Program Manager

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. Since our founding in 1998, we have earned a reputation for delivering outstanding, accurate services in extremely time-sensitive, multilayered environments. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

A Program Manager at HBK Organization is a position that leads, supports, and directs teams consisting of senior/project managers, engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems. This executive-level role involves leading teams to identify all project risks and develop mitigation strategies while working on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering and construction-related issues. The position requires comprehensive oversight of multiple programs with responsibility for building and maintaining client relationships while managing, developing, mentoring, and evaluating resources and direct reports within the organization.

• Lead, support, and direct teams consisting of senior/project managers, engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems
• Lead teams to identify all project risks and develop comprehensive mitigation strategies across multiple programs
• Work on challenging assignments including investigating, troubleshooting, and solving engineering and construction-related issues
• Prepare, review, and approve proposals, contracts, and cost estimates with executive authority
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget while managing financials and metrics related to projects
• Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants and clients
• Manage, supervise, and schedule execution of programs with comprehensive oversight across multiple initiatives
• Monitor productivity, quality, financial health, and progress of programs with executive-level accountability
• Lead safety initiatives as needed by the organization and ensure program safety compliance
• Report all project and program updates to clients and make recommendations based on professional education and experience
• Build and maintain client relationships at the executive level for long-term strategic partnerships
• Manage, develop, mentor, and evaluate resources and direct reports within the organization
• Oversee project managers and their teams with comprehensive leadership responsibility
• Travel as required for program needs and client engagement
• Coordinate with area agencies, municipalities, and governing jurisdictions for program approvals
• Utilize advanced proficiency in time and expense software for comprehensive program tracking
• Lead engineering design teams through all phases of project designs with executive oversight.

• Typically requires bachelor's degree from an accredited program (substitution of experience and confirmation of meeting qualifications may be extended to non-degreed individuals on case-by-case basis)
• CAPM or PMP licensure recommended
• 15+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively in team and hybrid environments
• Ability to work under time-sensitive deadlines
• Proficiency in time and expense software for program management
• Experience leading and mentoring less experienced staff
• Utility design and/or coordination experience
• Experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of project designs
• Familiarity with area agencies, municipalities, and governing jurisdictions
• Experience overseeing project managers and their teams
• Contract negotiation and management expertise at executive level
• Program management and financial oversight capabilities
• Risk management and mitigation strategy development
• Safety leadership and compliance management
• Client relationship building and maintenance at executive level
• Ability to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds at a time.

• Executive-level program management role leading comprehensive teams including senior/project managers, engineers, designers, and field personnel
• Leadership responsibility for multiple program execution with executive-level productivity and quality oversight
• Strategic client relationship building and maintenance responsibilities at the highest organizational level
• Authority in preparing, reviewing, and approving proposals, contracts, and cost estimates with executive decision-making power
• Professional development in contract negotiation and client relationship management at executive levels
• Leadership opportunities in managing, developing, mentoring, and evaluating organizational resources and direct reports
• Advanced responsibility for program financial management and metrics oversight across multiple initiatives
• Safety leadership responsibilities with organizational impact and executive authority
• Client interface responsibilities at executive level for program updates and strategic recommendations
• Advanced training in time and expense software for comprehensive program management
• Executive oversight of project managers and their teams with comprehensive leadership responsibility
• Clear executive career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's senior leadership
• Professional certification support for CAPM/PMP credentials
• Executive-level career advancement opportunities within HBK Organization senior leadership
• Pay range: $100,000.00 to $145,000.00 annually, commensurate with experience.
  The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The expected compensation range for this position is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of a base salary and the potential to participate in our discretionary annual incentive bonus program.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package Available to Full-Time Employees:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
  • Company Paid Life and AD&D
  • Optional Ancillary benefits including but not limited to: Legal, Pet, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Voluntary Life
  • Short Term and Long Term Disability
  • 401(k)/Roth retirement plans with company match
  • Paid Sick, Holiday and Vacation time

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.