DLB Associates · 1 month ago
Program Manager of Projects
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
8+ years expDLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative solutions. The Program Manager of Projects is responsible for execution quality, financial performance, and Project Manager development across multiple concurrent commissioning projects, ensuring consistent and predictable outcomes at the site level.
Non ProfitAssociation
No H1B
Responsibilities
Oversee execution performance across all active commissioning projects and sites, ensuring scope is delivered consistently, on time, and to DLB quality standards
Directly manage, mentor, and develop Project Managers; elevate capability in planning discipline, risk identification, client communication, and financial management
Conduct weekly project execution reviews with each PM, covering schedule status, manpower forecast, risks, action items, and deliverables
Serve as the first escalation point for project-level execution issues; resolve at the PgM level before escalating to the AD
Validate PM project plans, schedules, and sequencing; identify and correct execution drift early
Maintain accountability for PM performance standards and prepare PMs for increasing project complexity over time
Own weekly and monthly financial monitoring across the project portfolio
Conduct monthly detailed financial reviews with each PM covering labor, expenses, invoicing status, and projected billing
Report to the AD on any projects not meeting profitability targets, including root cause assessment and defined corrective action plans
Identify early indicators of budget risk, burn rate anomalies, or emerging change-order drivers and escalate with recommended mitigation
Ensure PMs maintain accurate, current financial records and that backlog, SOV, and VantagePoint data are updated as part of the monthly invoicing cycle
Consolidate project manpower forecasts into a program-level demand signal
Coordinate monthly with PgM-People to compare the demand signal against the workforce supply signal; identify resourcing gaps or capacity surpluses
Present combined demand/supply analysis to the AD to support hiring, business development, and resource reallocation decisions
Provide the AD with a high-level weekly portfolio summary covering budget, schedule, manpower, and client relationship health across active projects
Maintain active working relationships with client program representatives across assigned projects; support alignment, issue resolution, and client satisfaction
Mentor and assist Project Managers in managing key client interactions, escalations, and high-stakes communications
Conduct regular site visits to assess project health firsthand, reinforce client relationships, and provide PM coaching in the field
Identify and surface follow-on work opportunities during client and site engagement
Support the RFP and proposal development process by providing execution scope review, manpower planning input, and project risk assessment
Communicate resource and operational impacts associated with anticipated awards to the AD in advance of contract execution
Contribute to routine reporting by preparing the execution and financial performance sections for AD review and compilation
Qualification
Required
Knowledge financial acumen - comfortable with project P&L, labor forecasting, and variance analysis
Skilled in Smartsheet, VantagePoint, and MS Office Suite
Strong risk identification, escalation discipline, and mitigation planning capability
Ability to operate effectively in a high growth, distributed, remote environment
Ability to leverage AI-enabled and digital tools to improve workforce visibility and reporting
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and controls system principles
Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams), along with exceptional organizational skills for file management
Skilled in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail
Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline workflows, optimize operational processes, and contribute to company-wide innovation
Ability to work successfully in a remote environment through effective communication and organizational skills, self-motivation, proactiveness and resourcefulness in a distraction free workspace
Ability to follow company and site safety requirements
Ability to analyze and prepare documents, reports and correspondence
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form (technical and non-technical information)
Ability to communicate effectively directly with clients and serve as primary point of client contact
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision
Ability to work under pressure and meet close deadlines
Ability to effectively plan and delegate the work of others
Ability to achieve certification for NFPA70E and / or OSHA training as / if required
Organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Must have a valid driver's license and ability to rent vehicles
Up to 50% travel, which may include travel to any or all 50 US states
Must be located near a major airport
Effective May 7, 2025, and in accordance with U.S. federal regulations for domestic air travel, a valid REAL ID (or an acceptable alternative, such as a passport) is required for travel associated with this position
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field - or equivalent experience
8+ years of commissioning or mission-critical construction experience
5+ years in a people leadership or resource management role
Demonstrated ability to manage, develop, and retain technical field teams at scale
Benefits
Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option)
Flex spending accounts (FSA)
Dental and vision plans
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26
401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option
PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year
Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents
Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage
Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance
Paid parental leave after one year of employment
Company
DLB Associates
DLB Associates is an engineering consulting company - rendering and design for residential and commercial sectors.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2025-12-16Acquired
Recent News
2026-06-19
2025-12-30
2025-12-26
Company data provided by crunchbase