Program Manager

Lockwood Andrews & Newnam Inc•Fort Worth, TX

22d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves directing the preparation of strategic and client management plans, focusing on the development of the business line as a discipline. The Program Manager will support marketing initiatives by acting as the technical discipline leader into new markets, clients, and project opportunities. They will assist in developing and implementing project and client pursuit plans, and will develop and participate in presentations on project selections and within professional development organizations. The role also includes becoming active in professional societies promoting the business line, planning and managing all aspects of program projects, and independently coordinating the work of engineers, designers/draft persons, and sub-consultants throughout project execution. Establishing and maintaining client relations, assisting with marketing, contractual development, and design implementation are key responsibilities. The Program Manager is responsible for coordinating workload from initial plan development to completed project design, with some interface with construction management, ensuring projects are within budget and on schedule. They will also manage the financial aspects of assigned engineering projects, coordinating and adjusting work efforts to ensure timely and budget-conscious completion. The ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and clients is essential.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in the field of architecture, engineering, or construction management required.
8+ years of experience

Nice To Haves

Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect, or CCM preferred.
Market-specific Certifications preferred.
Strong graphic, verbal, and written communication skills.
Positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant working as part of a multi-design discipline team.
Familiarity with how projects go from beginning to completion.
A background in mentoring younger engineers or coordinating across disciplines.

Responsibilities

Direct the preparation of strategic and client management plans and informational materials.
Focus on the development of the business line as a business discipline.
Support marketing initiatives as the technical discipline leader into new markets, clients and project opportunities.
Assist in the development and implementation of project and client pursuit plans.
Develop and participate in presentations on project selections and within selected professional development organizations.
Become active in professional societies promoting the business line.
Plan and manage all aspects of the program projects.
Independently coordinate the work of engineers, designers/draft persons and sub-consultants throughout the project’s execution.
Establish and maintain client relations.
Assist with marketing, contractual development, and design implementation.
Responsible for coordinating workload throughout the project, from initial plan development to completed project design and with some interface with the construction management effort, ensuring projects are within budget and on schedule.
Responsible for managing the financial aspects of assigned engineering projects; coordinating and adjusting the work effort within the project team to ensure project work is completed on schedule and within allocated budget.
Simultaneously manage multiple projects and clients.