Head of Programme Management

Program Management Director (Water/Wastewater Infrastructure)

Brown and Caldwell (BC) is a pioneer and recognized industry leader in wastewater, drinking water, water resources, stormwater, infrastructure, environmental planning and permitting, and program management. BC serves both municipal and private sector clients throughout the US.

BC is seeking a Program Management Director to help lead large, high-profile capital programs nationwide. This is a great opportunity to help our trusted clients deliver transformational solutions to meet the needs of their communities. This is a full-time opportunity focused on supporting strategic pursuits and program delivery in major cities throughout the U.As a Program Management Director, you will oversee the daily operations and direction of programs or large, major projects. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully delivering large and complex capital projects with investments exceeding $1 billion. You will be responsible for addressing complex issues while managing capital planning, design, engineering, and construction phases.

Lead decision-making guidance, roles, responsibilities, and processes to ensure that the program is managed effectively and in alignment with organizational policies.

Implement financial controls, schedule management, risk management, quality assurance, and performance measurement.

Change management leadership in identifying deviations from the plan, implementing corrective actions, and ensuring that the program remains aligned with its objectives.

Monitor program performance to determine efficiency and determine areas for improvement.

Plans and directs large programs and integrated teams through the program lifecycle phases to deliver value, financial performance, and benefits

Provides program leadership and oversight of project delivery managers, program professionals, construction managers, and subconsultants for water and wastewater programs

Facilitates program steering committee activities in partnership with clients to ensure success and adjudicate challenges affecting program implementation

Assures that program risks are adequately managed for the benefit of the client and BC

Participates in program initiation activities that assure successful program startup and sustained implementation

Providementorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Expertin program management and leading more challenging and larger project assignments on time and budget.

Proven skillsin program delivery lifecycle management phases, processes, and activities.

Advancedprogram controls, strong business and commercial acumen, and performance monitoring and reporting.

Expertin program planning and initiation, change management, risk management, and quality management.

Typically, aminimum of 15years ofrelatedwork experience inprojectmanagement, program management or relatedfield.

Proven experience in successfully planning, delivering and executing small and medium programs.

A Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, business, or construction management is preferred

At least 15+ years of program experience with Water and Wastewater programs, including a minimum of 3 years in a program leadership role.

Experience in key program management areas such as program delivery, strategy development, benefits management, stakeholder engagement, governance, and change management

Familiarity with various project delivery methods, including Progressive Design Build (PDB), Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR), and Design-Bid-Build (DBB)

Capability to convey ideas and concepts visually and in writing

Ability to prioritize client needs while managing multiple, internal team demands.

A bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, business management or related field or equivalent experience is required.

Program management certificationor required toobtainin6months

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction services firm with 50 offices and over 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions formunicipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice—to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Brown and Caldwell encourages protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities