Program Manager (DC/MD/VA)

When military bases, national security agencies, federal buildings, healthcare facilities, and leading commercial clients in Washington D.C and across the nation need superior facility support services, we answer the call. We offer a unique combination of government experience and facilities expertise that has helped us earn a position as one of the country’s leading integrated service providers.

EMCOR Government Services is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Program Manager to lead the Facilities Maintenance and Operations Support Services Contract. This position is designated as Key Personnel and serves as the senior on-site EMCOR representative with overall responsibility for contract performance, customer satisfaction, operational excellence, financial management, safety, quality, subcontractor oversight, and workforce development.

 

Reports To: Executive Director of Operations

Supervision Exercised

The Program Manager provides direct leadership and/or oversight of:

• Deputy Program Manager(s)
• Operations Manager(s)
• Chief Engineers
• Warehouse Manager
• Custodial
• Supervisors, Foremen, and Trades Personnel
• Subcontractors and Consultants
• Administrative and Professional Support Staff

The Program Manager is responsible for developing leadership succession plans and mentoring management personnel to support contract continuity and growth.

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Contract Leadership and Management 

• Serve as the senior EMCOR representative and primary point of contact. 
• Direct all contract operations across multiple facilities. 
• Ensure successful execution of all Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements. 
• Establish operational priorities and allocate resources to achieve contractual performance objectives. 
• Lead strategic planning initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. 
• Maintain accountability for customer satisfaction, operational effectiveness, and contract compliance. 
• Provide executive-level briefings to EMCOR and government leadership. 
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, goals, and performance metrics. 
• Promote EMCOR's "Mission First, People Always" culture throughout the organization. 

Operations and Maintenance Oversight 

• Oversee all facilities maintenance, engineering, custodial, and warehouse operations. 

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of critical facility systems including:  

• Central utility plants 

• High-pressure steam systems 

• Chillers and HVAC systems 

• Electrical distribution systems 

• Fire protection and life safety systems 

• Building automation systems 

• Plumbing systems 

• Structural and architectural systems 

• Monitor preventive maintenance performance and work order execution. 

• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, local, and customer-specific regulations and standards. 

• Evaluate operational risks and implement mitigation strategies. 

Financial and Business Management 

• Maintain full Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility for the contract. 
• Lead budget development, forecasting, and reforecast activities. 
• Review labor utilization, productivity trends, and financial performance indicators. 
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies. 
• Ensure accurate financial reporting and cost tracking. 
• Oversee project planning, estimating, scheduling, execution, and closeout. 

 

Workforce Leadership and Development 

• Develop, mentor, and retain a high-performing management and technical workforce. 
• Ensure employees possess required licenses, certifications, and training. 
• Manage labor relations and collective bargaining agreement compliance. 
• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, safety, and customer service. 
• Lead succession planning and workforce readiness initiatives. 
• Conduct performance planning and professional development discussions with management personnel.  

Safety and Quality Management 

• Ensure strict adherence to safety policies and regulatory requirements. 
• Promote a proactive safety culture throughout all operations. 
• Oversee implementation of quality assurance and quality control programs. 
• Review safety trends, quality findings, and corrective action plans. 
• Ensure compliance with contract performance metrics and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP). 

Customer Relations 

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders. 
• Lead recurring customer meetings, performance reviews, and strategic planning sessions. 
• Address customer concerns and implement corrective actions when required. 
• Ensure timely and effective communication with customer leadership.

Required Experience 

• Minimum seven (7) years of progressive management experience leading multiple departments or large technical organizations in a complex facilities environment. 
• Minimum five (5) years of facilities operations and maintenance management experience. 
• Proven experience managing large federal, institutional, healthcare, higher education, or critical infrastructure contracts. 
• Proficiency with Maximo is highly desired. 
• Must have excellent communication and listening skills and the ability to communicate with various levels within the organization. 
• Must demonstrate and extremely high level of attention to detail and the ability to take initiative and adapt quickly to changing requirements. 
• Must possess the ability to work under the pressure of multiple deadlines, managing and coordinating multiple projects, sometimes during off-hours. 
• Formal presentation/briefing skills are required. 
• Must possess and consistently demonstrate a Mission First, People Always mindset. 

Education and Certifications 

Required: 

• Bachelor's degree in: 
  • Engineering 
  • Construction Management 
  • Facilities Management 
  • Project Management 
  • Business Administration 
  • Related field

Desired: 

• Master’s degree 
  • Engineering 
  • Construction Management 
  • Facilities Management 
  • Project Management 
  • Business Administration 
  • Related field 

Preferred Certifications: 

• • Project Management Professional (PMP) 

• • Certified Facility Manager (CFM) 

• • Facilities Management Professional (FMP) 

• • Professional Engineer (PE) 

• • Certified Construction Manager (CCM) 

Technical Skills 

• • RSMeans or equivalent estimating software 

• • Maximo CMMS 

• • Microsoft Project 

• • Smartsheet 

• • AutoCAD 

• • Microsoft Office Suite 

Leadership Skills 

• • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills 

• • Executive-level presentation and briefing experience 

• • Strong negotiation and relationship management capabilities 

• • Strategic planning and organizational development experience 

• • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic 24/7 operational environment  

As a leading provider of mechanical and electrical construction, facilities services, and energy infrastructure, we offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package and we are always looking for individuals with the talent and skills required to contribute to our continued growth and success. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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Annual Salary $120-140K