Head of Programme Management

What We're Looking ForAt HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners. This opportunity entails being responsible for the effective and profitable management and delivery of end-to-end PMC services on a program with a program value of <$1B.This Program Manager supports the ongoing evolution and operational improvements in toll programs. The position works across operations, technology, contracts, data, and policy to identify opportunities to improve how the program operates, measures performance, manages resources, and delivers outcomes. Beyond day-to-day operations, the role takes a program-wide view of operational performance to translate emerging needs, performance information, and new capabilities into practical improvements. The position leads and coordinates strategic initiatives that improve efficiency, accountability, reliability, customer experience, and long-term operational sustainability.What You’ll Do:Acts as the client’s agent in delivering PMC services in the areas of strategic planning, alternative delivery, innovative financing, procurement/contract management, risk management, project controls, quality management, construction management, project closeout and acceptance, and operations/maintenance.Routinely resolves difficult issues of significant financial impact, assessing and managing risk on behalf of the client.Identifies and effectively pursues opportunities to advance HNTB’s presence and revenue opportunity, both with current client(s) and more broadly within the PMC market.Actively works to build a reputation in the industry and within Program Management, maintaining positive relationships with clients and representing HNTB with local, state and national industry organizations.Interacts with senior government or public officials and/or clients on significant program matters often requiring coordination between organizations.Responsible for defining staffing needs for the delivery of services, providing direction and oversight to Project Managers, other staff, client staff and subcontractors.Has an awareness and understanding of the political environment and sensitivities in which a program is being delivered.Able to lead HNTB team in understanding client perspectives and vision of success while keeping staff connected to firm culture and organization.Develops a deep understanding of full range of HNTB services and firm-wide resources.Participates in the development of client service action plans and client project reviews.Carries out other duties as assigned.What You’ll Need:Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or related discipline15 years relevant experienceWhat We Prefer:10 years of experience in tolling, technology, or a related field5 years managing or leading a team in successful delivery and operations of toll projects MS in Technology Management, IT, Business or related fieldAdditional InformationClick here for benefits information: HNTB Total RewardsClick here to learn more about Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/VeteranVisa sponsorship is not available for this position.#NF.Locations:Bellevue, WA (Seattle), Denver, CO, Kansas City, MO, Oakland, CA..The approximate pay range for the California San Francisco Bay Area is $259,607.99 - $414,698.47. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state...The approximate pay range for Washington is $249,223.67 - $398,110.53. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state..The approximate pay range for Colorado is $228,455.03 - $364,934.66. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position based on all selected locations within the state at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent on factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s qualifications, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as physical work location within the state..The anticipated last day to apply is 12/27/2026. Please note that the job may be unposted prior to this date if the job is filled or no longer a need.................NOTICE TO THIRD-PARTY AGENCIES:HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency, person or entity that submits an unsolicited resume to this site does so with the understanding that the applicant's resume will become the property of HNTB. HNTB will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion and without any fee owed to the submitting staffing/employment agency, person or entity. Staffing/employment agencies who have fee agreements with HNTB must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.SummaryLocation: Oakland, CA; Bellevue, WA (Seattle); Kansas City, MO; Denver, COType: Full time