Deputy Program Manager at Arcadis U.S.Inc. in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

Arcadis is seeking a nationally recognized Deputy Program Manager that has successfully managed billion-dollar, heavy civil transportation projects. Arcadis serves as the on-site client representative on site and is responsible for the management, managerial oversight, administration, and coordination of the construction process from the conceptual development stage through final construction.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Coordinating and managing people, materials, and equipment as well as the contractor's compliance with the client's safety policies and conducting safety assessments as required by the client.
  
  
• Determine that the work of the contractor is performed in accordance with the construction contract, project plans, and specifications, and all other contract documents and amendments thereto to guard against defects and deficiencies in the contractor's work.
  
  

• Track record of managing large teams well; success with team performance, morale, roles/responsibilities, and collaboration.
  
  
• Technical expertise: Earthworks, utilities, grade separations, bridge structures, environmental clearances/permits, Caltrans civil and structures processes
  
  
• Managed mega programs/projects ($1B ) involving design-build
  
  
• Willingness to perform the duties as the full-time, on-site Project/Construction Manager as the day to day liaison to the client, overseeing the activities of the Arcadis PCM team.
  
  
• Build trust and partnership with the client. Executive "presence" - soft skills in addition to deep P/CM experience
  
  
• Effectively interface with the client, program manager, design-builder, and numerous 3rd parties.
  
  
• Handle conflict smoothly and unemotionally; ability to build trust with project sponsors and stakeholders.
  
  
• Lead the overall financial management for projects, including developing performance targets and budgets and helping to develop key commercial strategies, to meet and exceed profit- and cash-generation targets,
  
  
• Drive performance by leading the definition and implementation of complex projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and working to project timescales more than 1 year to ensure delivery standards meet client expectations,
  
  
• Educate and influence senior colleagues about risk policies and governance processes to instill a culture of awareness and commitment to risk management and ensure compliance with organizational policies and codes of conduct,
  
  
• Analyze and review recommendations and analysis from multiple sources to make informed, authoritative technical decisions to improve business performance,
  
  
• Direct, define and lead the development and continuous improvement of project-wide processes, systems, and policies, and contribute to wider organizational initiatives to improve performance,
  
  
• Manage relationships with key internal stakeholders to identify opportunities for improved efficiencies both project-wide and in cross-organizational working to ensure commercial viability and customer satisfaction,
  
  
• Act as a technical expert for organizational projects, providing strategic advice and insight to senior leaders in the organization to support successful delivery and commercial decision making in line with organizational strategies,
  
  
• Influence a range of senior stakeholders, building and managing critical relationships to ensure all parties are informed about and aligned to deliver project objectives,
  
  
• Promote the culture and brand of Arcadis externally
  
  
• Lead a diverse functional team, setting objectives, managing performance, and ensuring staff have the necessary skills to deliver project and organizational objectives,
  
  
• Large staff of direct reports,
  
  
• Manage, motivate, and provide direction to senior specialists and managers to develop a driven and well-informed team
  
  

Skills and Abilities:

• The P/CM should have a thorough understanding of Caltrans civil and structural criteria and review process, NEPA/CEQA practices, FTA construction practices, AREMA Standards, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), local Regional Rail Authorities and state Public Utilities Commission regulations governing railroads, and work effectively with numerous state and federal regulatory agencies and 3rd parties.
  
  
• Results-focused
  
  
• Seasoned claims avoidance and dispute resolution
  
  
• Managed mega programs/projects ($1B ) involving design-build
  
  

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Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or another related field
  
  
• Fifteen (15) years of experience in Project Management, Construction Management or Construction Contracting of Complex Heavy Civil Engineering projects; including rail projects
  
  

Why Choose Arcadis?

Arcadis is the leading global design and consulting firm for natural and built assets, and we invite you to join us in partnering with our clients to deliver truly exceptional and sustainable outcomes. Contribute to the world's most high-profile and transformative projects, from shopping centers in Shanghai and improved traffic flow in Atlanta to state-of-the-art rail systems in Doha, coastal defenses for Manhattan and cleaner air in Los Angeles. Work alongside the industry's foremost thought leaders and accomplished professionals, generating effective, real-world results. We are Arcadis: 27,000 people in more than 70 countries, creating value by applying our collective wisdom to every challenge. Our culture is collaborative, we believe in diversity and the power of global teamwork, and we own the responsibility to sustain the Earth and its people in a safe and balanced way. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.

Transportation, quite literally, makes the world go around. But rapidly increasing urbanization, shrinking budgets and sensitivity to the natural environment demand an innovative approach to advance the future of mobility in all its forms and functions. Join us in developing advanced infrastructure while helping our clients get the most from their existing assets - through innovation and transformational thinking. Together, we will solve some of the world's most complex transportation and land development challenges. Help meet the demands of tomorrow - today.

EEO statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.