Client Program Manager

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design is currently seeking a detail-oriented Client Program Manager to join our infrastructure team in Buffalo, NY! Employees in this role will work in-office or hybrid.

This role offers growing opportunities in New York State and the chance to work with a diverse range of clients. The ideal candidate will become a key member of our high-performing, collaborative team. We value excellent communication skills and the ability to lead and inspire multidisciplinary teams. Project work spans a variety of technical disciplines, primarily for clients in the power industry and those who own or operate water‑adjacent infrastructure‑such as dams, hydropower facilities, and navigation systems.

In this position, you will lead complex projects supported by our team of highly respected subject matter experts.

• Manage and grow program clients and their projects.
• Lead multiple multi‑disciplinary teams for project delivery including proposal development, project organization, health and safety, subcontract management, scheduling, financial management, and delivery quality.
• Lead technical, cost, and scheduling decisions for interdisciplinary teams to deliver quality projects to our clients.
• Maintain and grow client relationships by understanding specific client needs and working with our team to deliver superior service.
• Collaborate with other managers to balance resources, anticipate potential issues, and develop corrective actions to keep projects on schedule, on budget, and with high quality.
• Assess and resolve issues and/or conflicts.
• Actively develop and maintain client relationships.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering is required.
• New York PE (Professional Engineer) license is required (or through reciprocity).
• 12+ years of leading multi‑disciplinary teams is required, including 6+ years of project management experience.
• Experience with similar project types is highly preferred but not required.
• Knowledge and technical background in the industry of power and/or water related infrastructure.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively communicate with team members internally and externally.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English for the purposes of comprehending written job‑related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $142,900 to $185,500 (depending on qualifications)

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That’s why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as company‑sponsored activities.

We support a work‑life balance through a generous compensation package that includes company‑paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy and disability leave; short‑ and long‑term disability insurance; life insurance; a company‑matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and a straight‑time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 hours within a work week.

We also provide resources and technology to encourage personal and professional growth through reimbursement for education, free in‑house courses, mentorship programs, wellness initiatives, Women’s Organization, and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.

Apply today to learn how you can join our team of professionals, so we can help you Accelerate Your Success
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