Deputy Program Manager - Water (Virginia)

Description

• Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
• Promote and follow Burns & McDonnell safety protocols on all projects.
• Assist in the development of already established clients and new clients.
• Lead internal and external project risk reviews and consult with Risk Department as required.
• Provide managerial and technical direction to professional and support staff during project execution, including project controls, data management, capital project delivery, public outreach, regulatory compliance, and construction management.
• Program planning, budgeting, and the establishment of critical objectives.
• Establishing and negotiating scope, schedule, and fees with clients and sub-consultants.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and instruction to less experienced staff. Assist in recruitment, mentoring, and retention of junior staff.
• Develop relationships with other consultants and contractors to build possible teaming arrangements for future pursuits.
• Participate in and attend industry-associated conferences and/or committees.
• Support and lead negotiating compliance schedules and terms with regulatory agencies; develop and present program issues to regulatory agencies as well as the general public.
• Manage all aspects of project communication.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, and ability to work overtime on short notice.
• Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software.
• Ability to influence, lead and manage change thoughtfully and positively.
• Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the water industry is preferred.
• Demonstrated excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Demonstrated technical leadership, preferably in the areas of wastewater collection, conveyance and treatment; water supply distribution and treatment; and stormwater management.
• Proven leadership in developing and implementing visions that have brought a positive impact.
• Capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
• Capital planning and project delivery experience, including design and construction is preferred.
• Experience Primavera Contract Manager or similar change management software is preferred.
• Knowledge and demonstrated experience in implementing organizational management methodologies and tools is a plus.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills and a strategic perspective preferred.
• Familiarity with federal and state regulatory programs related to CSO and SSO control and familiarity with current wet-weather overflow technologies for CSO and SSO control is a plus.
• Ability to handle difficult situations with tact, poise, and discernment; capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (Owner's, Contractors, Project Managers, Engineers and Designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Must be able to manage results, maximize project profitability, manage billable hours on projects, and achieve stated targets and standards for financial performance.
• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related degree from accredited program.
• Experience and familiarity with corporate human resources policies is a plus.
• Proven collaboration, facilitation, and organization problem solving skills in previous roles.
• Minimum of seven (7) years applicable experience required.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance