Deputy Program Manager

Summary

Seeking an experienced Deputy Program Manager for Construction to support large-scale design-build projects. This role is responsible for overseeing program execution, coordinating construction activities, and ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and aligned with overall program objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead program-level coordination of construction activities across multiple projects.
• Oversee implementation of program policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serve as primary liaison between internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Manage contract scope, budget, staffing, and overall project performance.
• Lead multidisciplinary teams including project managers, inspectors, schedulers, estimators, and safety personnel.
• Coordinate closely with design, program controls, and stakeholder groups.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to maintain project performance.
• Provide financial oversight including budgeting, cost tracking, and forecasting.
• Maintain regular reporting and communicate project status to leadership.
• Mentor staff and promote accountability, collaboration, and high performance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 15+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale, complex construction projects (high-rise preferred).
• Strong understanding of construction cost control, scheduling, estimating, procurement, and engineering principles.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts, drawings, specifications, and schedules.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction/project management software.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Preferred Experience

• Design-build project delivery experience.
• Experience working with public agencies or large, multi-stakeholder programs.
• Strong problem-solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships across teams and stakeholders.