Program Director

Overview

Leads and manages multi-project programs, client relationships, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• program management
• budget oversight
• risk management
• client liaison
• technical direction
• program reporting

Tasks

-Directs and oversees the execution of complex, multi-disciplinary programs comprised of multiple, interrelated architecture and engineering projects. -Oversees program financials, including budgeting, forecasting, tracking project costs, and ensuring program profitability. -Ensures adherence to contractual obligations, applicable building codes, design standards, and regulatory requirements. -Identifies program-level risks and issues; implements mitigation strategies and ensures timely resolution. -Supervising direct reports is a key responsibility of this job. -Serves as the primary point of contact for clients at the program level, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and sustained relationships. -Assist team members by providing technical direction. -Supports proposal development and participates in program-related business development efforts. -Coordinates cross-functional project teams and resources in collaboration with project managers, discipline leads, and operations staff. -Be accountable for the team’s quality of work, productivity, and actions. -Leads program planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met. -Provides regular program reporting and updates to internal leadership and client stakeholders.

Requirements

• professional licensure
• pmp
• microsoft suite
• deltek
• newforma
• 15+ years

What You Bring

-Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA) is preferred. -PMP certification is preferred. -Ability to travel. -Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence. -Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, and Newforma. -Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience directly managing projects in a design and construction related field is preferred; -Or 20 years related experience and/or training is required. -Experience leading a team and working with multiple projects.

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Benefits

-Cleveland, OH: $109,149 - $144,815 -Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth -Rewards and Recognition Program -Welcome Box -Reimbursement for Professional Licenses -Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule -Paid Holidays -Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability -Casual Dress Code -Company Paid Bonding and Recovery -Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage -Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront -Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events -Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment -Employee Assistance Program -Akron, OH: $103,404 - $137,193 -401K with a Company Match

About Ceso, Inc.

-CESO is known for seamless collaboration, shepherding projects from initial site analysis through design, permitting and construction support. -Standout projects include regional corporate campuses, community spaces and large‑scale industrial site developments.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.