Lead Construction Program Manager, Standards, Quality & Training

ATC

Lead Construction Program Manager responsible for driving standards and quality in project management at ATC. Focused on enhancing project delivery across utility infrastructure.

Posted 7/23/2026full-timePewaukee • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $171,600 - $200,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and governing project management standards and processes, with a strong focus on continuous improvement and capability building. Proven ability to lead complex infrastructure programs and mentor project management professionals effectively.

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Project Management Standards DevelopmentGovernance FrameworksContinuous Improvement InitiativesMentoring And CoachingInfrastructure Program Management

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementGovernance FrameworksQuality AssuranceOnboarding Program DevelopmentProcess ImprovementComplex Program LeadershipOrganizational Change ManagementCompetency DevelopmentLessons Learned FacilitationPeer Review Processes

Soft Skills

Influencing Without AuthorityStakeholder EngagementCollaborationTrainingCoaching

Industry Keywords

UtilityConstruction ManagementEngineeringInfrastructureProgram ManagementCapital ConstructionTransmissionSubstationOrganizational ImprovementCapability Building

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the development, maintenance, and governance of project management standards, processes, and procedures.
Drive quality assurance efforts and improve the consistency of project deliverables across the organization.
Develop and enhance onboarding programs, learning pathways, and competency development initiatives for project management professionals.
Partner with leaders and stakeholders to identify opportunities for organizational improvement and capability building.
Facilitate lessons learned, peer reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen project execution.
Influence project management practices across multiple functions without direct authority.
Help shape the future of project management excellence at ATC through training, coaching, governance, and knowledge management.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or a related field.
10+ years of progressively responsible experience in utility, construction, engineering, infrastructure, program management, or related environments.
Demonstrated experience leading complex transmission, substation, capital construction, or infrastructure programs.
Experience developing standards, governance frameworks, procedures, or organizational processes.
Experience mentoring, coaching, or developing project professionals.
Experience driving continuous improvement and organizational change initiatives.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual incentive bonus
Employer-sponsored pension plan
401(k) match
HSA contribution
Life & disability insurance
Health care benefits
Generous time off plans
Flexible work arrangements