Hybrid Program Director

at CESO, INC.

• Job title: Program Director
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Lead
• Salary: $103,404 - $219,188 per year
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Tech skills: PMP
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Dayton, United States

About the role

• Program Director responsible for executing and growing client programs in architecture and engineering. Leading teams and ensuring quality project delivery while managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Be accountable for the team’s quality of work, productivity, and actions.
• Assist team members by providing technical direction.
• Directs and oversees the execution of complex, multi-disciplinary programs comprised of multiple, interrelated architecture and engineering projects.
• Serves as the primary point of contact for clients at the program level, ensuring high levels of client satisfaction and sustained relationships.
• Leads program planning, execution, and delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives are met.
• Coordinates cross-functional project teams and resources in collaboration with project managers, discipline leads, and operations staff.
• Identifies program-level risks and issues; implements mitigation strategies and ensures timely resolution.
• Oversees program financials, including budgeting, forecasting, tracking project costs, and ensuring program profitability.
• Ensures adherence to contractual obligations, applicable building codes, design standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Provides regular program reporting and updates to internal leadership and client stakeholders.
• Supports proposal development and participates in program-related business development efforts.
• Supervising direct reports is a key responsibility of this job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or related field, with a minimum of 15 years of experience directly managing projects in a design and construction related field is preferred;
• Or 20 years related experience and/or training is required.
• Experience leading a team and working with multiple projects.
• Professional Licensure (RA, PE, PS, RLA) is preferred.
• PMP certification is preferred.
• 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.

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