressing the world’s biggest challenges in the areas of energy, water, transportation, and communities.

We are a global network of multi-disciplinary professionals providing clients with integrated solutions through engineering, environmental, design and construction expertise.

Our future-focused, innovative approaches connect and support communities around the world, building resiliency and sustainability for generations to come.

Established in 1928, we remain wholly owned by our people. We are 10,000+ diverse and skilled individuals connected by over 200 offices, across five continents.

Shape the Future of Energy with GHD

GHD is seeking a Senior Program Manager, Transportation in our Dallas, TX office providing guidance and assistance with projects, with focus on specific project components, as necessary. Given the role's nature, duties and priorities vary but will involve identifying, quoting, planning, designing, and directing transportation projects.

Who are we looking for?

Working with an energetic and high performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:

• Serve as the project manager on specific projects.
• Provide mentorship to fellow staff members.
• Evaluate actual project performance, risk identification/mitigation, and recovery plans on a program level and provide mitigation strategies.
• Collect data and draft project-related reports.
• Manage recurring deliverables for projects.
• Perform quality assurance/quality control functions on projects as needed.
• Perform risk management functions on specific projects.
• Perform pre-construction services on specific projects (e.g., TX Rail).
• Assist with business development; establish and maintain client relationships.
• Coordinate staffing and resource availability throughout the life cycle of projects.
• Review and approve invoices.

What you will bring to the team

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field of study required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Texas is required.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) and/or Design-Guild Professional (DBIA) certification desired.
• 15+ years’ experience in civil engineering or with civil transportation projects.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (particularly Excel and PowerPoint), Bluebeam, estimating software, and Primavera or project management software required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, particularly technical writing.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Keen attention to detail.
• Ability to understand new issues quickly and make sound decisions.
• Ability to plan project workloads effectively, remain organized, and delegate.
• Adept at managing multiple competing priorities.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (specifically Excel).

Hybrid Work

Our workplace thrives on a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and flexibility. Join us in the office, three days a week, to contribute, connect, and excel in our vibrant environment.

Take on some of the world’s toughest challenges - with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way. We'll give you control over your career, empower you to find innovative solutions and help you create a lasting impact. See where your commitment could take you with GHD.

As a multicultural organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status or veteran status.