Senior Program Director ECC life insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, long term disability, 401(k) United States, Jersey, Edison 1090 King Georges Post Road (Show on map) Oct 23, 2026 Description ECC is seeking candidates for a Senior Program Director position. The Senior Program Director will lead and expand ECC's portfolio of federal construction and infrastructure programs in the United States and assigned international regions. This executive role is responsible for defining and executing program strategies, ensuring compliance with federal contracting requirements, and delivering complex, multi-project construction programs aligned with ECC's long-term business objectives. The Senior Program Director provides enterprise-level leadership across program delivery, client engagement, risk management, and financial performance, while driving operational excellence in both domestic and global markets.

In this position you will:

Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for large-scale federal construction programs and portfolios, ensuring alignment with ECC objectives and client mission requirements

Direct the successful execution of programs across all phases, including planning, design, construction, and closeout, with accountability for technical, cost, schedule, and compliance performance

Oversee multiple concurrent projects across U.S. and international regions, ensuring delivery meets federal acquisition regulations (FAR), agency standards, and contract requirements

Lead, mentor, and develop senior program managers and project leadership teams to achieve operational and strategic goals

Serve as the primary executive interface with federal clients, international stakeholders, and partner organizations, maintaining strong relationships and ensuring client satisfaction

Drive financial performance by managing program budgets, forecasting revenue, and optimizing direct and indirect costs to sustain profitability and growth targets

Establish and enforce governance frameworks, internal controls, and risk management practices to minimize legal, financial, and operational exposure

Ensure compliance with all applicable U.S. federal, host-nation, and international construction standards, environmental regulations, and safety requirements

Lead business development support activities, including capture strategy, proposal reviews, and expansion into new federal and global markets

Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement across all program activities

In addition to the accountabilities above, other responsibilities, tasks, and deliverables may be assigned to the incumbent of this position. Requirements Demonstrated success leading large, complex federal construction or infrastructure programs, including multi-site and international projects

Proven ability to develop and implement strategic program initiatives that address complex operational and client challenges

Executive-level communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence senior government officials and stakeholders

Strong leadership experience managing senior-level staff and cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment

Experience interfacing with executive leadership to secure resources, align priorities, and drive performance outcomes

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and enterprise project management systems

Minimum 15 years of related experience, including at least 5 years in senior program or project leadership roles within federal construction or government contracting

Travel required: Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%, including international assignments of varying duration

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline; equivalent experience may be considered Preferred Qualifications Extensive experience managing programs for U.S. federal agencies (e.g., DoD, USACE, DOE, State Department, or similar)

Strong working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), DFARS, and international contracting environments

Experience delivering projects in overseas or contingency environments, including coordination with host-nation requirements

Background in environmental remediation, infrastructure modernization, or complex construction in regulated environments

Relevant certifications such as PMP, CCM, or PE preferred

Advanced graduate degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field (e.g., MBA, M.S.) ECC targeted base salary range is $225,000 to $250,000 annually.

Actual salary offered may be affected by education, training, certifications, experience, skills, level of responsibility, and location. Benefits Offered - full-time positions Medical/Dental/Prescription/Vision Insurance

Life Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance

Paid Time off and Holiday Pay

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401k with deferral matching, Student Debt Reduction Program

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Educational Assistance, Mentorship Program, ECC University

Employee Referral Bonus Program

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