The Program Director will lead business development and growth initiatives within Woolpert's Industrial/Advanced Manufacturing practice. This role is responsible for driving sales, expanding market presence, and cultivating client relationships while collaborating across multiple service lines to align with firm-wide strategic goals. The position reports to the Private/Public Market Director and offers remote work flexibility.
What You'll Do
- Strengthen and expand existing client relationships to identify and pursue additional project opportunities aligned with the service line, practice area, and firm-wide strategy.
- Develop new client relationships that align with targeted client profiles, project types, and overall business objectives.
- Position and promote Woolpert as an industry leader within assigned markets, practices, and services to both new and existing clients.
- Provide early-stage project feasibility assessments and contribute strategic input to project design and planning.
- Mentor and support Project Managers in negotiating project scope, schedules, fees, and contract terms.
- Partner with Project Managers to proactively identify, address, and resolve project issues that may impact client objectives or satisfaction.
- Clearly define, communicate, and manage client needs and expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Maintain continuous and proactive communication with stakeholders (clients, client leadership, and internal teams) to anticipate, address, and resolve project-related challenges.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline
- 15+ years of relevant professional experience within the Industrial/Advanced Manufacturing sector
- Current professional licensure/registration in the applicable discipline
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Word, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, Outlook, and PowerPoint
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD and Bluebeam
- Ability and willingness to travel as needed to support the objectives and demands of the practice area
- Demonstrated ability to make sound, data-driven decisions and recommendations through the effective evaluation and synthesis of information
- Exhibits an enterprising, innovative, and proactive leadership and management approach
- Proven leadership capabilities with the ability to influence, guide, and inspire teams and stakeholders
- Ability to research, define, and manage multiple project scopes, schedules, and budgets concurrently
- Skilled in establishing and maintaining strong working relationships with clients, vendors, leadership, and internal teams
- Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent facilitation and meeting leadership skills, with the ability to drive productive outcomes
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, compelling presentations
- Solid understanding of project management principles, with the ability to facilitate technical discussions as needed
- Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities in a dynamic environment
- Engaging professional demeanor supported by strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Office 365
- Word
- Excel
- Teams
- SharePoint
- Outlook
- PowerPoint
- AutoCAD
- Bluebeam
Team & Environment
- Reports to: Private/Public Market Director
Benefits & Compensation
- Certified as a Great Place to Work
- Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate)
- Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm
- Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team
- Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases
- Paid sick time
- Retirement plan
- Fitness reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Identity protection
- Technology stipend
- Employee assistance program
- More!
Compensation includes a salary range of $139,200 - $174,000 USD, opportunity for equity through the Principal program, and a technology stipend.
Work Mode
Remote work opportunity for the right individual; the Freedom to Work program allows setting your own schedule and location as appropriate.
Woolpert is an equal-opportunity employer. Woolpert is committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. Applicants who require an accommodation throughout the application and interview process should request this in advance by contacting [email protected].
