Deputy Program Manager

 

At Black & Veatch, our employee-owners go beyond the project. For over a century, we have been breaking down social, economic and geographic barriers by making life's critical resources accessible to all. Working with us, you will help provide critical expertise as we, along with our valued clients, deliver solutions that positively impact communities around the world. Our professionals are our greatest asset, and we believe nothing is more important than the health, happiness and professional growth of our employee-owners. With a focus on flexible work-life balance options, an expanding and diverse workforce, and limitless career growth opportunities, we will give you our best to help you give us your best, and together we can build a world of difference. 

 

Req Id : 103669 

Opportunity Type : Staff 

Relocation eligible : No 

Full time/Part time : Part-Time  

Contract Hire Only for this Project : No 

Visa Sponsorship Available: No 

Job Summary

Manages small to medium Program Management assignments involving multiple partners and/or stakeholders, or manages significant portions of large program. Manages multiple aspects of the program. Obtains new/repeat business on small to medium size programs; supports contract negotiations with clients. Manages risk which may include fixed or upper limit price, new technology, domestic markets or new clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with managing a program that includes large or complex inter-related projects or multiple moderate size projects
• Responsible for developing certain aspects of a program (e g project controls, project managers) and supports the development of all aspects together with the Program Manager
• Provides oversight and direction to Black and Veatch project managers, client staff and subcontractors 
• Operates in complex management environments with multiple stakeholders
• Interacts with senior government or public officials and/or executive level clients on significant project matters
• Assists with the preparation and delivery of proposal presentations
• Assesses and actively manages risk on behalf of client with Program Manager
• Routinely assists in the resolution of high risk or very difficult issues with significant scope, schedule and or financial impact
• Develops the basis, assumptions and framework for cost estimates consistent with program budget
• Assembles program team and recruits externally as needed
• Applies advanced understanding and application of project management core processes and methodologies
• Utilizes lessons learned to strengthen Black and Veatch's program management processes, procedures and tools 
• Performs under the direction of a Program Manager 

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer at least 5 years program management exp of the 9 years of experience required  

Preferred Skills:

• Skilled knowledge and application of PM process
• Skilled knowledge and application of Financial Management
• Skilled at leading medium to large teams
• Skilled understanding and application of contract commercial terms
• Skilled at managing low to medium risk projects
• Conflict management 
• Delegation
• Directing Others
• Listening
• Motivating Others
• Negotiating
• Planning
• Priority Setting
• Process Management
• Timely Decision Making 

Minimum Qualifications

9+ years in a senior project and/or program management role; PM, EM, Planning, Project Controls, etc. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Competencies

Salary Plan

PMT: Project Management

Job Grade

003

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