Senior Program Manager

About the role

GFT is seeking a Senior Program Manager to join our Power Delivery Practice in Valley Forge, PA. At GFT, we believe in a symbiotic work environment where you will collaborate with a talented team of architects and engineers to realize integrated designs.

Responsibilities

• Program Growth & Business Development
  • Identify and pursue new client opportunities within the program.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with executives, program directors, and key stakeholders.
  • Develop proposals, statements of qualifications, and RFP responses to expand consulting engagements.
  • Track industry trends, regulatory changes, and funding opportunities to anticipate client needs.
  • Create strategic plans for program expansion (new service lines, geographies, or technologies).
  • Represent the firm at conferences, trade associations, and industry events.
• Program Management & Delivery
  • Oversee execution of active projects and ensure deliverables meet client expectations.
  • Develop program budgets, forecasts, and resource plans to ensure profitability.
  • Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as backlog growth, utilization rates, and client satisfaction.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver projects.
  • Implement program controls, reporting systems, and governance structures.
• Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Serve as primary point of contact for clients, resolving issues and ensuring alignment.
  • Facilitate workshops, stakeholder meetings, and strategic planning sessions with clients.
  • Deliver executive-level presentations and program status updates.
  • Provide thought leadership on client challenges.
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Mentor and develop staff within the program team to support growth objectives.
  • Recruit and onboard new talent to expand program capabilities.
  • Promote a culture of collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
  • Align team skills and resources with anticipated client needs.
• Financial & Strategic Oversight
  • Manage P&L for the program, ensuring revenue targets and margin goals are met.
  • Forecast pipeline growth and develop investment strategies for long-term expansion.
  • Create annual program growth plans and regularly report progress to leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline (required).
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or Masters of Business Administration (MBA) (preferred).
• 15+ years' experience conceptualizing and delivering projects.
• Familiarity with program project types and requirements.
• Familiarity with software such as BlueBeam Revu, AutoCAD, and Microsoft Office.
• Advanced level knowledge of industry standards and codes.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff and clients on multiple projects.
• Organized individual with a positive team-building spirit and a collaborative attitude.

Pay

The salary range for this role is $170,000–$250,000 (USD), dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support for active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Schedule

Full-time, core business hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

Location: Valley Forge, PA.