Volkert, Inc.

Senior Program Manager

LocationHarrisburg, PA
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


Are we the road to your future?

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Program Manager to support ourProgram Management serviceslocated within 150 mile radius of Harrisburg, PA.

To be considered for this position, applicants musthave, at minimum, BS in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering or related field.

The Program Management Group serves as a professional consultant to a variety of public and private sector clients in the successful management of individual projects and large-scale building programs. The Group assists with determination of facility needs, development of capital budgets and management of all other professional and construction service providers in the delivery of capital projects meeting the client’s program schedule and budgetary goals.


What You’ll Be Doing


Project Execution

Acts as the Company representative with the client and internal subconsultants as well as third party consultants and contractors during the program execution
Create design criteria personalized to individual projects and assist with establishing program requirements and budgets
Prepares a Project Execution Plan (PEP) that identifies the project team organization, identifies each specific task or phase and all work that must be performed to complete the project, outlines a schedule to ensure that the project can be completed on time, and develops an estimate and schedule of the manpower requirements needed to complete the project
Holds a project kick-off meeting to review the PEP with project team members
Ensures Quality Control reviews are taking place and are documented
Notifies accounting when the project is ready for the closure cycle and ensures all files and documents are retained in accordance with corporate policy
Maintains daily contact with field personnel during all field activities


Project Monitoring and Review

Work with architects, engineers, contractors, and city/county/state entities to manage the design and construction of projects specifically tailored to a client’s needs
Is responsive and maintains direct contact with clients on a continuing basis to discuss technical and scheduling issues
Conducts project staff meetings to review progress and further communication and coordination within the team
Participates in the month end project review that coincides with monthly billing and status reports
Prepares and presents a detailed project review for the Group Manager
Prepares and issues a monthly project progress report
Reviews Revenue Summary Reports monthly
Maintains accurate documentation of job progress through daily logs and other reports


Project Control

Man age the projects through design, bid, and construction
Develops project documents, processes, and procedures required to support quality control and final project deliverables
Ensures that all technical design changes are approved to conform to the standards, systems and procedures as prescribed by the requirements of the project
Solicits the help of the Operations Manager and other Project Managers, as appropriate, to solve scheduling or technical problems encountered in the progress of the work
Evaluates the effect of scope changes on project budgets and schedules, then negotiates with the client to increase fees required to accommodate such scope changes as necessary
Reviews, approves, and provides necessary documentation for invoicing in a timely manner. Maintains client accounts including collection of Accounts Receivable (AR’s)
Anticipates problems and works with client, architects/engineers, contractors, field personnel to identify and implement corrective actions
Keeps client informed of the day-to-day activities of the project


What You Need To Have

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Construction Management/Architecture/Engineering or related field
15+ years of program management experience
10+ years in commercial construction in municipal projects
A broad general commercial project/construction management background and project/program management experience on similar project types; can come from work experience as an architect/engineer, contractor, and/or facilities manager
Ability to successfully manage all aspects of commercial projects including schedules,, budgets, and profitability through comprehensive project completion
Professional Engineer registration or Project Manager Certification is preferred
Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines
Valid driver’s license
A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)


Why Volkert?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.


Key Benefits

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Medical, Dental, & Vision
401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
Wellness incentives
Student Debt Retirement Match
Additional voluntary benefits

The words from our Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer, Thomas A. Hand, PE, capture best how you can make an impact while working for Volkert.

“ For a century, Volkert has done meaningful work that improves our infrastructure and quality of life throughout our communities. We are proud of our one-hundred-year legacy and humbled by the opportunities ahead of us as we look forward to our next century of service. With our commitment to employee ownership and sustainable growth, you can build a career here that really makes a difference .”

– Thomas A. Hand, PE, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer


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