Senior Program Director

Overview

Are you seeking purpose, challenge, and talented colleagues? With a diverse portfolio of residential, energy, commercial, light industrial and public programs, CESO has the opportunity for you to develop your career. We develop leaders and empower our associates to use their skills and talents to positively impact the world through service - to our coworkers, clients, and communities. We subscribe to the mission of "empowering our people to impact communities by bringing clients' visions to life," so if this speaks to you, let's connect!

• Be accountable for the team's quality of work, productivity, and actions.
• Assist team members by providing technical direction.
• Provide senior-level leadership for highly complex, high-impact programs and portfolios across multiple clients, markets, or regions.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior client executives; build and sustain long-term executive-level relationships.
• Lead high-stakes pursuit strategies, program negotiations, and major contract execution for enterprise-level programs.
• Oversee multiple Program Directors and senior project teams, ensuring consistent and high-quality program delivery.
• Partner with firm leadership to drive innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement in program management.
• Mentor and develop high-potential leaders; contribute to succession planning and organizational leadership capability.
• Represent the firm at industry events, contribute to thought leadership efforts, and enhance firm visibility and reputation.
• Supervise direct reports as a key responsibility of this role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering or related field, with a minimum of 20 years of experience directly managing projects in a design and construction related field is preferred; or 25 years related experience and/or training is required.
• Proven track record in 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.

• 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

CESO is a principle-centered organization that aligns with strong service values, integrity, and authenticity. We develop and inspire through training and coaching on the job. At CESO, we believe that work should be more rewarding than just a paycheck. In addition to a comprehensive benefit and compensation program, we create memories and friendships through our employee and service events.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

CESO, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This organization participates in E-Verify and is a drug-free workplace. Criminal background checks and drug/alcohol checks are required.