Program Management Director

Stanley Consultants is an award-winning and industry-leading global consulting engineering firm, with an unmatched commitment to culture, values, and ethics. We are dedicated to client experience and solve the most complex challenges to create a sustainable, connected, and enriched world for all. As the world changes, Stanley strategically evolves with it, integrating the latest technology, innovation, and resiliency practices. Stanley Consultants offers flexible work options, competitive pay and great benefits, a strong sense of community, and the chance to build a meaningful, long-term career!

Responsibilities

Develop and lead Stanley's enterprise Program Management practice across all markets and geographies; Establish strategic vision, growth objectives, service offerings, and operational standards for program management services; Create scalable business models supporting Owner's Representative, PMO, CIP Management, Program Controls, Construction Management; Develop repeatable tools, methodologies, governance frameworks, and best practices that can be deployed across markets; Evaluate organizational capabilities and identify gaps in staffing, technical expertise, systems, and processes; Develop strategic hiring, succession planning, and workforce development recommendations to support growth; Support strategic pursuits and key account development activities across Stanley's markets; Lead or support capture planning, proposal development, interviews, and client engagement activities for major program management opportunities; Expand existing client relationships into larger, multi-year programmatic engagements; Collaborate with Market Leaders, Client Service Managers, and Business Development professionals to identify and advance opportunities; Enhance Stanley's visibility in the marketplace through industry engagement, conference participation, thought leadership, and strategic client outreach; Assist in developing strategic partnerships and teaming relationships that expand Stanley's ability to pursue and deliver large-scale programs; Provide executive oversight and advisory support to high-profile programs and strategic client initiatives; Evaluate active programs and recommend improvements to governance, program controls, scheduling, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and performance monitoring; Establish standards for program reporting, financial management, quality management, and client communications; Support successful delivery of major capital programs while maintaining high levels of client satisfaction; Promote consistency and excellence in program execution across markets and business units; Introduce enterprise program management thinking throughout Stanley's organization; Mentor project managers, portfolio managers, market leaders, and client service managers in program management principles and best practices; Develop career progression pathways and competency models for program management professionals; Foster collaboration across markets, technical disciplines, and geographic regions; Support continuous improvement initiatives that improve project delivery, resource utilization, and client outcomes

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Program Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field required; Minimum of 18 years of progressively responsible experience in program management, project management, infrastructure delivery, engineering consulting, construction management, or owner's advisory services; Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams, programs, or business units; Demonstrated success developing and growing program management, PMO, CIP management and owner's representative services; Experience supporting municipal, transportation, water, energy, federal, or industrial infrastructure programs; Proven business development and client relationship management experience; Experience managing complex stakeholder environments involving public agencies, utilities, contractors, and executive leadership; Strong understanding of engineering consulting operations, project delivery, financial performance, and resource management; Expertise in program governance, program controls, risk management, scheduling, and organizational change management; Ability to influence and lead across organizational boundaries without direct authority; Exceptional communication, facilitation, and executive presentation skills; Strategic thinker capable of balancing long-term growth initiatives with immediate client and operational needs; Strong coaching and mentoring capabilities with demonstrated success developing future leaders

Nice to have

Master's degree; Relevant professional certification such as PE, Project Management Professional (PMP), Program Management Professional (PgMP), Certified Construction Manager (CCM), Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA), or equivalent advanced credential

Benefits

Flexible work options; Competitive pay; Member-owned culture; Paid holidays; Generous paid time off (PTO); Parental leave; Professional development leave; Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance; FSA; HSA; Doctor On Demand; Wellness reimbursement; Mental health resources; Life insurance; Short- and long-term disability insurance; Identity theft protection; Tuition assistance; Professional society membership; Company stock ownership; Generous 401K match; Incentive compensation; Profit-sharing contributions to retirement 401K plans