Program Manager-Engineering-Construction

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description : TITLE : t t tProgram Manager

DEPARTMENT (S) : tEngineering Division

DIRECT REPORTs : tSr Project Manager, Project Manager, Project Coordinator, Permit Coordinator

REPORTS TO : t tDirector of PMOThis position is 100% remote.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Program Manager will be responsible for managing, forecasting, budgeting, tracking, and working directly with our clients to ensure priorities are aligned, deliveries are being met, and overall expectations are being met or exceeded for a large engineering / construction program.

Responsible for what gets done.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

tPlans all phases of the engineering and construction project lifecycle from initiation to completion.

tLeads project meetings, creates agendas, assigns action items, follows up on open action items, and holds team accountable for commitments.

tLeads engineering and construction managers to achieve a common goal of profitability, customer satisfaction, and quality, on time delivery.

tCreates detailed program level schedule that outlines due dates for each task, rolling up to milestones and deliverables.

tEnsures project level schedules roll up to the program level schedule correctly and takes measures to ensure project level schedules are accurate and being adhered to.

tCreates and updates program level forecast monthly for all assigned projects.

tMonitors utilization and works with management team to ensure resources are correctly allocated to the project.

tManages and mentors project managers and Sr. project managers and sets priorities for them.

tProfessionally communicates with clients and all other stakeholders (both internal and external).

tClears roadblocks impacting the design, field, permitting, and GIS teams.

tCollaborates with construction managers, design manager, field manager, permit manager and GIS manager.

tProvides weekly updates on program financial health on internal calls and speaks to monthly forecast each week.

tMeets with Jurisdictions Having Authority (JHAs) and communicates all applicable local, state, national codes and regulations, and safety precautions are followed by the design and permitting team.

tCoaches and mentors team members when appropriate.

tConducts performance management functions when necessary and follows through with proper documentation.

tResolves internal escalations related to challenges between Design and PM teams.

tSubmits and approves timesheets daily with the appropriate time coded to the project, aspect, and task.

tConducts interviews of project manager and senior project manager candidates and is involved in hiring decisions.

tStays current with scope changes and understands the scope applicable to the work being performed to maintain change control and where appropriate, complete change orders with the client.

tComes well prepared for meetings with client, peer managers and Squan Leadership.

tFocuses on high level customer interaction to both internal and external customers.

tOther duties as assigned by Director of PMO.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

tStrong knowledge and experience working in standard project management software.

tAbility to balance Client expectations with engineering needs and construction requirements and be able to balance being accountable to all three.

tBuilds strong relationships with clients, contractors, and Squan team.

tStrong knowledge of outside plant engineering, permitting, and design

tAbility to manage a large program spanning multiple markets for construction and engineering scopes.

tAbility to comprehend complex scopes / statements of work and quickly identify out of scope

tHas strong working knowledge of OSP that allows for building sufficiently detailed trackers, schedules, and budgets.

tManages Project Mangers and Sr. Project Managers through regular communication, setting clear expectations, trains and coaches when needed, and assists with professional development.

tExcels at organization, time-management, problem-solving, planning, forecasting and budgeting.

tStrong work ethic, leads by example, takes ownership of project and tasks performed by himself / herself and the team, and does what it takes to get the job done and meet / exceed client expectations.

tAttention to detail and takes pride in his / her work.

tVery proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and with various other software programs for data entry.

tAbility to communicate professionally at all times, with clarity, at the frequencies required by management and customers.

tAbility to understand different personalities and adjust approach accordingly.

tAble to articulate complex concepts in easy-to-understand terms

tMust be able to give feedback in a constructive manner and be able to adjust messaging based on the audience to get the desired results.

tAttends client meetings and represents Squan as the single point of contact for projects assigned.

tAbility to travel to multiple sites as required.

tWork independently with minimal supervision.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

tMust be 18 or older

tSeven years of telecommunication project management experience, 3 years of that experience managing a large program successfully

tAble to work with minimal supervision and complete tasks assigned in a timely manner

tStrong proficiency in MS Office

tStrong communication skills, both written and oral

tValid drivers license

tMust be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

tBi-lingual (Spanish / English)

tBachelors degree in Business Administration, management, engineering or a related degree

tPMP Certification

tExperience managing turnkey, EPC, and design / build projects in the telecommunication industry.

$85,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually