Program Director

Universities of Wisconsin

UW-Managed Program Director overseeing design and construction projects within the UW system. Leading project delivery, resource allocation, and compliance with institutional standards.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeMadison • Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $118,000 - $133,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Directs, administers, and manages the UW-Managed program.
Provides oversight and direction including awarding projects to external vendors.
Planning and scheduling of projects, project delivery design, and construction support.
Oversee full project delivery life cycle.
Select and optimize delivery methods based on multiple factors.
Approve project baselines and manage escalations, changes, and claims.
Champion safety, quality assurance/quality control, and commissioning standards.
Oversee procurement strategies in alignment with institutional policies.
Manage project and program budgets, contingencies, allowances, and forecasting.
Identify, quantify, and mitigate risks.
Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing internal team.
Ensure compliance with building codes, permitting, life safety, and other standards.
Develop and implement operating policies and procedures.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
Five (5) years of project management experience
Demonstrated leadership managing multiple complex projects in institutional environments e.g., higher education, public sector, or complex larger organizations)
Experience operating in occupied and mission‑critical facilities with rigorous safety and compliance requirements
Experience with strategic planning and portfolio governance
Demonstrated experience with Risk Management & Negotiation (claims avoidance and resolution)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Excellent benefits package

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Hard Skills & Tools

Project Delivery Life CycleBudget ManagementProcurement StrategiesQuality AssuranceConstruction ManagementClaims ResolutionSafety StandardsChange ManagementNegotiationScheduling

Soft Skills

Team DevelopmentCoachingCommunicationProblem SolvingCollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor's Degree in Construction ManagementBachelor's Degree in ArchitectureBachelor's Degree in Engineering