Program Manager

Position Title: Program Manager Location: Hanover, NH Employment Category: Regular Full Time Posting Date: 03/10/2026 Position Number: 1128705 Salary Range: $106,600 - $133,200 FLSA Status: Exempt Scheduled Hours: 40 hours per week Remote Work Eligibility: Onsite only Position Purpose Dartmouth will often bundle a group of capital projects with a common objective into a discrete program. The Program Manager has supporting responsibility for the execution and management of specific capital program(s) defined by the Senior Director, Project Management Services. The position is responsible for the successful delivery of capital projects assigned to themselves, direct reports, or external project managers, covering planning, estimating, budget control, permitting, construction, scheduling, reporting, and problem solving. Responsibilities Program Management Recommends priority of renovation and renewal projects within the program in collaboration with other directors and managers within Campus Services. Develops proposals to substantiate program priorities and resulting impact on Dartmouth’s buildings, infrastructure, and capital/operating budgets. Collaborates with the Assistant Director for Renovation & Renewal to develop and apply project delivery methods to assure best value results. Serves as main Dartmouth point of contact for external owner’s project management (OPM) teams, ensuring OPM follows College policies and procedures. Establishes estimating and cost control procedures to ensure efficient utilization of institutional funds. Evaluates and tracks performance parameters including program-level budgets, schedules, and approvals, supporting reporting to administrative, faculty, and trustee committees. Works with considerable latitude and independence under general guidance of the Assistant Director. Project Management Leads the capital project delivery process through study, design, construction, and close‑out phases. Facilitates communication throughout the project, especially during transitions between phases. Develops and maintains project schedules and budgets from planning through close‑out. Keeps stakeholders well‑informed through regular team meetings and reports. Manages the project team of consultants, contractors, and College stakeholders to review construction documents consistent with scope and budget. Manages bidding and construction process to ensure timely delivery and oversees project closeout. Coordinates submissions to jurisdictional authorities for permitting and ensures compliance with regulations. Responsible for quality control and cost control, provides budget updates, reviews change orders, and coordinates value engineering. Applies sustainability and energy efficiency principles. Staff Management Guides and provides technical and managerial assistance to subordinate employees. Collaborates with the Assistant Director and other Facility Directors on personnel administration policies and objectives. Works with Campus Services Financial Office to ensure fiscal and procurement administration within area of responsibility. Culture and Employee Belonging Demonstrates a commitment to inclusion, cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications. Participates in division‑wide initiatives and training including the 7 Principles. Collaborates on CEB‑related initiatives within the division and College. Demonstrates professionalism and collegiality appropriate for an inclusive environment. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree plus six or more years’ experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Ten years of direct experience in planning, design, and management of major capital construction projects, including LEED certified buildings. Experience building effective capital programs. Documented success in meeting budget and schedule targets. Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, or related field. Skills in interpreting architectural and construction contracts. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with high‑performance buildings, landscape design, construction, and standards. Knowledge of utility systems, current energy‑efficient building systems, and energy conservation best practices. Excellent communication skills. Conceptual thinker attentive to detail. Ability to work with diverse and sometimes opposing constituencies. Familiarity with town, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Knowledge of OSHA construction safety standards and regulations. Ability to develop and maintain project budgets, cash flow projections, and schedules. Equal Opportunity Employer Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all. Background Check Employment is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre‑employment background check, which may include criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, conduct review, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant. Tobacco‑Free Policy Dartmouth College has a Tobacco‑Free Policy. 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