Program Director

Hill International is seeking a Program Director in Seattle, WA

This position is accounting for the set-up of the General Engineering Consultant (GEC) program team and leading it to successful delivery of the complex Washington State Ferries System Electrification Program (WSFSEP).

• Develop and implement the engagement plan for senior stakeholder and client staff so as to develop positive such relationships.
• Communicate the actions needed to implement the GEC team's technical strategy and business plan; motivate staff to commit to these to achieve these goals.
• Take the appropriate action to resolve any issues identified during program delivery to give senior stakeholders and clients the confidence that the program can be delivered to time, budget, and quality objectives.
• Function as a subject matter expert in the area of program delivery to senior stakeholders and clients.
• Develop and/or deliver budget plans at the task order level relative to the program with guidance from senior client staff.
• Develop and/or deliver a management plan for significant aspects of program risks. Oversees and approves the Risk Management Plans for projects/programs as required. Implements risk management improvements for projects/programs and practice.
• Explore and develop a detailed understanding of external developments or emerging issues and evaluate their potential impact on, or usefulness to, the program.
• Conduct or oversee complex feasibility studies and document findings as needed relative to the program.
• Drive a culture of innovation by enabling the creation of multi-stakeholder cost effective solutions to identified issues.
• Oversee the development of project and program management frameworks and tools and ensure compliance.
• Provide specialist advice from the GEC team to the senior client staff so as to resolve complex issues and then enabling others to take appropriate actions.
• Support the project review process; provide stakeholders with accurate and relevant information and key recommendations at agreed review points to enable them to evaluate progress and agree on change.
• Oversees project and internal communication protocols for quality, effectiveness, and efficiency. Recommends communication improvements based on experience and knowledge.
• Identifies and resolves differences between individuals and internal/external parties within the parameters of the contract to prevent negative and destructive impacts from occurring.
• Monitors compliance with the commercial requirements of the prime contract, subcontracts, and internal agreements in relation to the project and securing the provision of services from others following a robust and auditable procedure in accordance with Hill International requirements.
• Collaborates with various levels of WSF and Washington State Department of Transportation contracting staff so as to avoid any adverse commercial issues with those agencies.
• Agrees, manages, and discharges duties under the contract, sub-contracts or internal agreements including the monitoring of compliance and management of change for the program. Manages dispute resolution on program.
• Recommends to clients various procurement options applicable to the project/program.
• Oversees continuously the accuracy of the project governance and organization structures. Makes adaptions or changes as needed through the project life cycle to keep the project/program goal on track.
• Forecasts potential opportunities and recommends suitably qualified people for a project, based on current company plans and individual needs. Helps resolve resource conflicts between projects/programs.
• Identifies staffing shortages within the practice, advises management and human resources on current and future needs.

• Must be local or willing to relocate to Seattle, WA area.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or other related degree.
• Fifteen (15) years of experience working in a project environment with 10 years as a Program Manager, with increasing responsibility for key management tasks for one or more high complexity mega-projects, preferably civil.
• Experience with project management related digital tools and systems and able to adapt to the use thereof as required. Makes recommendations to clients on the selection of or improvements for such systems.
• In depth experience in project management industry best-practice processes, methods, techniques, and tools through the project life cycle.
• Excels in all forms of communication, informal and formal, at all levels of internal and external stakeholders. Fully understands the subtle nuances of communications timing and impact. Effectively uses communication to reach project/program/organizational goals.
• Experience with various project delivery methods and contract types including Design Bid Build, Design Build, Joint Venture, etc. Identifies new developments and trends in contracting methodologies in the industry.
• Experience at managing schedule performance on major projects and/or programs.

Preferred:

• Master's or Doctorate degree from an accredited institution in Project Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or other related degree.
• Certification with the Project Management Institute as a Project Management Professional; or certification as a Certified Cost Professional with AACE International.
• WSHDOT policies and procedures knowledge
• Local mega-project experience

The salary range for this position is $280,000-$320,000. The offered salary will be based on the applicants qualifications, education, experience and work location.

Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.

Hill International, with more than 3,800 professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at www.hillintl.com.

Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.

Hill is a proud member of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. family of companies. Learn more about GISI at www.gisi.com.

Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Minority/Female/Veteran/Disabled

Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.

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