Deputy Program Manager

Deputy Program Manager

Hill International is seeking a Deputy Program Manager in Seattle, Washington. Serve as a key member of the Washington State Ferries Electrification Program senior leadership team that provides strategic management and direction as it plans, designs, and implements the Program. 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 to avoid any adverse commercial issues with those agencies. In consultation with the Program Executive and Integrated Leadership Team monitor progress of and provide direction to the vessels and terminals teams. Collaborate with senior stakeholders and client staff to develop trust and positive, outcome-oriented relationships. Identify and advise specific actions that are needed to continuously improve the team's technical strategy and business plan; motivate staff to commit to achieving these goals. Monitor Program trends and progress to identify emerging issues. Develop and recommend practical solutions that promise to sustain and build confidence among senior stakeholders and clients that the program can be delivered to time, budget, and meet or exceed quality objectives. Function as a subject matter expert in the areas of program management and construction management to the Program Executive, senior stakeholders, and clients. Assist the Program Executive and Integrated Leadership Team to : Develop and / or deliver budget plans at the task order level relative to the program with guidance from senior client staff. Continuously update, oversee, and approve the Risk Management Plans for projects / programs as required. Implement 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. Continuously improve and update project and program management frameworks and tools and ensure compliance. 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. Support project and internal communication protocols for quality, effectiveness, and efficiency. Recommend communication improvements based on experience and knowledge. Monitors continuously the accuracy of the project governance and organization structures. Forecasts potential opportunities and identifies suitably qualified resources for a project, based on current company plans and individual needs. Must be local or willing to relocate to Seattle, WA area. Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Project Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business, or other related degrees. Ten (10) years of experience working in a project environment with 5 years as a Program Manager, with increasing responsibility for key management tasks for one or more high complex mega-projects. Certification with the Project Management Institute as a Project Management Professional; or certification as a Certified Cost Professional with AACE International is preferred. Construction management experience in the transportation and / or maritime sector. WSHDOT experience preferred. Experience with project management related digital tools and systems and able to adapt to the use thereof as required. Excels