Director of Program Management

Cumming•New York, NY

32d

About The Position

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! We are currently looking for a Director of Program Management with corporate fit-out project experience in the New York, NY area. In this role, you will be a member of our rapidly growing Program & Project Management team concentrating on corporate fit-out projects for a financial services client. This client facing role is a great opportunity for you to work on a range of projects and expand your knowledge base. The PM team's standard is to 'manage each project like we own it'. We are unique in that we provide in-house cost management and project scheduling along with program and project management, in a fully integrated package. With client needs and ethics put above all else, coupled with our inherent competitive advantages, it's no wonder why we've achieved such immense success. Come join our team!

Requirements

Deep understanding of project and program management methodologies.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse stakeholders.
Strong design and presentation skills; capable of creating polished executive-level materials in PowerPoint.
Data-driven mindset with the ability to craft compelling narratives from complex data sets.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive results.
Education: BS in Construction Management, Engineering, QS, Architecture, or related field
Experience: 10+ years' experience in program management is required.

Nice To Haves

Large scale corporate fit-out or core and shell project experience is preferred.
Proficiency in dashboard development using tools such as Power BI or Tableau.
Preferred Certification: CCM, PMP, PE, AIA, LEED.

Responsibilities

Serve as a primary liaison with client leadership, supporting their program strategy, communications, and reporting.
Produce monthly and quarterly executive-level reports and develop ad-hoc presentations for senior management.
Facilitate leadership meetings, including setting agendas, tracking action items, and driving accountability.
Oversee cross-functional initiatives.
Monitor program risks, ensuring proactive mitigation strategies and escalation when needed.
Support resource planning and allocation for the program team.
Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all projects within the program and provide clear status updates.
Develop templates, tools, and best practices based on lessons learned to strengthen work on future programs.