Senior Program Director

At CESO, a Senior (Sr) Program Director is responsible for client management of large portfolios —which may include client programs, a collection of related projects, or regional operational areas. The Sr Program Director is responsible for the growth of client accounts. They will develop and execute strategies to grow client accounts by fulfilling other client needs and bringing in other services not yet performed for the client. They will coordinate client activities, monitor & forecast overall portfolio performance, and ensure the delivery of client projects. They will train and develop team members and identify those who can grow into more advanced roles. Responsible for mentoring personnel, including Program Directors and project management team members.

Responsibilities

Be accountable for the team’s quality of work, productivity, and actions; Assist team members by providing technical direction; Provide senior-level leadership for highly complex, high-impact portfolios across multiple clients, markets, or regions; Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client executives; build and sustain long-term executive-level relationships; Lead high-stakes pursuit strategies, portfolio negotiations, and major contract execution for enterprise-level programs; Oversee multiple Program Directors and senior project teams, ensuring consistent and high-quality project delivery; Partner with firm leadership to drive innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement in client and portfolio management; Mentor and develop high-potential leaders; contribute to succession planning and organizational leadership capability; Represent the firm at industry events, contribute to thought leadership efforts, and enhance firm visibility and reputation; Supervising direct reports is a key responsibility of this job; Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

25 years related experience and/or training; Proven track record in leading a team and working with multiple projects; Computer skills necessary to enter daily timesheet data and use Microsoft Outlook for email correspondence; Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Suite products, Deltek, and Newforma; Ability to travel

Nice to have

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Surveying or related field, with a minimum of 20 years of experience directly managing projects in a design and construction related field; Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA); PMP certification

Benefits

Flexible and Hybrid Work Schedule; Paid Time Off – Credited to You 100% Upfront; 401K with a Company Match; Rewards and Recognition Program; Training and Development to Foster Professional Growth; Paid Holidays; Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage; Welcome Box; Casual Dress Code; Reimbursement for Professional Licenses; Paid Time Off for Community Team Service Events; Voluntary or Supplemental Short-Term / Long-Term Disability; Employee Assistance Program; Company Paid Bonding and Recovery; Employee Events such as Lunches and Outings to Foster a Positive Work Environment