Assistant Program Manager (Finance)

Job Description

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The Assistant Program Manager will assist with program and contract management services, working closely under the guidance of an experienced Program Manager. This position will focus on the evaluation, development, coordination, and management of multi-year programs designed to maintain the County's roadways and related infrastructure. Key responsibilities include overseeing program management staff, managing project-level tasks, coordinating repairs, and ensuring quality control for materials and construction related to pavements, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and guardrails. Additionally, the candidate will manage customer outreach efforts and advanced notifications regarding programmed work. This is a hybrid position supporting the Anne Arundel County, and reporting to the Hunt Valley, MD office.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of multi-year programs for roadway and infrastructure maintenance in Anne Arundel County.
• Oversee program management staff and guide day-to-day project-related activities.
• Evaluate, scope, prioritize, and schedule repairs for County roads, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and guardrails.
• Ensure quality control of materials and construction methods for all related infrastructure projects.
• Manage customer outreach efforts and communicate advanced notifications regarding programmed work.
• Work with contractors and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective project completion.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance, ranging from full roadway reconstruction to isolated localized fixes.

Required Skills:

• Fluent in English with excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills, including handling inquiries from private citizens, community leaders, and elected officials.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) for correspondence, data analysis, and file management.
• In-depth knowledge of transportation construction, including pavement maintenance, sidewalk and curb work, and guardrail construction.
• Familiarity with ADA construction policies and procedures in the highway industry.
• Knowledge of construction materials (e.g., concrete, asphalt, aggregates).
• Ability to exercise independent thought and judgment in decision-making processes.
• Availability for occasional evening, weekend, or holiday shifts for emergency situations.

Qualifications/Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in program or construction contract management and inspection within Public Works and/or the Highway industry.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience managing subordinate staff.
• Current, valid State Driver's License with an acceptable driving record.
• Experience with administering construction contracts is highly preferred.
• Certification such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM), PE License, or a degree/certificate in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field is highly preferred.

Move Forward with Kleinfelder

Kleinfelder has been connecting great people to the best work since 1961. We are engineers, scientists, and construction professionals providing solutions that improve our clients' transportation, water, energy, and other private infrastructure. As a responsive, cross-disciplinary team of bright, curious, and innovative problem-solvers, we are dedicated to doing the right thing, every day, on every project from over 100 offices in the US, Canada, and Australia. Connecting great people to the best work is our purpose - together, we deliver.

Progress with an Employer that Values You

We are proud to offer the following:

Benefits: Kleinfelder offers an excellent compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plan, and paid holidays. Expected salary range based on experience: $72,238 - $120,557

Career Development: We are committed to investing in the professional development of our staff, offering each employee every opportunity to grow, develop, and take control of their career paths. We support these efforts through reimbursements for continuing education as well as many of the expenses associated with trainings and certifications, and opportunities for career development through our internal Mentoring Program.

Equal Opportunity: Kleinfelder is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Disabled/Veterans. (Compliant with the new VEVRAA and Section 503 rules)

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES

Please note that Kleinfelder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Kleinfelder will not consider or agree to payment for any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Kleinfelder explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resume, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Kleinfelder.