Workplace (Construction) Capital Program Manager

Cisco Systems, Inc.; San Jose (CA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company seeks a Capital Program Manager to oversee construction projects, ensuring timely and budget-compliant execution. The role involves strategic project planning, stakeholder management, and team leadership. This position is ideal for professionals with extensive project management experience in the construction sector, looking to impact a dynamic workplace environment.

Benefits

Paid time off for volunteering

Comprehensive health insurance

401(k) plan with matching contribution

Flexible vacation policy

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in project and program management, with a focus on construction.
• Expertise in managing diverse teams of vendors and contractors.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive project plans aligning with strategic objectives.
• Oversee multiple project performance, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget compliance.
• Manage stakeholder engagement and lead project team members.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Workplace (Construction) Capital Program Manager

The application window is expected to close on: 6/20 , 2025.

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Preferred Location: US Remote

Meet the team

Workplace Resources (WPR) delivers workplace experiences to Cisco employees and optimizes company working capital, at scale, with a focus on productivity and business outcomes. Formed in April 2024, within WPR, the Workplace Design & Construction Team comprises 4 pillars of work: Design, Change Management, Centralized Capital Program Management and Commercial Management Offices. The team is responsible for the delivery of projects in addition to a transformational effort that will see the way our employees, partners and customer interact with our Cisco spaces change for decades to come.

Your Impact

Our team is seeking a Construction Capital Program Manager based out of our San Jose campus in America, who will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Capital Project Planning: Using agreed upon business requirements from our WPR partners, develop comprehensive project plans that align with the strategic objectives of the organization.
• Portfolio Management: Oversee the performance of multiple projects, ensuring they are on track in terms of scope, schedule, and budget.
• Budget Management: Partner with our Commercial Management Office to oversee the budget development and financial project controls.Partner with our business managers on our budget submission to our Capital Finance Review Board.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Serve as a primary point for stakeholder engagement in the Bangalore portfolio, providing updates on portfolio performance and addressing concerns.
• Team Coordination: Lead, coach, and motivate Cisco project team members and Project Managers leading the projects in your portfolio, and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work.
• Risk Management: Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path, assess risks, and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Reporting: Track project milestones and deliverables, and prepare status reports for senior management.
• Performance Monitoring: Track and report on project metrics and performance indicators to senior management.
• Process Improvement: Continuously evaluate and improve project management processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in project and program management (8-10 years minimum), with a strong focus on construction capital program management and program delivery management for construction projects.
• Expertise in managing divers e teams of vendors and contractors across multiple projects.
• Demonstrates proficiency in concise reporting and clear communication when providing updates to senior leadership.
• Proficiency in project management software tools.
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of local regulations and industry standards in California and other US states.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in managing projects in sectors such as infrastructure, construction, or IT.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

#WeAreCisco

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Our passion is connection—we celebrate our employees’ diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best.

We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer—80 hours each year—allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do!

Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!

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